Atty. Richard E Kummer
Richard E Kummer is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Denville, NJ · 51+ Years Experience
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About Richard E Kummer at a Glance
Richard E Kummer is a Member based in Denville, New Jersey, practicing at Law Office of Richard E. Kummer. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, trade secrets, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), New Jersey (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1986). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1974) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Denville, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E Kummer
- Richard E Kummer is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Richard practices at Law Office of Richard E. Kummer in Denville, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E Kummer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E Kummer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denville.
Trusts in Denville
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Estate Planning & Probate in Denville
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 in Denville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard E Kummer is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →
Trade Secrets in Denville
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Estate & Trust Litigation in Denville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denville
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 Denville 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.
Denville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denville-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 Denville Choose Richard E Kummer
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 Richard E Kummer's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, trade secrets, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E Kummer brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, and New Jersey, Richard E Kummer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Richard E Kummer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denville
A Denville-based practice means Richard E Kummer 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 Richard E Kummer Handles in Denville
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