Atty. Robert S. Goldsmith

Atty. Robert S. Goldsmith

Mr. Goldsmith's practice focuses on redevelopment, downtown and urban revitalization, transit oriented development, project financing and incentives, sustainable building initiatives and public-private partnerships.

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Profile Summary

About Robert S. Goldsmith at a glance

Robert S. Goldsmith is a real estate and zoning attorney based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP. Admitted to practice in New Jersey, NJ - 1977 and New York, NY - 1989. Educated at Rutgers University–Newark (J.D., 1977) and New York University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Goldsmith's practice focuses on redevelopment, downtown and urban revitalization, transit oriented development, project financing and incentives, sustainable building initiatives and public-private partnerships
  • His experience encompasses counseling clients on the specialized issues in redevelopment related to parking demand, design and construction
  • Mr. Goldsmith also has broad experience in complex commercial litigation, construction litigation and appellate work

Practice Areas Explained

Robert S. Goldsmith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert S. Goldsmith 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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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Roseland 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 Robert S. Goldsmith

Where is Robert S. Goldsmith's law office located?
Robert S. Goldsmith's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert S. Goldsmith handle?
Robert S. Goldsmith focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Robert S. Goldsmith go to law school?
Robert S. Goldsmith earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Robert S. Goldsmith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert S. Goldsmith received?
Robert S. Goldsmith's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University–Newark
- 1977
B.A.
New York University
- 1973

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Condemnation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Development
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Municipal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Residential
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Certiorari
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Zoning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for inclusion in ROI-NJ's listing of ROI Influencers: Real Estate 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for inclusion in ROI-NJ's listing of
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ROI Influencers Real Estate 2019: Power Players
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent (a trademark of Internet Brands, Inc.) (2001 – present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of the Associate of the Year Award from the New Jersey Builders Association (2019)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Jersey Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (a publication of Chambers and Partners) in the Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use practice area (2006 – present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of a New Jersey Future Smart Growth Award (2009)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Woodbridge)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

New Jersey, NJ - 1977
New York, NY - 1989

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