Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in New Jersey & New York
Founded in 2000, our firm has evolved from a two-person practice specializing in auto dealer law to a multidisciplinary team of over a dozen attorneys serving clients across New Jersey and beyond. Our legal professionals bring decades of combined experience in specialized areas including auto dealership law, personal injury, criminal defense, and commercial litigation. We maintain a client-centric approach, prioritizing personalized service and proactive legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team's deep industry knowledge extends to regulatory compliance, transactional matters, and complex litigation, ensuring comprehensive representation.We actively contribute to industry advancements through participation in organizations like the New Jersey Coalition of Automobile Retailers. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through strategic advocacy, meticulous attention to detail, and a track record of successful outcomes in both negotiated settlements and courtroom verdicts. We serve as trusted legal advisors to businesses and individuals, combining big-firm capabilities with personalized responsiveness.
Services
Auto Dealership Law
Personal Injury Litigation
Criminal Defense
Commercial Litigation
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Employment Law
Land Use Zoning
Business Transactions
Insurance Disputes
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over two decades of experience in auto dealership law and related litigation
- Our attorneys include former prosecutors with extensive courtroom experience
- We conduct compliance audits and training programs for automotive businesses
- We offer specialized representation in complex commercial litigation matters
- Our team provides integrated legal solutions across multiple practice areas
Services
Auto Dealership Law
Our firm provides comprehensive legal counsel to automotive dealerships nationwide. We handle franchise agreements, manufacturer disputes, consumer fraud defense, and regulatory compliance matters. Our attorneys assist with dealership acquisitions and sales while offering proactive compliance training programs for dealership staff. With decades of industry experience, we protect dealers' interests in licensing matters and protest actions before the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
Commercial Litigation
We represent businesses in complex commercial disputes across New Jersey and New York. Our practice includes contract enforcement, shareholder conflicts, restrictive covenant litigation, and consumer fraud defense. The team handles matters involving trade secrets, insurance coverage disputes, and lender liability issues. With extensive courtroom experience, we resolve disputes through negotiation, arbitration, or trial when necessary, focusing on cost-effective solutions for our clients.
Estate Planning
Our attorneys assist clients with creating comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and healthcare directives. We guide executors through probate proceedings and help administer estates according to legal requirements. The practice handles trust administration, asset distribution, and probate litigation matters. Our approach balances legal compliance with personalized solutions to protect clients' legacies and family interests.
Land Use Zoning
We represent property owners and developers in land use matters before New Jersey municipal boards. Our services include zoning ordinance compliance, variance applications, and site plan approvals. The team handles both residential and commercial development projects, addressing subdivision regulations and redevelopment plans. We provide representation in zoning litigation and assist with environmental compliance issues related to real estate transactions.
Personal Injury Law
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients in New Jersey seeking compensation for accident-related injuries. We handle motor vehicle collisions, construction site accidents, and dog bite cases. The practice focuses on proving liability, documenting damages, and securing fair compensation through settlements or trial. Our team works to protect clients' rights while navigating insurance claims processes and medical treatment coordination.
People
Ted Schiller
Partner
Co-founder with over 30 years of experience in auto dealership law, former general counsel to major New Jersey auto dealers, and active participant in the New Jersey Coalition of Automobile Retailers.
Perry Pittenger
Partner
Co-founder specializing in auto dealer law and commercial litigation, with extensive experience representing dealerships in franchise disputes and regulatory compliance matters.
Kevin P. Galvin
Partner
Joined the firm in 2016, focusing on auto dealership law and commercial real estate transactions, bringing significant experience in financing and property disputes.
John De Massi
Attorney
Specializes in criminal defense and municipal law, with experience handling cases in New Jersey Superior Courts and providing legal counsel on regulatory matters.
Jay B. Bohn
Attorney
Focuses on business law and commercial litigation, assisting clients with corporate transactions, contract disputes, and regulatory compliance issues across multiple industries.
Questions
What areas of law does Schiller, Pittenger & Galvin specialize in?
We specialize in auto dealership law, commercial litigation, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate law, and estate planning. Our attorneys also handle employment law, land use zoning, and business transactions.
Do you represent clients outside of New Jersey?
While based in New Jersey, we represent auto dealerships and businesses nationwide, particularly in matters involving New Jersey law and regulatory compliance.
How can I schedule a consultation with your firm?
Contact us at 908-490-0444 or through our website to schedule an initial consultation. We offer personalized legal assessments for all our practice areas.
What experience do you have with auto dealership matters?
Our firm has represented automotive dealers since 2000, handling franchise agreements, manufacturer disputes, regulatory compliance, and dealership transactions across the United States.
Do you handle both litigation and transactional matters?
Yes, our practice includes both dispute resolution through litigation and proactive legal counsel for business transactions, regulatory compliance, and contract matters.
