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We Are A General Practice Law Firm

When your lawyer is committed to their community and the longstanding relationships they develop with clients, building trust and confidence is effortless. At Kelly & Ward, LLC Attorneys At Law, we find that fostering deep relationships with business leaders, government, fellow attorneys, professionals and our community at large results in critical resources and assistance for successful client representation.

Our New Jersey attorneys focus on land use and development, business and real estate transactions, vast range of civil litigation, public entity representation, and government law. Our firm’s litigation practice includes the defense of municipalities and their officials, prerogative writs, chancery actions, tax appeals and general commercial litigation.

The firm’s land use practice includes legal advocacy involving applications, approvals and permits for:

  • Public utilities
  • Renewable energy facilities
  • Commercial facilities
  • Town centers
  • Planned development communities
  • Recreational facilities
  • Industrial and redevelopment districts/projects.

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Our Community Involvement

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Our team Kelly & Ward proudly represents and serves several non-profit and charitable organizations in Sussex County and provides additional pro bono services to needy individuals.

Since 2014, we have represented the Northern N. J. Veterans Memorial Cemetery in the acquisition, approvals and operation of its cemetery and memorial on 68 acres in Sparta Township. The firm was voted “Best Attorney” in the New Jersey Herald annual survey from 2011 through 2017.

Learn How We Can Help You

No one should have to worry about whether or not their lawyer is effectively representing them. We want you to feel like you are getting the direct and personal attention you need, which is why we are selective when adding to our caseload. Call our lawyers at 973-869-5643 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation.