Atty. Philip A Fenster

Atty. Philip A Fenster

Philip A Fenster is a lawyer practicing negligence law, real estate law, landlord and tenant law and 4 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Paterson Paterson 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip A Fenster at a glance

Philip A Fenster is a personal injury, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Paterson, New Jersey. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1974). Educated at Rutgers University J.D. (—) and University of Rochester B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Paterson, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Philip A Fenster is a lawyer practicing negligence law, real estate law, landlord and tenant law and 4 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Philip practices in Paterson, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Philip A Fenster's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip A Fenster handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Philip A Fenster is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Philip A Fenster is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Philip A Fenster is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Philip A Fenster is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 Paterson 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 Philip A Fenster

Where is Philip A Fenster's law office located?
Philip A Fenster's law practice is located in Paterson, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip A Fenster handle?
Philip A Fenster focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, bankruptcy, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Philip A Fenster practiced law?
Philip A Fenster has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Philip A Fenster go to law school?
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How can I contact Philip A Fenster for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip A Fenster received?
Philip A Fenster's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Rutgers University J.D.
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University of Rochester B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1974

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