Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Solutions for Business and Government Development
Maley Givens is a law firm with over 35 years of experience dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel to businesses and government entities. Our team specializes in redevelopment, complex litigation, land use, and commercial transactions, with a proven track record of transforming challenging projects into successful outcomes. We prioritize client goals by leveraging deep expertise in navigating administrative approvals, negotiating agreements, and resolving disputes through litigation. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of municipalities, developers, and private clients. With a focus on collaboration, we have successfully completed high-profile projects like the Atlantic City Gateway and Rowan Boulevard redevelopment, demonstrating our ability to balance public and private interests.Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in state and federal courts, handling cases ranging from toxic tort litigation to civil rights claims. We maintain strong relationships with government officials and agencies, enabling us to advocate effectively for clients while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. Our commitment to innovation and practical legal strategies has established us as a trusted partner in advancing community development and business growth. We operate with transparency, prioritizing long-term client relationships built on trust and measurable results. Recognized as a leader in redevelopment law, we continue to expand our practice to address evolving legal challenges in land use, environmental issues, and municipal governance.
Services
Redevelopment
Land Use
Litigation
Municipal Law
Commercial Transactions
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in redevelopment and municipal law.
- Our team combines litigation expertise with practical regulatory knowledge.
- We prioritize client-specific strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.
- Our track record includes landmark projects like the Atlantic City Gateway.
- We maintain long-term relationships with government agencies and developers.
Services
Redevelopment
Our redevelopment services focus on transforming economically distressed areas into productive communities. We guide clients through planning, regulatory approvals, and project execution for single-lot developments or large-scale urban revitalization initiatives. Our team negotiates agreements, manages environmental remediation, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Land Use
We provide comprehensive land use counsel for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our services include permit acquisition, zoning board representation, and affordable housing compliance strategies. We maintain strong relationships with government officials to streamline approval processes while balancing developer and municipal interests.
Litigation
Our litigation practice handles complex cases in state and federal courts, including land use appeals, redevelopment challenges, and toxic tort class actions. We employ a team approach to develop defense strategies and advocate for clients in trials, appellate proceedings, and Supreme Court cases.
Municipal Law
We serve as legal advisors to New Jersey municipalities, addressing contract negotiations, tax appeals, budgetary issues, and abandoned property remediation. Our attorneys combine practical governance experience with legal expertise to support municipal operations and development initiatives.
Commercial Transactions
We assist businesses with commercial transactions, including contract negotiations, property acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Our team structures deals to minimize legal risks while aligning with client business objectives, particularly in development and redevelopment contexts.
People
M. James Maley, Jr.
Partner
Specializes in municipal redevelopment, representing New Jersey governments and developers. Advises on commercial projects, land use, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for expertise in negotiating complex development agreements.
Emily K. Givens
Partner
Focuses on land use, redevelopment law, and local government counsel. Represents municipalities and private developers in zoning applications and litigation. Experienced in state and federal court land use disputes.
Erin E. Simone
Associate
Practices land use, appellate law, and commercial litigation. Handles zoning appeals, redevelopment cases, and toxic tort litigation in state and federal courts, including U.S. Supreme Court experience.
M. Michael Maley
Associate
Concentrates on land use, local government law, and commercial litigation. Represents clients in state and federal courts on regulatory compliance and redevelopment disputes.
Questions
What areas of law does Maley Givens specialize in?
We focus on redevelopment, land use, municipal law, and complex litigation, including cases in state and federal courts.
How long has Maley Givens been in practice?
Our firm has over 35 years of experience serving businesses and government clients in New Jersey.
What types of clients does Maley Givens represent?
We work with municipalities, private developers, and businesses seeking legal counsel on redevelopment and regulatory matters.
Can Maley Givens handle large-scale redevelopment projects?
Yes, we have successfully completed major projects like the $350M Rowan Boulevard redevelopment and Atlantic City Gateway.
Does Maley Givens have litigation experience?
Our attorneys have litigated cases ranging from land use disputes to toxic tort class actions in federal and state courts.
Reviews (1)
Christopher Basner
Aug 01, 2014
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I have referred multiple clients to Mike Maley, Esq., at Maley & Associates. My client indicated that Mr. Maley was very helpful, and they had only positive things to say about Maley & Associates. I highly recommend Maley & Associates, in Collingswood, NJ.
