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a virtual firm, Hibinski Law, LLC takes an innovative approach to law

The firm prides itself on a unique blend of modernism and traditionalism to deliver the best results.

a virtual firm, Hibinski Law, LLC takes an innovative approach to law

The firm prides itself on a unique blend of modernism and traditionalism to deliver the best results.

ABOUT CHRISTIAN M. HIBINSKI, ESQ.

Christian M. Hibinski, Esq. focuses his practice primarily on all aspects of government law and real estate, including related litigation.

Throughout his career, Christian has been affiliated with a number of law firms throughout New Jersey, including one of the largest firms in New Jersey and other prominent small and mid-sized firms. Christian has served as Board Attorney for various municipal boards across New Jersey, including multiple Zoning Boards of Adjustment, a Planning Board, a Rent Leveling Board and a Redevelopment Agency. Furthermore, Christian has experience serving as City Attorney for a large urban municipality and Township Attorney for an affluent suburban municipality. In terms of public service, Christian has worked for a prominent New Jersey member of Congress as well as several state legislators.

Christian now uses his experience to represent both private and public sector clients seeking legal assistance in related areas. When not practicing, Christian serves as an attorney-coach for the St. Joseph High School-Metuchen Mock Trial Team and enjoys traveling, sports and spending time with his family and cat, Percy.

Education

J.D., Pace University, Elisabeth Haub School of Law

B.A., The Catholic University of America

Certificate in Financial Analysis and Valuation, Harvard Law School

Certificate in Negotiation Mastery, Harvard Business School

Bar Admissions

State of New Jersey

State of New York

U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey

Professional Associations

New Jersey State Bar Association

Bergen County Bar Association

New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys

Honors

Named Best of Bergen Top Lawyers in Litigation (2024)

Named Best of Bergen Top Lawyers in both Municipal Law and Zoning, Planning & Land Use Law (2023)

AREAS OF PRACTICE

State, Local & Municipal Government

Having served as a municipal attorney and having been engaged in New Jersey's electoral process, Christian is well versed in all areas of local government. When not serving municipal and public clients directly as counsel, Christian engages in a variety of other government related matters.

If you are a candidate for political office and need assistance complying with New Jersey's election laws, including challenging the results of an election in court, or even just need assistance in communicating with your local municipality, legal guidance through the political landscape will be invaluable.

Christian also handles liquor license applications before Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Boards, and has been involved in securing municipal and state support and licenses for cannabis retailers throughout New Jersey.

Moreover, Christian provides guidance and litigates matters regarding the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) and Open Public Records Act (OPRA ). If you believe a public meeting has been conducted improperly or have requested records from a government entity under OPRA and believe you may have been wrongfully denied your records, contact the firm for assistance accordingly.

Land Use, Zoning & Redevelopment

State, Local & Municipal Government

Having served as the attorney for municipal land use and redevelopment boards throughout New Jersey, Christian understands the depth and complexities municipalities consider with regard to development and variance applications and uses that knowledge to best advocate for private applicants at any stage of the land use process.

If you are a property owner or real estate developer seeking any type of land use approval, feedback or variance relief from a municipality or county, Christian has extensive experience successfully representing applicants before Planning Boards and Zoning Boards of Adjustment and will be able to not only prepare and present your application, but will be able to guide you through the elaborate process from inception through resolution compliance.

If you are an objector seeking to challenge an application at a public meeting, contact Christian to discuss your concerns as Christian routinely puts forth objections on the record and cross-examines professionals on behalf of the public and businesses.

Lastly, if a development application has been approved by a land use board and you believe the approval was improper, contact the firm immediately to discuss the viability of any potential legal challenge, as appeals are time sensitive.

Landlord-Tenant

State, Local & Municipal Government

Civil Commitments

Christian represents both landlords and tenants in all facets of the eviction process and related disputes.

Christian handles the preparation of various requisite notices from landlords to their tenant(s), advocates for tenants' rights and provides representation to landlords and tenants in security deposit disputes and at eviction trials in non-payment of rent and holdover cases.

Whether you are a landlord seeking guidance with regard to your tenant(s) or a tenant who believes your landlord may be infringing upon your entitlements, contact the firm to discuss what remedies may be available.

Civil Commitments

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Commitments

Having served as Patient Advocate for a county in New Jersey, Christian represented numerous patients who had been involuntarily civilly committed to state and county hospitals for mental health reasons in their related court proceedings.

If you are or know any person or loved one who has been civilly involuntarily committed and needs representation at any stage of the involuntary civil commitment, Christian will be able to coordinate with the respective County accordingly and advocate in the patient's best interest.

Additionally, Christian is able to assist with expunging any mental health commitment from an individual's public record after their commitment has concluded.

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Christian engages in a variety of civil litigation matters, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in matters concerning, but not limited to, business and contract disputes, collections, consumer fraud and personal injury.

Additionally, Christian represents those who are being summoned to appear in municipal court for motor vehicle offenses, ordinance violations and other similar non-criminal matters.

If you believe you have suffered damages or have had a lawsuit filed against you by the state or a municipality and are seeking representation, contact the firm to further discuss.

Real Estate and Property Tax Appeals

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

If you are looking to buy or sell real property of any kind, Christian will be able to assist with your transaction to ensure a seamless purchase or sale.

Non-transactionally, Christian represents those in partition and ejectment actions in efforts to protect property rights.

Alternatively, if you are a property owner looking to appeal your property tax assessment from your local municipality at a County Tax Board hearing or in Tax Court, contact Christian to discuss the viability of your appeal. Having been involved as special tax counsel for municipalities, Christian will be able to provide invaluable insight regarding the success of any property tax appeal against your municipal Tax Assessor that you may be considering.

a virtual firm, Hibinski Law, LLC takes an innovative approach to law

a virtual firm, Hibinski Law, LLC takes an innovative approach to law

ABOUT CHRISTIAN M. HIBINSKI, ESQ.

AREAS OF PRACTICE

State, Local & Municipal Government

State, Local & Municipal Government

State, Local & Municipal Government

Land Use, Zoning & Redevelopment

State, Local & Municipal Government

State, Local & Municipal Government

Landlord-Tenant

State, Local & Municipal Government

Civil Commitments

Civil Commitments

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Commitments

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Real Estate and Property Tax Appeals

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Contact Us

Get in Touch with the Attorney

Submissions and Accommodations

Hours

Online Payment

a virtual firm, Hibinski Law, LLC takes an innovative approach to law

a virtual firm, Hibinski Law, LLC takes an innovative approach to law

ABOUT CHRISTIAN M. HIBINSKI, ESQ.

AREAS OF PRACTICE

State, Local & Municipal Government

State, Local & Municipal Government

State, Local & Municipal Government

Land Use, Zoning & Redevelopment

State, Local & Municipal Government

State, Local & Municipal Government

Landlord-Tenant

State, Local & Municipal Government

Civil Commitments

Civil Commitments

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Commitments

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Real Estate and Property Tax Appeals

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Civil Litigation and Municipal Court

Contact Us

Get in Touch with the Attorney

Submissions and Accommodations

Hours

Online Payment

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