Atty. Robert R. Hempstead

Atty. Robert R. Hempstead

Robert R. Hempstead is Chair of the Sills Cummis & Gross Real Estate Finance Practice Group.

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About Robert R. Hempstead at a glance

Robert R. Hempstead is a real estate attorney based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sills Cummis & Gross PC. Admitted to practice in New Jersey, New Jersey and New York, New York. Educated at St. John's University (J.D.) and Ithaca College (B.S.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial (2026). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert R. Hempstead is Chair of the Sills Cummis & Gross Real Estate Finance Practice Group
  • Mr. Hempstead focuses on the area of commercial real estate finance, including loan workouts and distressed loan purchases, with a strong background in the origination of commercial mortgage loans which are to be securitized in the capital markets
  • His practice covers a broad spectrum of deal structures and features, such as multi-asset portfolios, multiple classes of debt, mezzanine and other subordinate debt features, including second mortgages and preferred equity, participation and co-lending arrangements among multiple lenders, credit tenant lease transactions, tenancy-in-common ownership, both syndicated and sponsor-owned and operated, 1031 exchanges and loans secured by leasehold estates, as well as a variety of collateral property types, both fee and leasehold, across the United States, including retail, office, hotel, multifamily and industrial

Practice Areas Explained

Robert R. Hempstead's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert R. Hempstead handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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 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 Newark 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

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Where is Robert R. Hempstead's law office located?
Robert R. Hempstead's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Sills Cummis & Gross PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert R. Hempstead handle?
Robert R. Hempstead focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Robert R. Hempstead go to law school?
Robert R. Hempstead earned their education at (J.D.); (B.S.).
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What awards or recognition has Robert R. Hempstead received?
Robert R. Hempstead's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial; Best Lawyers in America — Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Real Property Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
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B.S.
Ithaca College
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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Property Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Secured Transactions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Certiorari
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workouts and Restructurings
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New Jersey, New Jersey
New York, New York

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