Atty. Donna Jennings
Donna M. Jennings is a shareholder in the Land Use and Environmental groups and a member of the Management Committee at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.
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Donna Jennings is a zoning attorney based in Woodbridge, New Jersey, practicing at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer PA. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1995). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1995) and Rutgers (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (2026). Serands clients in Woodbridge, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Donna M. Jennings is a shareholder in the Land Use and Environmental groups and a member of the Management Committee at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A
- Ms. Jennings has successfully handled litigation related to the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) on behalf of individuals and institutions who were discriminated against by unfair zoning codes and landmarking laws
- With regard to her affordable housing practice, both public and private entities benefit from Ms. Jennings’ advice on compliance and regulations issues in connection with complex projects, ranging from site acquisition, through construction and permanent financing
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Why local counsel matters in New Jersey
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Woodbridge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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