Atty. Eric Tunis
Eric Tunis is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense, criminal and internal investigations, civil practice and 5 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Civil Practice & More Attorney · Serving Westfield, NJ · 45+ Years Experience
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About Eric Tunis at a Glance
Eric Tunis is a Shareholder based in Westfield, New Jersey, practicing at Law Office of Eric Tunis LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, employment, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1981) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2004). Educated at Rutgers University Law School (J.D., 1981) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Member, New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember, Federal Bar Association of New JerseyMember, The Historical Society of the United States District Court, District of New Jersey. Serves clients in Westfield, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Tunis
- Eric Tunis is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense, criminal and internal investigations, civil practice and 5 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Eric practices at Law Office of Eric Tunis LLC in Westfield, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Tunis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Tunis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Westfield.
Business Formation in Westfield
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Criminal Defense in Westfield
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Employment Law in Westfield
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Business & Corporate Law in Westfield
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White Collar Crimes in Westfield
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Westfield
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 Westfield 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 venue, 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.
Westfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Westfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Westfield Choose Eric Tunis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Tunis's practice in the field of formation, criminal defense, employment, business, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Tunis brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, Eric Tunis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, criminal defense, and employment, Eric Tunis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Westfield
A Westfield-based practice means Eric Tunis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric Tunis Handles in Westfield
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