Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services for Businesses and Individuals
Dougherty Law Offices is a dedicated legal practice specializing in serving small businesses and individuals with competent, cost-efficient representation. Our firm functions as a general counsel, solving legal problems while prioritizing responsiveness, effectiveness, and client communication. We emphasize understanding clients' operations to develop tailored strategies that address their unique needs. Our commitment to cost control ensures clients receive quality service at reasonable rates, with flexible billing options available.Located in Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia, we serve communities including Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Cape May counties, offering expertise in business law, tax planning, real estate, probate, and estate planning. Our mission is to break legal stereotypes by delivering personalized service that values both clients and the communities we serve.
Services
Business Law
Tax Planning
Probate Services
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Corporate Legal Counsel
Wills Drafting
Mergers & Acquisitions
Commercial Contracts
Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in business and corporate law.
- Our firm provides cost-effective legal strategies tailored to small businesses.
- We emphasize direct communication and client-focused problem-solving.
- Our services include specialized programs like the Legal Tuneup for proactive risk management.
- We serve Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia with local market expertise.
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice covers entity formation, contract negotiation, shareholder matters, and commercial litigation. We help businesses with mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance while preventing legal vulnerabilities. Our services ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, living trusts, and powers of attorney. Our planning minimizes tax liabilities and ensures smooth asset transfer while protecting client interests through probate avoidance strategies.
Probate Services
We guide executors through probate proceedings, handle will contests, and resolve family disputes. Our services include Surrogate Court representation and administration of estates according to New Jersey and Pennsylvania regulations.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions, lease agreements, and mortgage issues. Our services include title review, contract negotiation, and closing representation for buyers, sellers, and landlords.
Tax Planning
We provide federal and state tax planning, IRS representation, and audit defense. Our strategies optimize tax efficiency for businesses and individuals while ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations.
People
John Dougherty
Proprietor
Attorney with 25+ years of experience in business law, tax planning, and estate services. Former tax manager at Bell Atlantic Corporation and partner at two major law firms. Licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Questions
What areas of law does Dougherty Law Offices specialize in?
We specialize in business law, tax planning, probate, estate planning, real estate transactions, and corporate legal counsel for small businesses.
Do you offer flexible billing options for small businesses?
Yes, we provide creative billing arrangements including flat fees, retainer programs, and discounted hourly rates for pre-purchased service hours.
What is the Legal Tuneup Program?
Our Legal Tuneup evaluates business legal health, identifies risks, and provides actionable steps to strengthen legal protections and prevent litigation.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We serve Southern New Jersey (including Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester counties) and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Can you assist with both business and personal legal matters?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services for businesses and individuals, including corporate formation, estate planning, and real estate transactions.
