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Francis J. Giantomasi, Real Estate Attorney in Roseland, New Jersey

Roseland New, NJ

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Francis J. Giantomasi is an attorney based in Roseland, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Based in
Roseland, NEW JERSEY
Experience
attorney
Known for
Real Estate
  • Handles Real Estate matters from Roseland, NEW JERSEY.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

About Francis J. Giantomasi: Francis J. Giantomasi is an attorney based in Roseland, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Francis takes on

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

Real Estate cases in Roseland, New Jersey

Francis takes real estate matters in Roseland, 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 Francis agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Francis J. Giantomasi — real estate lawyer in Roseland

Francis J. Giantomasi is an attorney based in Roseland, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Francis J. Giantomasi is a member of the firm's Real Estate, Development & Land Use Group. He has over four decades of experience in all aspects of real estate acquisitions, sales, development, complex commercial transactions and Chancery litigation, and has successfully argued before the New Jersey Appellate Division and the New Jersey Supreme Court.

Frank is recognized as a leader in planning, zoning, and development law including tax abatement law for the City of Newark and urban areas. He has served as Chief Development Counsel for some of the region's major real estate projects, including the planning and development of Prudential Insurance Company's Newark Headquarters.

In 2017, Frank was named to New Jersey Governor-elect Phil Murphy’s Transition Team – Transition Counsel Committee.

Frank received his J.D. from Seton Hall Law School. He served as a law clerk to Essex County's Assignment Judge, Arthur J. Blake. Prior to joining the firm, Frank maintained the law firm of Giantomasi & Oliveira for over 20 years and spent 4 years at Genova Burns Giantomasi & Webster.

He is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.

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Francis's approach to real estate cases

Francis J. Giantomasi is a member of the firm's Real Estate, Development & Land Use Group. He has over four decades of experience in all aspects of real estate acquisitions, sales, development, complex commercial transactions and Chancery litigation, and has successfully argued before the New Jersey Appellate Division and the New Jersey Supreme Court. Frank is recognized as a leader in planning,…

The kind of cases Francis takes

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Seton Hall University

    J.D. · 1979

Francis studied at J.D. in Seton Hall University.

Law school and academic background

Francis completed J.D. in Seton Hall University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Francis runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Francis has received 32 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Cannabis Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Included in

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , New Jersey Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (2024)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — New Jersey Super Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — list

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — ,

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate (2013-2019; 2021-2024)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — NJBIZ

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Power 100 (2016; 2019-2024)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Law Power 50 (2019-2024)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Ranked third in 2022

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Ranked fourth in 2021

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Ranked sixth in 2020

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Recipient,

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — New Jersey Law Journal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Lifetime Achievement Award (2024)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Essex County Bar Association, Samuel S. Saiber Professional Achievement Award (2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Included in The Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership Hall of Fame, Servant-Leader Exemplar (2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — ROI-NJ

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Influencers: Health Care – Sector Stars (2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Influencers: Real Estate (2018-2022); Real Estate – Service Providers (2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Included in Investors Bank, Advisory Board Hall of Fame (2019)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Icon Honors Award (2017)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of New Jersey, Corporate Award (2017)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Cannabis Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Francis J. Giantomasi's office in Roseland

Francis's primary office is at 105 Eisenhower Parkway, Roseland, New Jersey, 07068. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

105 Eisenhower Parkway

Roseland, New Jersey 07068

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Hiring guide

How to hire Francis J. Giantomasi — 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 Francis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Francis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Francis'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; Francis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Roseland, 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 Francis

Francis 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. Francis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Francis'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 Francis J. Giantomasi

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

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

  • Does Francis offer a free consultation?

    Francis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Francis's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Francis'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. Francis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Francis take my case if I'm outside Roseland?

    Francis 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 — Francis 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 Francis?

    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. Francis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Francis accepting new real estate clients right now?

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

Areas served

Real Estate attorneys serving Roseland, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey

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