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Matthew R Schutz
About Matthew
Biography
Matthew R. Schutz, Esq. has 25 years experience
in the legal profession. As a 1984 Graduate of the
Benjamin N. Cardozo Law School of Yeshiva
University, he was admitted to the New Jersey Bar
in the same year.
In addition to 25 years in private practice,
Matthew Schutz has over 15 years experience
serving as a sitting Administrative Law Judge for
New York City’s Parking Violations Bureau.
Mr. Schutz provides full and aggressive
representation for any matter brought forward,
including Moving Violations, Ordinance Violations,
Disorderly Person offenses, Expungements,
Conditional Discharges, Landlord/Tenant, Real
Estate, Municipal matters, Collections, Civil and
Criminal matters.
The office uses technology to quickly and efficiently
handle your problems. This coupled with
Matthew R. Schutz, Esq.'s experience
combines to give you the best possible resolution
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
20%
41 years | 50 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
41 years | 100 cases
Commercial Real Estate
15%
41 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 40 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 41 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Matthew R Schutz
40 Coppermine Village, Flemington, NJ, 08822
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Matthew R Schutz's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 33 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Daher | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Case Dismissed ✅
Schutz communicated professionally. I’ve had negative experiences in the past with lawyers, yet with Schutz there was really no oversight on my end. Whatever he said he was going to do, he did which I really appreciated. Schutz is like Allstate, “you’re in good hands.”
Posted by Julie | February 3, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Insightful, sharp, invaluable
These are words I'd use to describe Matthew Schultz. But after all they are just words on a screen you are reading. Matthew recently helped me in a suit I was going through. His guidance went beyond any expectation I could have ever have of an attorney. He went above and beyond to ensure every on...
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Worst Lawyer Ever !!
Stay away from this lawyer, would have given him zero stars if there was such a thing here. He does not listen to what his client has to say, he just has a habit of lecturing and over speaking them. He cannot even remember one issue from another when I and my relative spoke to him many times, and con...
Posted by Jay | July 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Matt is the Best
He spent 4 years working for me non-stop on 1 case and was VERY SUCCESSFUL. I highly recommend him. He is the BEST LAWYER.
Posted by Pauline | April 9, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Ms
Well. I spoke with him on the phone. He gave me an appointment,I went to another city n met with him,I had my hopes thinking wow finally help. He said after the holidays he get back with me to let me know if he was going to take the case. The holidays came and gone with that being said he never did...
Matthew Schutz
Replied last April 9, 2018First I apologize if I managed to drop the ball. I am usually good at returning calls and speaking with clients. If possible I would like to try to resolve this matter. Please feel free to call me on Wednesday at my office. I will be in court the balance of the week
Matthew R Schutz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse Mr. Schutz. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schutz is extremely knowledgable and an asset to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I have reviewed Mr. Schultz's answers to questions from landlords and tenants. He is an experienced and able attorney."
"I endorse Mr. Schutz as his responses to Landlord/Tenant questions as well as other contributions to this site indicate a thorough knowledge of the topic."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Mr. Schutz. As evidenced by the number of questions he has answered on Avvo, he has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through his many work experiences that he is a stellar attorney."
"I endorse Attorney Schutz. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Schutz is a knowledge and competent landlord tenant attorney. You would do well to retain his services. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Schutz answers all his questions on Avvo using the knowledge and intuition, only, a seasoned attorney has. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schutz is well known in the legal community and he is someone I trust to send clients to when a referral is needed."
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"I endorse this lawyer. His advice was concise and to the point. He is correct in his analysis of the diminution in value and breach analysis."
Elizabeth August
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have sent several cases to Mr. Schutz and he did a tremendous job and the clients were extremely pleased. I definitely endorse this lawyer."
Alese Rubinroit
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Judge Schutz for 3 years and have found him to be intelligent, insightful and diligent. I highly recommend him to serve your needs."
"I have referred numerous cases to Matt. The clients I have referred to him have been very happy with the results. Plus his fees are very reasonable. I strongly endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Administrative Law Judge, City of New York
Associations
2007 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association Municipal Court SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Wiggins
Was able to get the speeding violation dismissed and the remaining violations fled down to a zero point offense
State v. Aie****
My client pleaded to the disregard of a traffic control and a downgraded Municipal ordinance. The Judge at the hearing reccommended from the bench that I be put on retainer
Education
1984
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD
1980
Rutgers University, New Brunswick/Piscataway
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Radio Program
Landlord tenant law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
LandLord removed us on pretext of moving in the house and now they are again renting the house at 12% premium?
18 Nov 2024
Q&A
Is the additional deposit the landlord asking for legal?
13 Oct 2023
Q&A
New jersey Tenant claim ownership after 15 or 20 year ,in owner coupled 2 family house ?
11 Jul 2022
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Municipal Court Defense Part 2
16 Mar 2011
Legal Guide
New Jersey Debt Collection Basics
27 Jan 2011
Legal Guide
New Jersey Landlord/Tenant Move In Issues
24 Jan 2011