Elizabeth M. Durkin

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Elizabeth M. Durkin: Attorney with The Durkin Firm, LLC
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
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Biography

Elizabeth M. Durkin boasts extensive expertise in commercial real estate, offering comprehensive representation to both buyers and sellers engaged in property acquisitions, financing, and land-use approvals across New Jersey. Her practice also encompasses skillful management of 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges. Furthermore, Ms. Durkin serves as legal counsel to institutional lenders, handling a diverse array of transactions. In addition to her involvement in real estate matters, Ms. Durkin has a distinguished history of representing municipal land-use boards, demonstrating her multifaceted legal capabilities. She is equally proficient in assisting clients with their estate planning needs, including the establishment of inter vivos and testamentary trusts, as well as estate administration. Her legal acumen extends to representing executors, trustees, and beneficiaries in contentious matters. Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Durkin possesses a wealth of knowledge within the equine industry, specializing in various equine-related issues. She actively shares her insights through lectures on equine liability matters.

Notable Seminars and Engagements:

• Rutgers Co-Op Extension, Short Course for Horse Owners and Barn Managers, Equine Liability Issues, April 2004 and April 2005.

• New York County Lawyer's Association Sports Law Forum, March 2009.

• Rutgers Equine Science Center, Winter Short Course for Developing Future Leaders for the Equine Industry, Legal Issues Important to the Equine Industry, January 2012.

• New Jersey State Bar Association Convention, Panelist on Animal Law, May 2012.

• Rutgers Equine Science Center and Northeast SARE, Equine Business Planning for NJ Horse Businesses, February 2013.

• Rutgers Equine Science Center, Developing Future Leaders for the Equine Industry Management and Leadership Methods, January 2014.

Professional Memberships and Associations:

• New Jersey State Bar Association

• American Bar Association • Essex County Bar Association

• New Jersey State Bar Association, Member, Animal Law Committee

• Fund for Newark Abbey, Trustee

• Development Council of the Archdiocese of Newark, Board Member

• Rutgers University for Equine Advancement, Board Member and Vice Chair

Elizabeth M. Durkin's distinguished career in law and her unwavering commitment to her clients and the equine industry make her a highly respected figure in the legal and equestrian communities alike.
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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Land Use
  • Banking, Finance & Secured Transactions
  • Closely Held Businesses
  • Equine Law
  • Estate Planning, Preparation of Wills and Trusts
  • Estate Administration
  • Commercial Real Estate Transactions
  • Residential Real Estate Transactions
  • Real Estate Tax Appeals

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Manhattanville College, B.A., 1984
Law School Attended:
Seton Hall University School of Law, J.D., 1987
Year of First Admission:
1987
Admission:
1987, New Jersey; United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Languages:
Spanish
ISLN:
912450702

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (11 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 10/16/23 in Trusts and Estates

    Liz is a highly experienced and top tier attorney who provides excellent service and discreet advice to her clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/16/23 in Trusts and Estates

    Liz is a highly skilled and credentialed attorney. She has in-depth knowledge of probate law and is an experienced litigator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/16/23 in Trusts and Estates

    Worked with her for over 20 years. She is superior in every respect.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/16/23 in Trusts and Estates

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/16/23 in Real Estate

    Always enjoy working with Liz. Ed Levy

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 09/08/23 in Trusts and Estates

    I have referred clients to Ms. Durkin for litigation matters and found her to be an excellent advocate who is also empathetic.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 09/07/23 in Equine Law

    Ms. Durkin is an excellent attorney and formidable adversary. She is smart, prepared, and always courteous. I admire her intelligence and integrity.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 09/06/23 in Equine Law

    I have had the occasion to have had several matters with Ms. Durkin and in each instance she has displayed exemplary professional knowledge and conducted herself with the highest ethical standards. I believe she is well deserving of an AV rating by... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 09/06/23 in Equine Law

    Great lawyer!

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 09/08/23 in Real Estate

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3.1/5.0 (2 reviews)
Client Champion

I would not recommend Liz Durkin as a lawyer, she is unresponsive and seems to cut many corners. Her knowledge of real estate transactions was questionable at best. There are other lawyers who will...

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602-830-6163  Phone

durkinlawnj.com/elizabeth-m-durkin

www.durkinlawnj.com

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