Atty. Mark J. Hontz
Mr. Hontz is a graduate of Princeton University (A.B.), Vanderbilt University (M.A.
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Mark J. Hontz is a Partner based in Newton, New Jersey, practicing at HOLLANDER, STRELZIK, PASCULLI, VANDENBERG, HONTZ & ASSOCIATES LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1992), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1992), and United States Supreme Court (2001). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D. Dean, 1992) and Princeton University (A.B., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 2003-2004, Sussex County Bar Association and National Association of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Newton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Hontz is a graduate of Princeton University (A.B.), Vanderbilt University (M.A
- History), and Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D.)
- Mr. Hontz assists his clients with trusts and estates, estate planning, guardianships, and elder law issues
- Mr. Hontz was named the Professional Lawyer of the Year and received the Law Day Award from the Sussex County Bar Association
- Mr. Hontz is a member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys
- Mr. Hontz is active in local religious, civic, and charitable activities
- Community Legal Services of Northwest Jersey (Vice-President, Board of Trustees) New Jersey Council for the Humanities (Trustee) Sussex Bank / SB One (22 years as Bank Director, Vice-Chairman of Board) Sussex Bancorp / SB One (22 years as Bancorp Director, Vice-Chairman of Board) Greater Newton Chamber of Commerce (Past President) Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, Inc. (Founding Trustee) Sussex County Fire Academy (Best Overall Firefighter 1995) Newton Rotary Club (Paul Harris Fellow) Yellow Frame Presbyterian Church (Ruling Elder) United Methodist Church (Certified Lay Servant) First United Methodist Church of Newton (Former Lay Leader, Sunday School Superintendent) Guest Preacher and Worship Leader (17+ churches) Parades and Ceremonies for Newton and Sussex County (Master of Ceremonies for over 30 years) Hontz Family Band Professional Memberships, Awards, and Published Cases Law Clerk, Hon. William A. Dreier, J.A.D., New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division (1992-93) Sussex County Bar Association Professional Attorney of the Year Law Day Award Past President Law Day Chair National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (“NAELA” Member) Newton High School Hall of Fame (Inductee) In the Matter of the Estate of Pakdee Peck, 429 N.J.Super. 409 (Ch
- Div. 2012) Knowlton Riverside Estates, Inc. v
- Knowlton Township, 347 N.J.Super. 362 (App
- Div. 2002)\\\
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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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 Newton 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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