Atty. John Howard Kopp
John Howard Kopp is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial law, zoning, planning and land use and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Northern Michigan University in 1972, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Clifton, NJ · 40+ Years Experience
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About John Howard Kopp at a Glance
John Howard Kopp is a Member based in Clifton, New Jersey, practicing at John H. Kopp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and zoning. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1986). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1986) and Northern Michigan University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Passaic County Bar Association. Serves clients in Clifton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Howard Kopp
- John Howard Kopp is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial law, zoning, planning and land use and 6 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Northern Michigan University in 1972, and has been licensed for 40 years
- John practices at John H. Kopp in Clifton, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
John Howard Kopp's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Howard Kopp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Clifton.
Probate in Clifton
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Business & Corporate Law in Clifton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Howard Kopp is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →
Real Estate Law in Clifton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John Howard Kopp is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Clifton
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John Howard Kopp is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey →
Land Use & Zoning in Clifton
John Howard Kopp is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Clifton
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 Clifton 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.
Clifton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Clifton-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 Clifton Choose John Howard Kopp
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 John Howard Kopp's practice in the field of probate, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Howard Kopp brings 40+ 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 probate, business, and real estate, John Howard Kopp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Clifton
A Clifton-based practice means John Howard Kopp attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Howard Kopp Handles in Clifton
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