Thomas J Major

Thomas J Major

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 14 years

Litigation Lawyer at Iselin, NJ
Practice Areas: Litigation, Landlord & Tenant

99 Wood Ave., South, Suite 302, Iselin, NJ

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Offit Kurman

99 Wood Ave., South, Suite 302, Iselin, NJ, 08830

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Thomas J Major's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 29 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jessica | November 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Smart, sharp and fierce!

Tom represented me on a real estate litigation case which reached a favorable settlement within one year. Tom is smart, sharp and fierce. He’s fierce when discussing the case but light-hearted in communications with me, which is a rare combination. But what really sets him apart is that he was refres...hingly open to discuss risks and rewards of each step during the process and strategized to our favor even if that means billing less. Over the course of working with Tom, he also gave me valuable advice on Tenant issues that I had to deal with as a Landlord. Just one conversation on Landlord/Tenant issues and I knew he’s a true expert. Look no further for the best the legal profession has to offer.

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Excellent for Landlord/tenant issues

I hired Tom for a landlord/tenant issue - - he listened to my concerns and explained all options and the process very clearly. Once aligned on a strategy, he executed it flawlessly with excellent and timely communications and updates on the progress. Would hire Tom again, and recommend him to anyon...e who needs help in this area.

Posted by Rachel | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Great Attorney

Thomas represented me in a landlord/tenant dispute. My landlord was attempting to wrongfully evict me from my apartment because he wanted to remodel the unit to raise the rent to pay for increasing property taxes. Thomas swiftly started to file actions against him, etc. In the end, it was settled out... of court and I got to stay in my apartment. I highly recommend Thomas to represent tenants in LL/T disputes

Posted by Paul | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Outstanding!

There is no better word for Thomas than OUTSTANDING! Intelligent, knowledgeable, funny (not really a lawyer trait, but it eased the process). I had an issue with someone walking away from a 3 year lease after 1 year. Tom was able to track him down, found out everything about him, deftly tussled with ...the other attorney and in the end, we walked away with money and the win. I also had another separate legal situation occur at the same time that Tom was able to take care of with quickly and flawlessly. Two wins for the price of one! Highly recommended! Thanks Tom!

Posted by Michelle | March 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

TOP NOTCH ATTORNEY

If I could give Tom 10 stars I would!!! Best all around. Superstar attorney in my book. Removing delinquent and nuisance tenants in Hudson County is by far one of the most harrowing and difficult experiences a Landlord can have (as tenants seem to have far greater rights than Landlords in this speci...fic county). Tom confidently and efficiently helped me through this process and as a negotiator, WOW, just WOW. Highly recommend him as an attorney and will continue to use him in the future should the need arise.

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Thomas J Major's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hui Zeng

Litigation lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Major is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."

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Peter Weinman

Real estate lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Based on his responses on Avvo and having read (and referred to) his guide on NJ rent control, I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Miceli

Litigation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Tanya Freeman

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Pastacaldi

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a dedicated lawyer and an excellent advocate for this clients. I highly recommend him."

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Michael Schonberger

Litigation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Arthur Panza

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Santos Perez

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"His expertise and dedication in Landlord/Tenant is unmatched."

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Sonya Tien

Litigation lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas is a knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated attorney that I highly recommend."

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Michael Millar

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Marc Miceli

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Pastacaldi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Schonberger

Real estate lawyer

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Sonya Tien

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Steven Smollens

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Landlord or tenant lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Principal, Offit Kurman

2011 - 2019

Attorney-Owner, The Major Law Firm

Associations

2019 - Present

American Battlefield Trust

Member

2015 - 2018

Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition

Mock Trial Judge

Sample of Legal Cases

Rampersaud v. Hollingsworth, A-2897-16T1

Prevailed on Appeal in Published Opinion

845 Bergen Avenue v. Yang t/a Marcel Cleaners, A-1234-13T1

Represented Commercial Tenant: Landlord's Appeal Dismissed.

Adams v. Morales, HUD-DC-5751-15

Represented Landlord- Tenant's civil suit dismissed.

Via Vico LLC v. Sanka, HUD-LT-6286-15

Represented Tenant- Landlord's case dismissed.

Charalaivan v. Olivieri, HUD-LT-16132-14

Represented Landlord- Judgement for Possession, Execution of Warrant of Removal (Eviction)

Boyce v., Mojica et. al., HUD-DC-9599-13

Represented Tenant- Judgement against Landlord

Numerous L/T Trials (Eviction)

Judgment for Possession (and corresponding lockout), Dismissal or Settlement.

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Education

2011

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2021

PLI CLE Marathon 2021 NJ Landlord-Tenant Law

2020

Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition Mock Trial Judge

2020

Continuing Legal Education The Basics of Rent Control in NJ

2019

Lawline.com Continuing Legal Education New Jersey Court Rules After the 2018 Amendments

2019

2018

Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition

Mock Trial Judge

2018

Updater, Inc., Lunch & Learn The What, How and Who of Real Estate

2018

2017

Lawline.com Continuing Legal Education NJ Landlord-Tenant Practice

2016

Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition Mock Trial Judge

2015

Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition Mock Trial Judge

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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