Atty. Robert J Pless
Robert J Pless is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning, trusts and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Hackensack, NJ · 40+ Years Experience
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About Robert J Pless at a Glance
Robert J Pless is a Member based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Pless and Habeeb, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1986), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1986), New York (1987), and U.S. Tax Court (1987). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Seton, 1989) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County, New Jersey State (Member, Tax Division) and American (Member, Tax Committee) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J Pless
- Robert J Pless is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning, trusts and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Robert practices at Pless and Habeeb, LLP in Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Robert J Pless's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J Pless handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hackensack.
Trusts in Hackensack
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Probate in Hackensack
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Estate Planning & Probate in Hackensack
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 Hackensack
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Hackensack
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hackensack
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 Hackensack 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.
Hackensack Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hackensack-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 Hackensack Choose Robert J Pless
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 Pless's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert J Pless brings 40+ 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 Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, and New York, Robert J Pless can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Robert J Pless can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hackensack
A Hackensack-based practice means Robert J Pless 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 Pless Handles in Hackensack
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