Landlord / Tenant Law

In connection with the daily operations that come with property ownership and management in the state of New Jersey, Kevin P. Wigenton recommends that a landlord have a working knowledge of any potential issues to avoid liability. A landlord in New Jersey is subject to some of the strongest pro-tenant landlord laws in the United States. Tenants have many rights, and it is important to understand what these are and what the consequences may be if these rights are violated. Kevin P. Wigenton represents both tenants and landlords located in the State of New Jersey regarding a variety of matters concerning residential, private, and commercial properties. We offer lease drafting and negotiating services, and we can craft arrangements that prevent future disagreements between parties by reducing any ambiguities concerning the rights and responsibilities of both the property owner and a renter. Kevin P. Wigenton also handles disputes that may arise between landlords and tenants regarding their lease term. Kevin P. Wigenton has vast experience counseling clients on a wide range of landlord, tenant and leasing issues, including: nonpayment of rent; landlord harassment; commercial leases; residential leases; eviction of tenants; dealing with breaches of a lease by a tenant; and the illegal use of property by a tenant. Kevin P. Wigenton cares about your legal situation and if given the opportunity will explain your legal rights and obligations, while offering reasonable fees and flexible payment schedules.