Atty. Philip D. Forlenza

Atty. Philip D. Forlenza

Philip D. Forlenza is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions, Litigation - Securities, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law and Securities Regulation.

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Profile Summary

About Philip D. Forlenza at a glance

Philip D. Forlenza is a business, m&a, securities, and litigation attorney based in Red Bank, New Jersey, practicing at Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla PC. Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Red Bank, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Philip D. Forlenza is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions, Litigation - Securities, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law and Securities Regulation
  • Philip D., who practices law in Red Bank, New Jersey, has been recognized since 2006
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Philip D. Forlenza's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

Philip D. Forlenza is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in New Jersey →

Securities Law

Philip D. Forlenza is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Philip D. Forlenza is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Red Bank 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 D. Forlenza

Where is Philip D. Forlenza's law office located?
Philip D. Forlenza's law practice is located in Red Bank, New Jersey. The firm is Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip D. Forlenza handle?
Philip D. Forlenza focuses on business, m&a, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Philip D. Forlenza go to law school?
Philip D. Forlenza earned their education at (J.D., 1984).
How can I contact Philip D. Forlenza for a consultation?
You can contact Philip D. Forlenza directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Philip D. Forlenza received?
Philip D. Forlenza's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1984

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Woodbridge)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Woodbridge)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Woodbridge)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Woodbridge)
- 2015

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