Kevin M. Kinsella, Environmental Attorney in Paramus, New Jersey
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental and General · 4.9/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Contract PartneratDeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP
Paramus, NJ
Practicing environmental in Paramus since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 9 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kevin M. Kinsella is a contract partner based in Paramus, NJ. The practice focuses on Environmental and General. Kevin has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
- Based in
- Paramus, NJ
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Environmental · General
- Handles Environmental and General matters from Paramus, NJ.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kevin M. Kinsella: Kevin M. Kinsella is a contract partner based in Paramus, NJ. The practice focuses on Environmental and General. Kevin has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kevin M. Kinsella
Kevin concentrates on environmental and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kevin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Paramus, New Jersey
Kevin takes environmental matters in Paramus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Paramus, New Jersey
Kevin takes general matters in Paramus, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kevin M. Kinsella — Over 30 years of New Jersey environmental experience
Kevin M. Kinsella is a contract partner based in Paramus, NJ. The practice focuses on Environmental and General. Kevin has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Kevin Kinsella is an Equity Partner at DeCotiis. He is a member of the Environmental Law, Public Utilities and Green Practice groups. Mr. Kinsella joined the Firm in 1996 and was subsequently promoted to Partner in 2001 and now Equity Partner in 2026.
Mr. Kinsella's accomplishments in the field of Environmental Law have earned him widespread recognition, as reflected in his AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, given to lawyers recognized by their peers for excellence in both legal ability and ethical practice.
Mr. Kinsella's practice is concentrated on environmental regulatory compliance and transactional work, counseling both public and private clients in a wide array of complex site remediation, redevelopment, environmental land use, and real estate matters. In that capacity, Mr. Kinsella negotiates risk allocation and liability issues, undertakes environmental due diligence reviews, develops strategies for procuring Federal and state environmental approvals, facilitates the transfer of industrial establishments, obtains riparian conveyances, coordinates with Licensed Site Remediation Professionals to complete environmental cleanups, resolves environmental insurance coverage disputes, and drafts all manner of environmental agreements, including land transfer agreements, conservation easements, redevelopment agreements, and indemnification and settlement agreements. Mr. Kinsella's practice also includes representation of publicly-owned and operated utilities, including potable water systems, electricity generating facilities, and wastewater collection and treatment systems. Mr. Kinsella regularly represents clients before the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the United States Environmental Protection Agency, as well as administrative tribunals in connection with appeals taken from final actions by those agencies.
Mr. Kinsella also has environmental litigation experience, representing clients in connection with claims of liability for environmental contamination under the New Jersey Spill Compensation and Control Act and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, among other statutes.
Mr. Kinsella received his B.A. from Seton Hall University in 1992. He was also awarded his J.D. from Seton Hall University Law School in 1996, where he was a member of the Irish-American Law Student Association.
How Kevin handles environmental matters
Kevin Kinsella is an Equity Partner at DeCotiis. He is a member of the Environmental Law, Public Utilities and Green Practice groups. Mr. Kinsella joined the Firm in 1996 and was subsequently promoted to Partner in 2001 and now Equity Partner in 2026. Mr. Kinsella's accomplishments in the field of Environmental Law have earned him widespread recognition, as reflected in his AV Preeminent rating…
Who Kevin represents
Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental and general matters in Paramus and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Kevin M. Kinsella's legal education and bar admissions
Seton Hall University School of Law
J.D. Honors · 1996
Seton Hall University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Kevin's state bar admissions
New Jersey
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
Kevin studied at J.D. Honors in Seton Hall University School of Law and B.A. in Seton Hall University.
Law school and academic background
Kevin completed J.D. Honors in Seton Hall University School of Law and B.A. in Seton Hall University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kevin M. Kinsella
Kevin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Kevin's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations •New Jersey State Bar Association - Environmental Law Section •American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kevin M. Kinsella's office in Paramus
Kevin's primary office is at 61 South Paramus Road, Suite 250, Paramus, NJ, 07652-1236. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP
61 South Paramus Road, Suite 250
Paramus, NJ 07652-1236
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Client reviews of Kevin M. Kinsella — 4.9/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Kevin. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Paramus.
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How to hire Kevin M. Kinsella — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kevin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin'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; Kevin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Paramus, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Kevin
Kevin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kevin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kevin M. Kinsella
How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kevin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kevin offer a free consultation?
Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kevin take my case if I'm outside Paramus?
Kevin 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 — Kevin 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 Kevin?
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. Kevin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kevin accepting new environmental clients right now?
Kevin'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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