Atty. Herbert B Bennett
Herbert B Bennett is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, environmental, toxic torts and 2 other areas of law. Herbert received a B.A. degree from Ursinus College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Hackensack, NJ · 52+ Years Experience
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About Herbert B Bennett at a Glance
Herbert B Bennett is a Member based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Sokol Behot, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1974). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1973) and Ursinus College (B.A., 1970). Active member of New Jersey State (Member, Environmental Law Section) and American (Member, Section of Natural Resource, Energy and Environmental Law) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Herbert B Bennett
- Herbert B Bennett is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, environmental, toxic torts and 2 other areas of law
- Herbert received a B.A. degree from Ursinus College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Herbert practices at Sokol Behot, LLP in Hackensack, NJ and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Herbert B Bennett's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Herbert B Bennett handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hackensack.
Personal Injury in Hackensack
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Herbert B Bennett is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →
Real Estate Law in Hackensack
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Herbert B Bennett is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →
Land Use & Zoning in Hackensack
Herbert B Bennett is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil Litigation in Hackensack
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Herbert B Bennett is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →
Environmental Law in Hackensack
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Herbert B Bennett is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hackensack
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 Hackensack 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.
Hackensack Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hackensack-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 Hackensack Choose Herbert B Bennett
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 Herbert B Bennett's practice in the field of personal injury, real estate, zoning, litigation, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Herbert B Bennett brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, real estate, and zoning, Herbert B Bennett can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hackensack
A Hackensack-based practice means Herbert B Bennett 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 Herbert B Bennett Handles in Hackensack
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Herbert B Bennett has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Herbert B Bennett directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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