The Hon. John S. Wisniewski, Esq.

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The Hon. John S. Wisniewski, Esq.: Attorney with Wisniewski & Associates, LLC
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Biography

Mr. Wisniewski brings considerable expertise to his areas of concentration: complex litigation, property tax appeals, land-use development, government affairs and public/private investigations.

Relying on his extensive background in property tax appeals, he represents municipalities and the owners of large commercial and industrial properties. His experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in these matters offers a unique and valuable perspective.

In his land-use practice, Mr. Wisniewski appears before planning and zoning boards and other local and county agencies on behalf of property owners in all phases of approvals, including site plans, subdivisions, variances and redevelopment designations.

Mr. Wisniewski led the New Jersey legislature’s investigation into the lane closures on the George Washington Bridge. His independent investigations work is now tailored to corporations, governmental entities, audit committees and boards of directors. He also is experienced in dealing with law enforcement agencies. In addition, Mr. Wisniewski advises clients on how to handle government inquiries.

He also has extensive experience in handling complex litigation. He started out handling complex medical malpractice matters and now handles business disputes, zoning/planning matters, foreclosures and commercial matter and landlord-tenant issues. If the case cannot be resolved by other means, litigation is vigorously pursued in the most cost-effective manner.

Mr. Wisniewski began his career practicing municipal bond law with Kraft & Hughes. He then developed his skills as a trial attorney and built up his practice representing handling medical malpractice matters, representing governmental entities in tort claims and other matters, representing land-use clients and business owners in disputes and personal injury plaintiffs and defendants.

Mr. Wisniewski served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 1996 until 2018 where he was Deputy Speaker, Chair of the Assembly’s Transportation & Independent Authorities Committee and Co-Chair of the New Jersey Legislature’s Joint Select Committee on Investigation. From 2010 to 2013, he served as Chairman of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee and was a member of the Democratic National Committee.

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Areas of Practice (19)

  • General Practice
  • Commercial Law
  • Contracts
  • Real Estate Development
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use
  • Real Estate
  • Litigation
  • Wills
  • Living Wills
  • Local Government Law
  • Tax Exempt Finance
  • Municipal Utility Law
  • Sewer Utilities
  • Property Tax
  • Property Tax Abatement
  • Property Tax Appeals
  • Property Tax Assessments
  • Utility Law
  • Torts

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Rutgers University, B.A., English & Economics, 1984
Law School Attended:
Seton Hall University School of Law, J.D., 1987
Year of First Admission:
1987
Admission:
2014, North Dakota; 1987, New Jersey; 2010, United States Supreme Court; 2015, District of Columbia; 1987, Pennsylvania; 1991, United States District Court for the Western District of New York; 1987, United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Memberships:
New Jersey Bar Association; Middlesex County Bar Association.
Birth Information:
Perth Amboy, New Jersey, June 28, 1962
Reported Cases:
IRVIN v. TOWNSHIP OF NEPTUNE, 305 N.J.SUPER. 652 (APP. DIV. 1997): GANTES v. KASON CORPORATION, 145 N.J. 478 (1996); GANTES v. KASON CORPORATION, 276 N.J.SUPER 586 (APP. DIV. 1994); KATS v. TOWNSHIP OF WAYNE, 2009 WL 222782 (APP.DIV. 2009)
ISLN:
902675672

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Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (12 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® Distinguished Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/31/12 in Business Enterprises

    I have known John for approximately 20 years both professionally and socially. He truly is an intelligent and ethical person who brings the best human kind has to offer to his profession.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/22/13 in General Practice

    I have worked with Mr. Wisniewski on a number of matters and have always found him to be well informed, reasonable and very practical.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/29/13 in Municipal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/22/13 in Zoning, Planning and Land Use

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/17/12 in General Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 08/29/12 in Litigation

    This attorney is a well known and respected attorney in the community and is involved in representing many governmental agencies.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/27/12 in Transportation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/15/12 in Municipal Contracts

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Member on 08/28/13 in Litigation

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 08/28/13 in Litigation

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732-651-0060  Fax

www.wisniewskilaw.com/attorneys/john-s-wisniewski

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