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Matthew R Schutz
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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 41 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
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Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Landlord & Tenant advice session
This was my first time using Avvo Advisor so wasn't sure what to expect. Cut to the chase: I had a really good experience! Attorney Matthew R. Schutz was great, He listened to me and answered my questions thoroughly and in plain English. He was easy to understand, good communicator, very knowledgeabl...
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Landlord & Tenant advice session
He was very helpful
Posted by Claudia | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Extremely compassionate and interested in helping the client
I spoke to Mr Schutz on the phone before meeting with him. We had several conversations and he reviewed documents that I forwarded to him via email. We had a consultation on the phone and I chose to have him represent me. I met with him and found him to be a very kind person which was a stark oppo...
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2015
Landlord tennant inquiry
I received some good information, spoke to him for ten minutes...I said I had a statute I had a question about, he told me to e-mail him a copy which I did, and he would review it and get back to me. I did so, with a follow up e-mail, but I have not heard anything for a week. No one is answering hi...
Matthew Schutz
Replied last August 27, 2015I read the review. I apologize for my failure. If you wish to email or call me to discuss the issue, I will make it right.
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2014
Extremely helpful, thorough in approach and dedicated in his work
I have dealt with 3 lawyers who just wasted my money. Mr,Schutz is very knowledgeable in NJ and NY laws, thorough in his approach, and to the point. He is very dedicated in what he is doing and standing by his client's interest. He would be my only attorney from now on. I highly recommend Mr.Schutz.
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."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schutz is extremely knowledgable and an asset to the legal community."
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"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."
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"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."
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"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