Probate in Cherry Hill, New Jersey

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I. Dominic Simeone, Esquire, primarily handles real estate, mortgage and tax sale foreclosures, complex litigation and estate matters.

Dominic has conducted hundreds of commercial and residential real estate closings. He represents buyers and sellers, as well as client's interest in complex real estate litigation. Mr. Simeone has handled dozens of construction litigation cases as both plaintiff and defense counsel. Many of his real estate matters involve land use, condemnation, and environmental issues. He has served as legal counsel to building contractors, developers, shopping center owners, apartment complex owners, homeowners' associations and other real estate investors and professionals.

Dominic also specializes in the area of mortgage and tax sale foreclosures. He represents lenders, institutional and private investors in residential and commercial foreclosures, tax sale foreclosures, court sponsored mediations and modifications. Mr. Simeone has successfully completed hundreds of foreclosures for his clients throughout the State of New Jersey.

Dominic is also a trial attorney who has tried numerous cases and has reported cases in the Federal District Courts. He has successfully brought cases against several State, County and Local Government entities. He was the major force in the highly publicized condemnation and relocation case involving the Pennsauken Mart. In the Pennsauken Mart matter, Dominic represented dozens of mart merchants being displaced by the Camden County Improvement Authority's redevelopment project and condemnation of the site. As a result of his zealous representation, he successfully obtained relocation reestablishment benefits in excess of those offered and provided by current relocation law. Mr. Simeone has also been interviewed by numerous newspaper publications for his work on behalf of his clients in the Pennsauken Mart case.

In addition, Dominic practices in the area of wills, trusts, and estates and has been a Court Appointed Administrator in several probate matters. He has also litigated several estate claims, will contests and challenges to estate administration. He handles estate matters in all counties and has assisted dozens of parties in the probate process to resolve estate issues so that the proper administration of the estate is achieved.

Dominic graduated from Rutgers University, Camden, New Jersey with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. He received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Dayton School of Law, Dayton, Ohio. He is currently licensed to practice in the State and Supreme Courts of New Jersey and the Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court of New Jersey, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and a member of its Real Estate, Probate and Trust section, and its Common Ownership Interests Committee, the Camden County Bar Association and its Probate and Real Estate section, as well as a member of the Trial Lawyers of America and the Community Associations Institute.

Kenneth E. Raynor, Esquire, has been practicing for over fourteen years in the South Jersey area and has extensive experience in estate litigation, planning and administration. In the estate litigation field, Kenneth distinguishes himself by utilizing a full array of discovery techniques to develop the underlying legal claims while preventing the dissipation of disputed assets. In the estate planning context, Kenneth endeavors to build a relationship with his clients so that an estate plan can be tailored to their specific needs. Furthermore, he utilizes his knowledge and experience as an estate litigator to craft estate plans which attempt to reduce the potential for fraud, undue influence and other issues which can often arise as a result of improper planning.

With respect to estate administration and probate, Kenneth, also tries to tailor his services to his clients' needs. He understands that the passing of a loved one can have a tremendous impact upon family members and those responsible for administering the estate. For those individuals who are comfortable in handling some of the estate's affairs, he will serve in a more limited capacity, however, where necessary, he will guide clients every step of the way.

Kenneth has a master's in law, commonly known an LL.M in Tax from Temple Law School. While attending his master's program, Kenneth focused on estate and corporate tax issues. He received his Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University where he also received bachelors' degrees in English and Accounting. He is admitted to practice in the United States Tax Court and both the federal and state courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He is an active member of the Burlington County and State Bar Associations.

Debra J. Brigher, NJCP (New Jersey Certified Paralegal) is a Senior Paralegal at Simeone & Raynor, LLC. She graduated summa cum laude from the American Bar Association approved paralegal program at Burlington County College in 1991. While at Burlington County College, Debra distinguished herself by being inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society for two year colleges, served as the student liaison to the paralegal curriculum advisory board and was named paralegal student of the year in her final year.

Debra has spent the last twenty years working in law firms, small and large, learning and eventually mastering skills required to assist attorneys in the practice of commercial and residential real estate transactions, commercial leasing, mortgage and tax foreclosure, zoning and land use, condominium association collections, commercial litigation and estate litigation.

Debra is a member of the South Jersey Paralegal Association and frequently attends continuing legal education seminars to keep current in new developments in the law and court procedures.

Nancy Z. Seldomridge, NJCP (New Jersey Certified Paralegal) is a Senior Paralegal at Simeone & Raynor, LLC. She graduated summa cum laude from the American Bar Association approved paralegal program at Burlington County College in 1992. While at Burlington County College, Ms. Seldomridge was inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society for two year colleges, and served as the student liaison to the paralegal curriculum advisory board and was named paralegal student of the year in her final year.

Nancy has spent the last twenty seven years in the practice of condominium, homeowner and community association law, collections, general litigation and tax sale certificate foreclosures.

Nancy is a member of the South Jersey Paralegal Association and frequently attends continuing legal education seminars to keep current in new developments in the law and court procedures.

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I. Dominic Simeone, Esquire

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Kenneth E. Raynor, Esquire

Kenneth E. Raynor, Esquire, Has Been Practicing For Over Fourteen Years In The South Jersey Area And Has Extensive Experience In Estate Litigation, Planning And Administration. In The Estate Litigation Field, Kenneth Distinguishes Himself By Utilizing A Full Array Of Discovery Techniques To Develop The Underlying Legal Claims While Preventing The Dissipation Of Disputed Assets. In The Estate Planning Context, Kenneth Endeavors To Build A Relationship With His Clients So That An Estate Plan Can Be Tailored To Their Specific Needs. Furthermore, He Utilizes His Knowledge And Experience As An Estate Litigator To Craft Estate Plans Which Attempt To Reduce The Potential For Fraud, Undue Influence And Other Issues Which Can Often Arise As A Result Of Improper Planning. with Respect To Estate Administration And Probate, Kenneth, Also Tries To Tailor His Services To His Clients' Needs. He Understands That The Passing Of A Loved One Can Have A Tremendous Impact Upon Family Members And Those Responsible For Administering The Estate. For Those Individuals Who Are Comfortable In Handling Some Of The Estate's Affairs, He Will Serve In A More Limited Capacity, However, Where Necessary, He Will Guide Clients Every Step Of The Way. kenneth Has A Master's In Law, Commonly Known An Ll.m In Tax From Temple Law School. While Attending His Master's Program, Kenneth Focused On Estate And Corporate Tax Issues. He Received His Juris Doctorate From Rutgers University Where He Also Received Bachelors' Degrees In English And Accounting. He Is Admitted To Practice In The United States Tax Court And Both The Federal And State Courts In Pennsylvania And New Jersey. He Is An Active Member Of The Burlington County And State Bar Associations.

Debra J. Brigher

Debra J. Brigher, Njcp (new Jersey Certified Paralegal) Is A Senior Paralegal At Simeone & Raynor, Llc. She Graduated Summa Cum Laude From The American Bar Association Approved Paralegal Program At Burlington County College In 1991. While At Burlington County College, Debra Distinguished Herself By Being Inducted Into Phi Theta Kappa, The Honor Society For Two Year Colleges, Served As The Student Liaison To The Paralegal Curriculum Advisory Board And Was Named Paralegal Student Of The Year In Her Final Year. debra Has Spent The Last Twenty Years Working In Law Firms, Small And Large, Learning And Eventually Mastering Skills Required To Assist Attorneys In The Practice Of Commercial And Residential Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Leasing, Mortgage And Tax Foreclosure, Zoning And Land Use, Condominium Association Collections, Commercial Litigation And Estate Litigation. debra Is A Member Of The South Jersey Paralegal Association And Frequently Attends Continuing Legal Education Seminars To Keep Current In New Developments In The Law And Court Procedures.

Nancy Z. Seldomridge

Nancy Z. Seldomridge, Njcp (new Jersey Certified Paralegal) Is A Senior Paralegal At Simeone & Raynor, Llc. She Graduated Summa Cum Laude From The American Bar Association Approved Paralegal Program At Burlington County College In 1992. While At Burlington County College, Ms. Seldomridge Was Inducted Into Phi Theta Kappa, The Honor Society For Two Year Colleges, And Served As The Student Liaison To The Paralegal Curriculum Advisory Board And Was Named Paralegal Student Of The Year In Her Final Year. nancy Has Spent The Last Twenty Seven Years In The Practice Of Condominium, Homeowner And Community Association Law, Collections, General Litigation And Tax Sale Certificate Foreclosures. nancy Is A Member Of The South Jersey Paralegal Association And Frequently Attends Continuing Legal Education Seminars To Keep Current In New Developments In The Law And Court Procedures.

1) Estate Planning

The phrase "estate planning" incorporates a variety of legal issues ranging from the most common estate planning document, a Will, to special needs trusts, Medicaid planning and a host of other documents which serve to preserve your assets and provide for your loved ones. These documents, along with your understanding of the purpose they serve, reflect your estate plan. Our attorneys do not just prepare documents, but instead, educate our clients about how each document serves a purpose in their estate plan and thereby furthers their individual goals. When it comes to estate planning, no two clients are the same. Some focus on the tax savings generated by effective planning, others on asset preservation and creditor protection and still others focus on preserving family harmony. We listen to our clients and explain the options available to them. When considering your estate plan a variety of issues may arise, such as:

How do I provide for my children of a prior marriage?

How do I ensure that a minor child or a child with special needs will be

provided for during their lifetime when I'm no longer around?

Is my estate subject to New Jersey Inheritance tax, Estate tax and/or Federal Estate tax and can lifetime gifting or effective estate planning serve to reduce those taxes?

Are the proceeds from a life insurance policy taxable to my estate?

What is a Revocable Living Trust and do I need one?

How does jointly owned real property and bank accounts affect my estate plan?

The answers to these common questions provide our clients with an understanding of the value they derive from our services. For some, the questions are more complex but no matter how simple or complex, our attorneys seek to foster the trust that encourages our clients to ask questions.

2) Estate Litigation

Our firm prides itself on its reputation in the estate litigation field. We are committed to providing effective and efficient representation in a variety of estate litigation matters. Estate litigation has and continues to rapidly evolve and as such, clients seeking representation in this area are encouraged to seek experienced counsel who specialize in this field.

Estate Litigation no longer refers simply to a Will challenge, instead, it may include claims against an Executor or administrator for a breach of his or her fiduciary duty, claims against a joint account holder who unduly influenced an elderly individual and absconded with their funds, or the improper and unlawful use of a power of attorney. Our office aggressively litigates estate matters by crafting comprehensive discovery demands and utilizing motion practice to secure both the assets in dispute and the evidence necessary to establish our client's case. We are also cognizant of the costs associated with estate litigation and as such, discuss various options with clients in order to avoid unnecessary costs and maintain family harmony where appropriate.

Where a client seeks to challenge a Will or similar testamentary instrument, our office acts quickly to preserve our client's right to contest the document in question. Generally, a New Jersey resident only has FOUR (4) MONTHS from the date the Will is admitted to probate to challenge the validity of that document. Because of this narrow timeframe, it is critical that individuals seeking representation act quickly and retain experienced counsel.

3) Estate Administration

4) Real Estate Services

Residential real estate transactions are not always simple proceedings, and often represent the largest single purchase an individual will make during his or her lifetime. Despite the significance of this purchase, many individuals have chosen to make these substantial financial commitments without the independent advice of counsel. As your legal counsel, our office will represent your particular interests in the transaction, while keeping the process efficient and cost-effective. We ensure that our clients will leave the closing table feeling confident and protected.

In the commercial context and for investors, our experienced legal team provides extensive services. These services include business entity formation, purchase and sale negotiation and structuring, tax consultation, zoning and land use, contract preparation, lease review and preparation and environmental consultation. Our real estate clients include investors, real estate professionals with commercial clients, developers, small business owners, condominium associations and landlords. We have also represented owners and tenants in condemnation proceedings involving takings by eminent domain. Simeone & Raynor was the lead counsel representing 60 commercial tenants in a highly publicized and controversial taking of large commercial retail center where we achieved outstanding results in obtaining benefits for our clients.

Finally, during these difficult economic times, our office has continued its commitment to our clients by aggressively pursuing property tax appeals to reduce the expenses associated with the ownership of residential and commercial real estate. We also help our client's maximize the value of their properties by obtaining subdivision approval, zoning and use variances. When it comes to real estate matters, Simeone & Raynor is a well known and well respected name in the field.

5) Business Services

Business owners are often confronted with a wide array of issues ranging from contracts with suppliers and purchasers to employment issues and litigation. At Simeone & Raynor, our attorneys understand the complexity of running a business and the impact that such a commitment entails.

We offer experienced business attorneys who are knowledgeable and can help make even the most difficult situation a less stressful and time consuming process. For those individuals who are just starting a new business, our attorneys can offer direction regarding real estate purchases, leasing options, business formation, tax planning, employment contracts and business purchases. For those individuals or entities who have developed their business, our office can offer a comprehensive review of legal issues which can arise during the growth stage of a business as well as offer guidance on business expansion through acquisition, merger or new investors.

Our attorneys, also, aggressively represent business clients in various litigation matters such as employment lawsuits, partnership and shareholder disputes and a myriad of contract litigation. Litigation can have a devastating impact to a company's bottom line and negatively affect the morale of business owners as well as their employees. Because of the foregoing, we strive to efficiently and effectively resolve disputed matters by bringing to bear our knowledge, experience and litigation skills on the issue in conflict. The attorneys at Simeone & Raynor pride themselves on listening to their client's needs and developing sensible solutions to their problems.

Service Locations

Real Estate Attorney Cherry Hill  -  Real Estate Lawyer Cherry Hill  -  Foreclosure Law Cherry Hill
Probate Cherry Hill  -  Wills And Trusts Cherry Hill  -  Real Estate Law Cherry Hill

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