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Denise K Zevallos, Real Estate Attorney in Hackensack, New Jersey

Over 43 years of legal practice

AssociateatDeMarrais & Schandler

Hackensack, NJ

Practicing real estate in Hackensack since 1983.

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Denise K Zevallos is an associate based in Hackensack, NJ. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Denise has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DeMarrais & Schandler.

Based in
Hackensack, NJ
Experience
over 43 years
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Real Estate
  • Handles Real Estate matters from Hackensack, NJ.
  • Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Denise K Zevallos: Denise K Zevallos is an associate based in Hackensack, NJ. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Denise has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DeMarrais & Schandler.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Denise K Zevallos

Denise concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Denise handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Real Estate cases in Hackensack, New Jersey

Denise takes real estate matters in Hackensack, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Denise agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Denise K Zevallos — Over 43 years of New Jersey real estate experience

Denise K Zevallos is an associate based in Hackensack, NJ. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Denise has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DeMarrais & Schandler.

Denise K Zevallos is a lawyer practicing real estate law. Denise received a B.A. degree from St. Peter's College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Denise practices at DeMarrais & Schandler in Hackensack, NJ.

Denise's approach to real estate cases

Denise K Zevallos is a lawyer practicing real estate law. Denise received a B.A. degree from St. Peter's College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Denise practices at DeMarrais & Schandler in Hackensack, NJ.

The kind of cases Denise takes

Denise reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Hackensack and the surrounding New Jersey area.

Credentials

Denise K Zevallos's legal education and bar admissions

  • Seton Hall University

    J.D. · 1982

  • St. Peter's College

    B.A. · 1979

Jurisdictions

Denise's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey

    1983 · ACTIVE

Denise studied at J.D. in Seton Hall University and B.A. in St. Peter's College.

Law school and academic background

Denise completed J.D. in Seton Hall University and B.A. in St. Peter's College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Denise runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Denise's professional memberships and bar associations

  • New Jersey State Bar Association

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Locations

Denise K Zevallos's office in Hackensack

Denise's primary office is at 1 University Plz., Ste. 404, Hackensack, NJ, 07601-6204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

DeMarrais & Schandler

1 University Plz., Ste. 404

Hackensack, NJ 07601-6204

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Hiring guide

How to hire Denise K Zevallos — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Denise usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Denise charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Denise will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Hackensack, New Jersey

A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Denise

Denise discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every real estate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Denise confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Denise's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Denise K Zevallos

  • How much does it cost to hire Denise for a real estate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Denise walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Denise offer a free consultation?

    Denise charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Denise's current terms during booking.

  • How long do real estate cases in New Jersey typically take?

    Simple real estate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Denise gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Denise take my case if I'm outside Hackensack?

    Denise is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Denise will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Denise?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Denise will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Denise accepting new real estate clients right now?

    Denise's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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