Atty. Robert J. MacPherson
Robert J. MacPherson is a Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers and former Chair of the ABA Forum on the Construction Industry.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Saddle River, NJ
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About Robert J. MacPherson at a Glance
Robert J. MacPherson is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in Saddle River, New Jersey, practicing at Cokinos Young PC. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association and New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar Association. Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1980) and Monmouth University (—, 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serves clients in Saddle River, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J. MacPherson
- Robert J. MacPherson is a Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers and former Chair of the ABA Forum on the Construction Industry
- He has extensive experience in construction matters, focusing his practice on drafting and negotiating all manner of contracts relating to construction projects and the resolution, through negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation in State and Federal Courts of construction disputes
- Mr. MacPherson also acts as a mediator and arbitrator and has been involved in developing and conducting mediation education and training programs presented by the New Jersey Bar Association, the NJ Institute for Continuing Legal Education and the Justice Marie L. Garibaldi American Inn of Court for Alternative Dispute Resolution
- He taught ADR at Rutgers Law School from 1996 until 2004
- Representative Cases Mr. MacPherson has represented public and private owners, building and heavy construction contractors, major equipment manufacturers, subcontractors and design professionals
- Projects include transportation, health care, schools, commercial, housing, retail and marine construction
- Mr. MacPherson has been lead counsel in disputes involving contract termination (both prosecuting on behalf of owners and defending on behalf of contractors), liens, surety bonds, extra work claims, defective work claims, scheduling and delays
- As a mediator, Mr. MacPherson has extensive experience in multi-party disputes, including those involving public projects and multi-family residential projects
Practice Areas Explained
Robert J. MacPherson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. MacPherson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Saddle River.
Business & Corporate Law in Saddle River
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in Saddle River
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Civil Litigation in Saddle River
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Saddle River
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 Saddle River 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.
Saddle River Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Saddle River-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 Saddle River Choose Robert J. MacPherson
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 Robert J. MacPherson's practice in the field of business, construction, and litigation.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, New York State Bar Association and New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar Association, Robert J. MacPherson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and litigation, Robert J. MacPherson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Saddle River
A Saddle River-based practice means Robert J. MacPherson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert J. MacPherson Handles in Saddle River
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