Attorney Needed to Assist with Motion to Vacate Civil Judgment in New Jersey (Ocean County)

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I'm seeking a qualified attorney or legal consultant with experience in New Jersey civil court procedures to help me prepare and file a motion to vacate a default judgment entered against me in Ocean County, NJ. The judgment was entered in late 2022. I believe I have grounds to vacate based on procedural issues (potential improper service) and possibly laches due to lack of timely enforcement or collection effort. I have documentation of multiple attempts to contact the plaintiff's collection attorney to resolve the matter without response. While I understand that motions to vacate based on procedural grounds (such as improper service) may offer a more straightforward legal path, I am particularly interested in pursuing a motion to vacate based on the doctrine of laches, if viable. My goal is not just to erase the judgment, but to reduce the likelihood of the plaintiff refiling and having to spend more time on this. I have documented good-faith efforts to resolve the matter, including phone calls, emails, and certified mail with no meaningful response. I'm looking for someone who can help evaluate and, if appropriate, build a compelling laches-based motion as the primary approach, or incorporate it strategically alongside other arguments. What I Need Help With: - Reviewing the court docket and documents related to the case - Advising on the strongest grounds to file the motion (e.g., improper service, laches) - Drafting and/or reviewing a motion to vacate judgment - Providing guidance on filing procedures in Ocean County - Optionally: Advising on defense strategy if the case is refiled or reopened Ideal Experience: - Licensed attorney in New Jersey or strong familiarity with NJ Civil Court Rules - Experience with Rule 4:50-1 motions to vacate - Knowledge of default judgments, improper service, and/or laches doctrine - Clear and timely communication Deliverables: - Legal consultation and review of case materials - Draft or review of the motion - Filing and service instructions Budget: Looking to keep legal assistance around $500–$1,000 for this phase, depending on scope and expertise. Open to flat rate or hourly proposals. To Apply please provide: 1. A brief description of your experience with NJ civil litigation and motions to vacate 2. Estimated cost for reviewing and assisting with this matter 3. Availability to begin this week

Keyword: Business Consulting

Price: $30.0

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