Spector Foerst & Associates

region, NJ

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Attorney Index
20 reviews
4.6
Google Rating
98 reviews
Spector Foerst & Associates

Practice Areas

Personal Injury

Business Profile

Personal injury attorneyEstate planning attorneyLaw firmTrial attorney

Review Snapshot

20
Total Reviews
Moderate Confidence
0
Last 90 Days
Inactive
15%
Response Rate
Low Response
12-Month Trend
Stable

Review Intelligence

Avg: 95/100
CommunicationOutcomeResponsivenessEmpathyExpertiseFeeTrialSatisfaction
Communication100
Outcome97
Responsiveness98
Empathy100
Expertise95
Fee Transparency87
Trial Experience89
Satisfaction92

Client Reviews

Denise Janiec-Domino
4 months ago

My experience with Spector Foerst was exceptional. Very responsive and professional. The compensation that I received was more than I expected and it was due to their diligence and extensive experience. I would highly recommend this law office.

Jayson Frank
5 months ago

James navigated complex contract issues on a difficult transaction with expertise, ensuring everything went smoothly from start to finish.

Jeffrey KalafutLocal Guide1 photo
5 months ago

I had the opportunity to work with James on two particularly challenging transactions. Throughout both, he was diligent, strategic, and unwavering in protecting our clients’ best interests. He handled complex issues and unreasonable demands with professionalism and composure.

Atul Joshi
5 months ago

James and team served as trusted advisors and strong execution partners in divesting some residential properties in NJ.

Colleen Nolan
5 months ago

I work through a very difficult automobile accident case with Michael Cuellar. He was as eager as I was to find some level of justice for what was happening. He worked very hard and above and beyond what he normally would be tasked to do because my health insurance company wanted to take half of my settlement. I felt very heard every time we talked. He welcomed my ideas and even my participation at times. I would definitely recommend this Firm and Michael to anyone trying to navigate the mess that is trying to deal with any kind of personal injury situation.

Shirley L.W Chen4 photos
5 months ago

We had an excellent experience working with this firm on our motor vehicle accident case. From start to finish, the associate Dillon and attorney Michael from the team was professional, responsive, and truly supportive. They guided us through every step of the process with clarity and care, and we were very satisfied with the final resolution. We are grateful for their expertise and dedication and would highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal assistance.

John A. DegasperisLocal Guide
5 months ago

I’ve known Mike Cuellar professionally for two years. He is the only lawyer that I know who obsess over his clients more than I do. The results that he acquires are impressive. If I was injured due to someone else’s negligence, I would call Mike first!

Nikolas Galvez12 photos
6 months ago

Good work. I was very satisfied with the work of the professionals at SPECTOR-FOERST & ASSOCIATES.

Stanley LouissaintLocal Guide
6 months ago

The team is Spector Foerst & Associates is your winning team when it comes to real estate transactions. They did everything to make sure that I had a seamless experience from beginning to end. Timely, professional, and most importantly, they care. Highly recommend utilizing them for any of your real estate needs.

Juan Quintana
7 months ago

Handled my case promptly and all questions were answered without hesitation. Juan Daniel and AJ were very courteous and professional. Constantly give you updates so you are not left wondering what is going on. Overall this firm has a great team and great results. I would definitely recommend to work with this firm.

Jahanzab K
7 months ago

As someone else said- don't be fooled by the 5-star reviews... they are most likely paid for, please read the reviews on AVVO. I hired James for a family law legal matter... he seemed like a bulldog that would go to work for me but once the retainer was signed and the funds had hit his account... he went radio silent for weeks. He would not change my court date, refused to negotiate on my behalf and I was left unheard and forced upon into an agreement as he refused to move my court date. A few months later, I requested a copy of the signed retainer agreement... to which he replied "I was order to destroy it".... no such court order exist as confirmed by the court clerk. Then he threatened me on the recorded call for reporting him to the ethics board given his unethical practices during the time he handled my case. I would avoid this firm at all costs due their unethical business practices as they do NOT and WILL NOT have your best interest.

Response from owner

We take all feedback seriously and keep detailed records for every client we have ever represented. After reviewing our files, we can confirm that this individual, who has now finally chosen to post under his real name, is the same person responsible for multiple fake reviews previously posted under the names Jay, Amelia K, and Altaf Ahmmad. Each of those reviews follows the same structure, repeats identical wording, and uses the same phrases such as “don’t be fooled by the Google reviews” and “check Avvo,” where this same individual has also left false statements. His repeated references to Avvo are not coincidental, as he has used that platform to post similar fake reviews in an attempt to direct readers toward his own comments.<br><br>After remaining dormant since his last review on September 29, 2024, he suddenly resumed posting again in October 2025, just weeks before his upcoming hearing. This timing is not accidental. It reflects a clear and predictable pattern of retaliation. The truth is that he is a disgruntled former client who could not accept the reality of his own case. Despite our firm’s diligence and commitment to securing the best possible outcome given the facts, he remained dissatisfied because the result did not align with his expectations. We always fight for our clients and provide honest, results driven representation, but no attorney can change the facts of a case or guarantee a specific outcome.<br><br>We encourage anyone reading this to look through the hundreds of genuine five-star reviews from our real clients, including five new five-star reviews within just the last month. Those speak for themselves. What frustrates this individual most is that every time he posts a false review, it’s quickly overshadowed by the consistent and overwhelming support from our satisfied clients. His attempts to discredit our firm will not succeed, because the truth and our clients’ real experiences always prevail. If you have any questions about our services or how we work with our clients, please feel free to contact our office directly. We are always transparent and happy to speak with anyone considering our firm.

Ankit Bansal
7 months ago

My wife and I worked with James Foerst from Spector Foerst & Associates for our home purchase and closing, and he was exceptional from start to finish. He was thorough, responsive, and always made sure we were protected. His calm professionalism and clear communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We highly recommend James and his team for anyone needing a reliable and knowledgeable real estate attorney.

Craig Schlumpf
8 months ago

We worked with James Foerst on the closing of our new home and they were professional, punctual, and knowledgeable throughout the process. Being first-time buyers they were patient with us and we appreciated everything they did to get our closing done on time. Thank you!

Eugene RabinovichLocal Guide8 photos
8 months ago

We are very happy we went with James Foerst as our lawyer for a real estate deal. He was great with communication, was very savvy with his strategy, and overall was really good at what he does. Demona was an excellent closing coordinator. Highly recommended.

Evan M
8 months ago

I hired James based on their confident promises and impressive talk. However, after I paid the retainer, James went completely silent for a week—no updates, no responses to my calls or emails. When I finally heard back, it felt like I was chasing them down just to get the basic service I had already paid for. To make matters worse, during the closing, he made multiple errors and missed critical details that could have jeopardized the entire deal. I had to step in and catch mistakes that he should have caught. His lack of attention and professionalism nearly cost me big time. If you need a reliable, detail-oriented real estate lawyer, look elsewhere.

Response from owner

It is unfortunately that we are being stalked by someone that continues to post fake reviews. Here are the main things that make this posting suspect. First, we have had only one client in the last 5 years named Evan. We just called him and he confirmed that he was more than content with our services on his relocation to another state. We can add this as another alias for Jahanzab K, Jay, Amelia K, and Altaf Ahmmad – all fake accounts). Second – Out attorney is named James Foerst but goes by the name Jim – no one that actually dealt with him would be calling him James. Finally, the statement that this office made multiple errors and missed critical details is so far from the truth it is laughable. SFA performs 200+ closings per year with perfection. Don’t be swayed by this fake review. Instead read the dozens of five star reviews from real clients of this office . . . or better yet, call Jim directly and you’ll understand why 10,000 families have trusted this law firm with their real estate transactions over the last 26 years.

Gabriela Aviles1 photo
8 months ago

I am absolutely so grateful for the work of the lawyers, especially Juan Daniel, for all their hard work on behalf of the clients. I have no words to express my gratitude, and I truly recommend them 100%. They are a great team, great work, and I would trust them again without hesitation! 🙏🙏👏🏻👏🏻❤️

Tracey OwensLocal Guide
8 months ago

We had an excellent experience working with JD at this law firm on our case. From our first consultation to our final resolution he was professional, responsive and very knowledgeable. He took the time to explain every step of the process and made sure we felt informed throughout. His attention to detail and dedication to our case truly made all the difference. We highly recommend JD to anyone in need of legal support—you’ll be in great hands with him! Thank you JD.

martin espinal
9 months ago

Can’t say enough great things about Mike C and Arthur. They worked with me in the best way possible; no nonsense, friendly, efficient, honest. They made sure this wouldn’t impact my work life balance and handled my case perfectly. Will definitely look to work with this firm again in the future for my other legal needs.

Mauricio Suarez4 photos
9 months ago

I had an excellent experience working with Spector Foerst & Associates. They handled my case with professionalism, dedication, and genuine care from start to finish. The team was always available to answer my questions, kept me informed every step of the way, and fought hard to make sure I received the compensation I deserved. I’m truly grateful for their expertise and support — I highly recommend them to anyone in need of strong legal representation

Jay
9 months ago

Dont be fooled by google reviews I hired James based on the firms google reviews... check the verified review in Avvo rather than the fake google reviews. True story about his work quality and the way his firm operates. First impressions can really be misleading. My case was given to someone of less experience, but James was CCed on all of the E-Mails. They were so non-responsive that my mortgage broker made numerous comments to me asking what is up with my lawyer? It got to the point where it became a joke during the process. They offered little to no advise during the process, which is something I desperately needed since it was my first rodeo. When we closed, James did not even stop by to say hi even though I was in his office. This would have been the polite thing to do as I am a client.

Response from owner

We take pride in the professionalism and responsiveness of our firm, as well as the verified experiences of our real clients. After a thorough review of our records, no individual named “Jay A.” has ever been represented by our office. In fact, this same review has been reposted multiple times under different names and dates — including “Amelia K” on September 24, 2024, and another identical review from December 29, 2023. The identical wording and repeated posting patterns clearly indicate a coordinated attempt to discredit our firm.<br><br>We encourage anyone reading this to look through our many positive reviews from verified clients and see how this one stands out as an obvious outlier. Our clients consistently highlight the quality of our communication, advocacy, and results. If you have any questions about our services, please contact our office directly, we’re transparent and happy to discuss how we work with our clients every step of the way.

Contact

Address
159 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041

Google Profile

Rating
4.6 / 5
Reviews
98
Status
Open
Claimed
Yes
Photos
8

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