also known as Anthony E. Koester, Esq., Tony Koester
Over twenty-five (25+) years experience in business, commercial, corporate, real estate, employment and construction matters -- both transactional and litigation (state and federal courts). Focus on long-term corporate representation, problem solving and closing transactions expeditiously.
OVER 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE in business, commercial, corporate, real estate, employment & construction matters -- both transactional and litigation (state & federal courts). Focused on long-term corporate representation, problem solving and closing transactions quickly and cost-effectively.
CIVIL LITIGATION: Litigated numerous cases, including complex business litigation, complex commercial disputes and litigation matters, corporate litigation, real estate litigation, construction, unfair competition suits, contract disputes, professional liability, employment litigation, fiduciary duty claims, business torts, receivership, dissolution, shareholder disputes, trade claims, trade secrets, employer covenants not-to-compete, unfair practices, consumer fraud, breach of contract, insurance coverage issues, complex litigation matters, negligence, environmental regulatory matters, estate matters, tax appeals, will contests, undue influence/lack of capacity, land use & zoning and other general civil litigation matters. Experience in trial, jury and bench, appeals, appellate courts, tax court, federal and state court, local hearings, administrative agencies, arbitration, mediation and other alternative dispute resolution forums.
BUSINESS/CORPORATE/COMMERCIAL/REAL ESTATE: Transactional work includes business, commercial, corporate matters, bank financing & loans, employment, construction, commercial land use, commercial real estate and leasing, trusts & estates, real estate purchases/sales, asset & stock sales, leases, site plan approval, zoning, limited liability company and corporate formation, operating and partnership agreements, tenant-in-common agreements, estate transactions, environmental, and complex business and financing transactions.
We serve as trusted private general counsel to numerous businesses, families and business people, with relationships stretching back over many years.
Listening to our clients and understanding their businesses is our first priority.
Success for our clients is founded on collaboration and close teamwork.
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37 years | 100 cases
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Acquired: 1990
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
167 Main Street, Flemington, NJ, 08822
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Posted by Marc | October 27, 2014
The Palace at Somerset Park works with Tony on numerous projects requiring counsel. The legal field is intimidating and concerning. Tony's demeanor and calm presence is incredibly reassuring when working with him. Without pause I have zero hesitation to both acknowledge his expertise in the ...
Posted by Daniel | September 28, 2014
Mr. Koester is always accurate in his work and recommendations. He is easy to rely on for three reasons: prompt, knowledgeable, and accessible. Meetings are comfortable in an office that is well planned & organized. Technology is utilized resulting in timely responses and unlimited dialogue...
"Tony is a highly skilled attorney whom I have known and worked with for years. He is result oriented, knowledgeable, and effective. He works well with other counsel and is highly respected by the judiciary. Michael J Rogers Somerville, NJ"
"Tony Koester is a hardworking, diligent and meticulous lawyer. He is also very personable and caring. They say that a lawyer can have no higher praise than the praise of his fellow lawyers. As a fellow lawyer, I have no hesitation endorsing Tony Koester. I'm sure you would be very happy in choosing him as your attorney."
Personal injury lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2014
Peeminent AV Peer Review Rating 4.9/5.0 & Client Rating 5.0/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell
1989
Dean Robt. A. Barker Award, Albany Law School
1989
Order of the Barristers, Board of Trustees
1988
Director-Moot Court Board, Albany Law School
1999 - Present
Partner, Dilts & Koester
1999 - 2000
Adjunct Professor, Raritan Valley Community College Paralegal Program
1995 - 1999
Deputy Township Attorney, Bridgewater Township
1995 - 1999
Managing Attorney, The Lanigan Law Firm
1993 - 1995
Associate, Bond Schoeneck & King
1989 - 1993
Associate, Riker, Danzig, Scherer, Hyland & Peretti
2014 - Present
Hunterdon County Bar Association, Seminars CommitteeAttorney Chair
2013 - Present
United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District, Houston Division, Texas, Pro Hac ViceAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
Hunterdon County Medication Access Partnership (IMAAC)General Counsel
1996 - Present
Hunterdon County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
1995 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Third CircuitAdmitted to Practice
1995 - Present
United States Court of Appeals the Second CircuitAdmitted to Practice
1995 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
1989 - Present
United States District Court for the District of New JerseyAdmitted to Practice
2009 - 2012
Zion Lutheran Church, Constitution & By-Laws CommitteeChair
2009 - 2012
New Jersey Supreme Court Vicinage 13 Ethics CommitteeAttorney Member
2006 - 2013
Troop Leadership Committee, Boy Scout Troup 199Co-chair
2002 - 2003
Hunterdon Health System - Quality Review CommitteeChairperson
1999 - 2001
Hunterdon County Bar Association, Civil Practice CommitteeAttorney Member
1999 - 2003
Hunterdon Medical Center Board of TrusteesBoard Member
1999 - 2001
Hunterdon County Bar Association, Vicinage Best Practice Implementation CommitteeAttorney Member
Successful in Defense of Trial Court Decision on Appeal
Successful on Appeal
Successful on Appeal
Won the Appeal
Successfully Overturned Chief Trial Judge's Decision
Successful in Defense of Trial Court Decision on Appeal
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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RIght To Know Law and EPCRA
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