Atty. Stephen B Kotzas

Atty. Stephen B Kotzas

Stephen B Kotzas is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, environmental law, condominium and 12 other areas of law. Stephen has been licensed for 50 years.

Toms River Toms River 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Stephen B Kotzas at a glance

Stephen B Kotzas is a Vice President, Secretary based in Toms River, New Jersey, practicing at Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, business, real estate, zoning, and poa. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1976), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981), and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ocean County Bar and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Toms River, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen B Kotzas is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, environmental law, condominium and 12 other areas of law
  • Stephen has been licensed for 50 years
  • Stephen practices at Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C. in Toms River, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen B Kotzas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen B Kotzas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Power of Attorney

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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 Toms 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 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 Stephen B Kotzas

Where is Stephen B Kotzas's law office located?
Stephen B Kotzas's law practice is located in Toms River, New Jersey. The firm is Berry, Sahradnik, Kotzas & Benson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen B Kotzas handle?
Stephen B Kotzas focuses on wills, business, real estate, zoning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Stephen B Kotzas practiced law?
Stephen B Kotzas has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Stephen B Kotzas go to law school?
Stephen B Kotzas earned their education at (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact Stephen B Kotzas for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen B Kotzas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen B Kotzas received?
Stephen B Kotzas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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