Atty. Peter J. Torcicollo
Mr. Torcicollo has a broad-based commercial litigation practice with substantial trial experience in a variety of forums, including federal courts, the state courts of New York and New Jersey, and both AAA and private party arbitration.
'Bet The Company' Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ
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About Peter J. Torcicollo at a Glance
Peter J. Torcicollo is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at FBT Gibbons LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, State of New York and New Jersey, State of New Jersey. Educated at Rutgers University–Newark (J.D., 1994) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Newark) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter J. Torcicollo
- Mr. Torcicollo has a broad-based commercial litigation practice with substantial trial experience in a variety of forums, including federal courts, the state courts of New York and New Jersey, and both AAA and private party arbitration
- He has extensive experience handling construction-related disputes, including contract claims and claims relating to change orders, construction defects, scheduling and delay, construction liens, public bidding, and design
- His practice also includes commercial contract disputes, minority shareholder and partnership disputes, restrictive covenant litigation, defense of RICO and class action claims, and labor-related claims in the construction sector
- Mr. Torcicollo is Managing Director of the firm and served as the Chair of the firm’s Professional Development Committee and as the firm’s Director of Recruiting, Associate Retention and Lateral Hiring for more than fifteen years
- He is a Trustee of the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey, serves on the New Jersey Judicial and Prosecutorial Appointments Committee (JPAC), and is a former Trustee of the Trial Attorneys of New Jersey
- Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Torcicollo worked in the construction industry
Practice Areas Explained
Peter J. Torcicollo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Torcicollo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.
Business & Corporate Law in Newark
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in Newark
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Civil Litigation in Newark
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark
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 Newark 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.
Newark Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Newark-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 Newark Choose Peter J. Torcicollo
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 Peter J. Torcicollo's practice in the field of business, construction, and litigation.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, State of New York and New Jersey, State of New Jersey, Peter J. Torcicollo can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and litigation, Peter J. Torcicollo can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Newark
A Newark-based practice means Peter J. Torcicollo 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 Peter J. Torcicollo Handles in Newark
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