Atty. Paul D Wigg-Maxwell

Atty. Paul D Wigg-Maxwell

Paul D Wigg-Maxwell is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, corporate and 7 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chatham Chatham 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul D Wigg-Maxwell at a glance

Paul D Wigg-Maxwell is a Member based in Chatham, New Jersey, practicing at Wigg-Maxwell, Attorney. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and New Jersey (1992). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D. New, 1986) and Macalester College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State, New Jersey State (Member: Section Chair Int'l Law Organizations Sections, 1999—), American and International Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chatham, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul D Wigg-Maxwell is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, corporate and 7 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Paul practices at Wigg-Maxwell, Attorney in Chatham, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Paul D Wigg-Maxwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul D Wigg-Maxwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Paul D Wigg-Maxwell 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.

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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 Chatham 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 Paul D Wigg-Maxwell

Where is Paul D Wigg-Maxwell's law office located?
Paul D Wigg-Maxwell's law practice is located in Chatham, New Jersey. The firm is Wigg-Maxwell, Attorney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul D Wigg-Maxwell handle?
Paul D Wigg-Maxwell focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Paul D Wigg-Maxwell practiced law?
Paul D Wigg-Maxwell has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Paul D Wigg-Maxwell go to law school?
Paul D Wigg-Maxwell earned their education at (J.D. New, 1986); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Paul D Wigg-Maxwell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul D Wigg-Maxwell received?
Paul D Wigg-Maxwell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Columbia University School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Macalester College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1992

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