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Rooted in the community Focused on your interests

Professional, practical legal representation for residential and commercial real estate transactions in Montclair, Glen Ridge, Bloomfield, Verona, Maplewood, Cedar Grove, West Orange, and the greater Essex County area.

Meet Drew

Ever since becoming an attorney, I have wanted to build a practice centered on helping people navigate important moments in their lives, and being able to serve the community I grew up around makes it all the more meaningful. 

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North Jersey has always been home.  After growing up in Montclair, attending Marist University for undergrad, and earning a J.D. from Rutgers Law in Newark, my legal career began in New York City practicing commercial real estate at a big law firm.  Before long, I realized it was time to bring my experience closer to home and build a practice focused around helping people on a more personal level.  And what’s more personal than your home?

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Buying or selling a home, or operating a business in a commercial space, can be exciting, overwhelming, and sometimes stressful.  Having the right attorney can make all the difference.  My approach is simple: provide clear, practical legal advice, be accessible to my clients, and make sure they understand whats happening at every stage of the process.  The goal is to make the transaction as straightforward and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on what comes next.  Real estate is a big investment, and every client deserves an advocate committed to protecting their interests from start to finish.

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When I'm not reviewing contracts or helping clients close on homes, you can find me coaching high school lacrosse, swingin' kettlebells in my backyard, or walking my dog around Tuers Park in Montclair.  

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Practice Areas

Residential Transactions

Comprehensive legal guidance for property acquisitions and sales, ensuring a seamless and secure transition for your residential portfolio.

Commercial Transactions & Leasing

Strategic representation for commercial property transactions and leasing, focusing on small businesses, tenant rights, leasehold improvements, and long-term asset management.

Client Testimonials

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John doe — montclair

1 Lackawanna Plaza, Suite 6
Montclair, NJ 07042
(T) +1 (973) 419-3999
(F) +1 (862) 351-1194
drew@nesmithlaw.com

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