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Atty. Stuart M. Lederman

Atty. Stuart M. Lederman

Stuart M. Lederman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Real Estate.

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Profile Summary

About Stuart M. Lederman at a glance

Stuart M. Lederman is a business, real estate, zoning, construction, and estate litigation attorney based in Madison, New Jersey, practicing at Riker Danzig LLP. Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Newark) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026). Serands clients in Madison, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Stuart M. Lederman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Real Estate
  • Stuart M., who practices law in Madison, New Jersey, has been recognized since 2007
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stuart M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Stuart M. Lederman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart M. Lederman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stuart M. Lederman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stuart M. Lederman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →

Land Use & Zoning

Stuart M. Lederman is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →

Construction Law

Stuart M. Lederman is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New Jersey →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Stuart M. Lederman is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Madison 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 Stuart M. Lederman

Where is Stuart M. Lederman's law office located?
Stuart M. Lederman's law practice is located in Madison, New Jersey. The firm is Riker Danzig LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stuart M. Lederman handle?
Stuart M. Lederman focuses on business, real estate, zoning, construction, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Stuart M. Lederman go to law school?
Stuart M. Lederman earned their education at (J.D., 1985).
How can I contact Stuart M. Lederman for a consultation?
You can contact Stuart M. Lederman 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 Stuart M. Lederman received?
Stuart M. Lederman's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Newark); Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1985

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Newark)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Newark)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Newark)
- 2015

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