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Thomas Major is a dynamic attorney dedicated to representing clients across a range of practice areas. He maintains practices in real estate law and landlord representation -- counseling clients in the multi-family and investment property industry. His advocacy is backed by extensive experience in all phases of litigation including the appellate level. With his skills as a first chair trial attorney, Mr. Major’s advocacy is marked by clarity and efficiency. His clients rely on his pragmatic and return-driven advice to protect and enhance their success.
Mr. Major is also an invited speaker and faculty on real estate and landlord-tenant subjects. These courses include:
On a personal note:
I enjoy my work because I thrive on helping businesses operate, creators create, and individuals live. With every client and case, I encounter new people from all walks of life. It's true that dispute resolution can be tough. But, the promises of removing uncertainty and bringing stability are well worth it.
The only problems I can't resolve come from my dog, Benny. His litigation strategy is to tantrum until he gets what he wants. I'm sad to say that, to date, he's prevailed in every case. I'm currently working on getting more couch space. Negotiations continue....
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Acquired: 2012
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
99 Wood Ave., South, Suite 302, Iselin, NJ, 08830
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Posted by Jared | July 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I am a landlord in NJ, However, this is not my main income. I own a luxury condo and I rent it out. I hired Tom to represent me in a tenant/landlord case. Tom was very professional right from the beginning of our relationship. One of Tom’s best qualities I noticed was his ability to thi...
Posted by Inna | July 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
If you in need of a lawyer in dispute with tenant or landlord, Thomas is your dream attorney. He is a great lawyer and also has great personality. I Highly recommend him as I will retain him again if a need arises
Posted by Samit | December 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Thomas and his team represented me in Landlord-Tenant dispute. The entire team is very knowledgeable and responsive. Most of the time Landlord think that they may know enough but there are minor peculiarity that we're likely to miss. Thomas has such in-depth experience and he could think 2 steps ahea...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I had a dispute with one of my commercial tenants and Tom represented me . He did a great job discussing and explaining the legal arguments in my case and was able to successfully negotiate the results we were looking for. He was responsive, knowledgeable, confident and easy to work with. I would ...
Posted by Bhajanpreet | August 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I had a landlord-tenant dispute and called Mr Thomas for consultation. Considering his experience in handling these issues, I went with him. He was able to handle the case very efficiently. Final results were same as what he promised during his consultation. He was also able to minimize the expenses ...
"Mr. Major is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."
"Based on his responses on Avvo and having read (and referred to) his guide on NJ rent control, I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure to work with Tom on several matters. Tom is an exceptional and diligent lawyer. He is very devoted to his clients and he fights tirelessly for them. I highly recommend him. Top Notch."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a dedicated lawyer and an excellent advocate for this clients. I highly recommend him."
"Tom is a bright fast-thinking young lawyer who has tremendous ability to quickly get to the heart of the matter and position his client accordingly. I recommend Tom for general commercial litigation and of course for Landlord/Tenant work."
"Mr. Major has been generous with his time in answering questions on Avvo. I have reviewed a number of Mr. Major's answers to landlord and tenant questions. He is an experienced and able attorney. I endorse Mr. Major."
"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas is a knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated attorney that I highly recommend."
"Mr. Major is a knowledgeable and competent attorney. You would be well served by retaining his services. I endorse this lawyer."
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2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Landlord Tenant Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2015
Landlord Tenant Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Litigation Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2011
Land Use Law Award, American Bar Association
2019 - Present
Principal, Offit Kurman
2011 - 2019
Attorney-Owner, The Major Law Firm
2019 - Present
American Battlefield TrustMember
2015 - 2018
Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial CompetitionMock Trial Judge
Prevailed on Appeal in Published Opinion
Represented Commercial Tenant: Landlord's Appeal Dismissed.
Represented Landlord- Tenant's civil suit dismissed.
Represented Tenant- Landlord's case dismissed.
Represented Landlord- Judgement for Possession, Execution of Warrant of Removal (Eviction)
Represented Tenant- Judgement against Landlord
Judgment for Possession (and corresponding lockout), Dismissal or Settlement.
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2021
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2018
Mock Trial Judge
2018
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English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Can I get a hardship extension on a commercial lease and how long is the current backlog in Bergen County NJ courts?
05 Nov 2021
Would an attorney ever take a landlord/tenant dispute case ever on Contingency ???
08 Mar 2016
When A Defendant Doesn't Answer A Complaint On Time, Does The Plaintiff Have Sufficent Grounds For A Default Judgement?
07 Mar 2014
The Basics of a NJ Nonpayment of Rent Case
16 Feb 2014
The Clock is Ticking: Rent Control Statutes of Limitations & Repose
04 Mar 2013
The Basics of Jersey City (NJ) Rent Control
22 Jan 2013