Essex County, NJ Lawyers – New Jersey’s Largest City and Beyond

Why Choose Our Firm for Your Essex County Case

Essex County’s size and complexity require attorneys who understand its industries, courts, and communities. We bring:

• Extensive experience with Essex County Superior Court at the Veterans Courthouse in Newark
• Deep familiarity with Newark’s major employers including Newark Airport, Prudential, PSEG, and major hospitals
• Understanding of Essex County’s transportation hazards on I-280, Route 21, and the Garden State Parkway
• Relationships with local medical providers including University Hospital, Saint Barnabas, and Clara Maass

Essex County at a Glance

Essex County spans approximately 126 square miles and is New Jersey’s second most populous county. The county seat is Newark, which is also the state’s largest city with over 307,000 residents.

Major Municipalities

Essex County includes 22 municipalities ranging from major urban centers to affluent suburbs:

Major Cities (by population):

• Newark (307,000+) – State’s largest city, major employment hub
• East Orange (69,000) – Dense urban community
• Irvington Township (60,000) – Industrial and residential
• Bloomfield Township (53,000) – Mixed residential/commercial
• West Orange Township (48,000) – Suburban community
• Montclair Township (40,000) – Affluent arts community
• Belleville Township (38,000) – Residential community
• City of Orange Township (34,000) – Historic urban center

Major Industries and Employers

Essex County’s economy is anchored by several major sectors:

Transportation and Logistics:

• Newark Liberty International Airport – Major employer with thousands of workers
• Port Newark – Shipping and warehouse operations
• NJ Transit headquarters – Public transportation hub

Financial Services and Insurance:

• Prudential Financial – Headquartered in Newark
• Major banks and financial institutions

Healthcare:

• University Hospital – Level I Trauma Center, 519 beds
• Clara Maass Medical Center – Belleville
• Saint Michael’s Medical Center – Newark
• Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
• Mountainside Medical Center – Montclair

Utilities and Energy:

• PSEG (Public Service Enterprise Group) – Major utility employer

Education:

• Rutgers University-Newark
• New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
• Seton Hall University Law School
• Essex County College

Transportation Infrastructure

Essex County is at the center of northern New Jersey’s transportation network:

• I-280 – Major east-west corridor connecting I-80 to Newark
• Route 21 – North-south highway along the Passaic River
• Garden State Parkway – Major north-south highway
• I-78 – Connects to I-95 and Newark Airport
• Newark Liberty International Airport – One of the nation’s busiest airports
• NJ Transit rail lines – Multiple stations serving commuters

Our Essex County Practice Areas

Whether you were injured on the job, hurt in a traffic accident, or harmed due to someone else’s negligence, our attorneys have the experience to help you recover the compensation you deserve.

Essex County Courts

Legal matters in Essex County are handled at the Essex County Courts Complex in Newark:

Essex County Veterans Courthouse 50 West Market Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Hall of Records (Civil Division) 465 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Newark, NJ 07102

Robert N. Wilentz Complex (Family Division) 212 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Workers compensation cases are heard at the Division of Workers Compensation, and we regularly appear in Essex County for all types of injury claims.

Why Essex County Residents Trust Us

Proven Results: We’ve recovered millions in compensation for injured workers and accident victims throughout Essex County.

Local Knowledge: We understand Newark’s industries, from airport operations to healthcare to port logistics. We know where injuries happen and why.

Courtroom Experience: We regularly appear in Essex County courts and know the local procedures, judges, and opposing counsel.

No Fees Unless We Win: We work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing upfront. Our fees come only from successful recoveries.

Getting Started

If you’ve been injured at work or in an accident anywhere in Essex County—from Newark to Montclair, from East Orange to Bloomfield—don’t wait. New Jersey law imposes strict deadlines for filing claims. Contact us today for your free consultation.

Kessler, DiGiovanni & Jesuele, LLC
1150 Raritan Rd, Suite 100, Cranford, NJ 07016
Phone: (908) 232-2040

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Proudly serving Essex County and all of northern New Jersey. Fighting for the injured since our founding.

Our Legal Services in Essex County

Workers Compensation Lawyer in Essex County

Injured at work in Essex County? From Newark Airport to Prudential headquarters, from hospital workers to warehouse employees, we fight for injured workers throughout the county.

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Personal Injury Attorney in Essex County

Hurt in an accident in Essex County? Get compensation for slip-and-falls, premises liability, and negligence cases. We handle claims throughout Newark and all Essex County communities.

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Auto Accident Lawyer in Essex County

Car accident on I-280, Route 21, or the Garden State Parkway? Our experienced auto accident attorneys help Essex County residents recover damages after traffic accidents.

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Cities We Serve in Essex County

We have dedicated resources for clients in these Essex County communities:

Newark → East Orange →

We Also Serve These New Jersey Counties

• Union County
• Hudson County
• Passaic County
• Bergen County
• Middlesex County
• Monmouth County
• Morris County

Serving All of New Jersey: While we have dedicated pages for major counties, we represent injured workers and accident victims throughout the entire state. Contact us for a free consultation regardless of your location.