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Essex County Property Tax Appeals Lawyers

The New Jersey Property Tax Appeal Attorneys of Sommer & Engelhart

Very few people know this, and you may be learning it here for the first time, but it's true: You could be eligible for tremendous savings on your New Jersey property taxes by filing for a residential tax appeal.

If such an appeal is your driving real estate legal goal, we will work hard to make it a reality at Sommer & Engelhart, Attorneys at Law in Fairfield.

For the combined 60-plus years of our experience, our skilled lawyers have assisted individuals and families with home valuation, short sales, homeowner protection and tax appeals in Essex County and surrounding areas.

Senior partner Goldie C. Sommer is a licensed realtor, in addition to being an experienced attorney. You can benefit from her decades of service, legal insights, tax appeals strategies and dedicated client commitment.

We welcome the opportunity to serve you, and urge you to contact us for a realistic assessment of your chances for a successful residential tax appeal. Contact Sommer & Engelhart toll free at 866-446-6298, or by e-mail or fax.

We respond promptly to messages left after business hours and can accommodate your need for an evening appointment.

Experienced Attorneys + Licensed Realtor = Quality Real Estate Representation

At Sommer & Engelhart, we give honest, accurate answers to residential tax appeals questions such as:

  • How will I know if it's worth it to pursue an appeal of my property tax bill?
  • Can I file an appeal for a property that produces income?
  • What are the tax appeals deadlines for filing if my town or municipality has been reevaluated, or for added assessments on improvements to my property?
  • What does the term "equalization ratio" mean? What is its role in a residential tax appeal?
  • Could it be that my property has been improperly assessed by my local government?
  • What kinds of documentation should I present for my appeal?
  • Am I exempt from paying property taxes until my appeals issues are resolved?
  • If my mortgage is in default, can I still pursue an appeal to minimize my losses?
  • Will I have to go to court?
  • How can an attorney help with my residential tax appeal?
  • Is there an advantage to having an attorney who specializes in real estate advocacy for me?

We can address those important questions, and any other concerns you might have, during your initial consultation with Sommer & Engelhart. Your first meeting with us is free of charge.

The Personal Attention You Need and Deserve From a Full-Service Law Firm

Contact our Essex County property tax appeals attorneys today, toll free: 866-446-6298.

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Sommer & Engelhart, Attorneys at Law
230 Passiac Avenue
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Phone: 973-559-5984
Toll Free: 866-446-6298
Fax: 973-276-6116
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Great Place Meadows, Fairfield, Essex County Airport, Passaic Ave 46 - Map