Emil brings decades of experience in real estate transactions, municipal law, and property tax appeals. His legal practice is rooted in public service, having served as municipal attorney, utility authority counsel, and special tax appeal counsel to municipalities across New Jersey. Emil has advised local governments on a range of legal matters, including land use, tax assessments, and public utility operations.
He currently serves as special counsel for real property tax appeals for municipalities such as New Brunswick, Perth Amboy, Edison, Hillsborough, Plainfield, Belmar, Sayreville, and both North and South Brunswick. His background in real estate and municipal governance enables him to deliver practical, strategic legal guidance for public-sector clients navigating complex valuation and tax issues.
Emil’s career also includes leadership roles in state and military service. He retired from the U.S. Army as a Colonel after 35 years of active and reserve duty, capped by his graduation from the U.S. Army War College. He later served as Deputy Commissioner of Veterans Affairs in the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs under Governor James McGreevey, reflecting a lifelong commitment to public service and veterans' advocacy.
Areas of Focus
Municipal Law
- Served as municipal attorney for Hillsborough Township and Borough of Belmar
- Legal counsel to municipal utility authorities and public agencies
- Former municipal court judge for Franklin Township and Borough of Millstone
- Advises on governance, land use, and municipal regulatory matters
Real Property Tax Appeals
- Special counsel for numerous municipalities on complex tax appeal litigation
- Represents public entities in valuation disputes and real estate assessments
- Advises tax assessors and local officials on strategy and compliance
Real Estate Transactions
- Experienced in commercial and public-sector real estate matters
- Advises clients on acquisitions, dispositions, and regulatory issues
- Skilled in property-related litigation and dispute resolution
Affiliations
- New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys
- Hillsborough Township (2000-2001) and Borough of Belmar (1993-2002), Attorney
- East Brunswick Sewage Authority, Solicitor
- Franklin Township and Borough of Millstone, Municipal Court Judge
- Middlesex County and Somerset County Bar Associations.
- New Jersey and New York State Bar Associations
- Military Order of the Purple Heart, American Legion & Veterans of Foreign Wars, Life member
- Appraisal Institute, Associate Member
- International Association of Assessing Officers, Associate Member
Awards
- New Brunswick Bar Association, Lifetime Achievement Award (2024)
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