Atty. Jay J. Freireich

Atty. Jay J. Freireich

Jay J. Freireich has earned a peer review of AV Preeminent, the highest rating for professional excellence by Martindale-Hubbell.

Watchung Watchung 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Jay J. Freireich at a glance

Jay J. Freireich is a Member based in Watchung, New Jersey, practicing at Aiello Harris Abate Law Group, PC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, tax litigation, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and New Jersey (1987). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D. University, 1985) and York University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Watchung, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jay J. Freireich has earned a peer review of AV Preeminent, the highest rating for professional excellence by Martindale-Hubbell
  • An AV Preeminent rating signifies that a large number of Jay Freireich’s peers have ranked him at the highest level of professional excellence for his legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards
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  • ALM Top Legal Leader for New York and New Jersey, 2015 – Jay Freireich has been named Top Legal Leader for New York and New Jersey, 2015
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  • No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. 10.0 rating by AVVO – Jay J Freireich has received a 10.0 Rating from AVVO
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  • Past Employment Positions • Brach Eichler L.L.C., Member 2010-2017 • Poe & Freireich, P.A., Shareholder and Associate, 1987-2010 Pro Bono Activities • Livingston Sunrise Rotary Club, Livingston, New Jersey, Member and Incoming President, July 2018 • Temple Emanu-El of West Essex Men’s Club, Livingston, New Jersey, eight years including two years as President
  • and 4 years as Vice President • Temple Beth-El, Hillsborough, NJ, President of Brotherhood, 10 years including two years as President
  • and 4 years as Vice President Professional Associations and Memberships • Essex County Bar Association, Member • Morris County Bar Association, Member

Practice Areas Explained

Jay J. Freireich's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay J. Freireich handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jay J. Freireich is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jay J. Freireich is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Jay J. Freireich is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Jersey →

Tax Litigation

Jay J. Freireich is one of 3,110 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Jay J. Freireich is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Watchung 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay J. Freireich

Where is Jay J. Freireich's law office located?
Jay J. Freireich's law practice is located in Watchung, New Jersey. The firm is Aiello Harris Abate Law Group, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay J. Freireich handle?
Jay J. Freireich focuses on estate planning, business, tax, tax litigation, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Jay J. Freireich practiced law?
Jay J. Freireich has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Jay J. Freireich go to law school?
Jay J. Freireich earned their education at (J.D. University, 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Jay J. Freireich for a consultation?
You can contact Jay J. Freireich directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay J. Freireich received?
Jay J. Freireich's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
Nova Southeastern University
- 1985
B.A.
York University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1986
New Jersey
Admitted: 1987

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