William Rodriguez, Esq.

Counsel

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William Rodriguez is Counsel at the firm who serves clients in the firm's Litigation department, Community Associations department, and Landlord/Tenant department. William oversees and manages several aspects of the firm including the Litigation department and assisting in the Collections department as well as serving as a mentor to the firm's younger associates.

William's litigation responsibilities include handling cases from inception to trial in the areas of tenancy disputes, foreclosures, fair housing matters, discrimination claims, breach of contract matters, municipal court matters, subsidized tenancies, community association disputes, rent control disputes including municipal rent control board hearings and related litigation, and appellate advocacy.

A 2002 graduate of Seton Hall University School of Law, William has almost 20 years of experience in litigation throughout New Jersey including family and matrimonial matters, civil matters, municipal court, criminal matters, probate matters and landlord tenant cases as well as drafting appeals and arguing before the New Jersey Appellate Division.

Prior to becoming a litigator, William was a corporate accountant where he engaged in both transactional work and forensic investigations. William is focused on using his experience to assist clients in identifying, developing, and implementing solutions to their legal challenges. Whether in settlement discussions, in trial, or collaborating with staff to develop effective solutions for our clients, William is focused on providing strong advocacy.

News & Announcements

CTA UPDATE: FinCEN Removes Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements for U.S. Companies and U.S. Persons

April 22, 2025

As you may recall, The Corporate Transparency Act or the “CTA,” established under Title LXIV of the Defense Act, was introduced in 2023 and took effect on January 1, 2024, carrying with it significant implications for landlords and property owners. At the time of its effective date, the CTA introduced a federal reporting requirement for companies operating in the United States.

New amendments were adopted by the New Jersey of Civil Rights (“DCR”) regarding the Multiple Dwelling Reporting Rule (“MDRR”) on April 7, 2025

April 22, 2025

One of the biggest changes with the adoption of these new amendments to the MDRR is the requirement to provide applicants and leaseholders with DCR’s Applicant / Tenant Inquiry document. This document was produced by the DCR. Reporting information back to the DCA in regard to the MDRR has always been mandatory, that is not changing. However, the use of the DCR’s document was used to assist owners in gathering information that the DCR has required to have on file. This is where the change comes into play.

NEW COMBUSTIBLE MULCH REGULATIONS

March 4, 2025

The New Jersey Fire Code has changed as a new regulation aimed at combatting combustible mulch was adopted on April 15, 2024, and is taking effect on April 15, 2025. Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:70-3, 305.7, all occupancies who are subject to this regulation will have to remove all combustible landscape materials that are located within 18 inches of the foundation of any building or structure or in the area of any designated smoking area and replace it with

Change in Law that will expand the Potential to Obtain a Restraining Order

November 27, 2024

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed S-1517 into law on July 24, 2023, to amend the current statutory law, known as the “Victim’s Assistance and Survivor Protection Act” or VASPA. The new law expands the protections for victims seeking a restraining order. Under previous state law, a court could only issue protective orders if there was a criminal conviction or if the victim and the accused had a prior dating relationship or a familial tie, such as sharing a child. Governor Murphy stated, “After hearing the horrifying stories of victims, like Michele Albano’s daughter- who inspired this bill- our Administration recognized the need to expand access to protective orders to more than just victims of domestic and sexual violence.”

Updated New Jersey DCR Rules

November 26, 2024

On November 18, 2024, the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) announced a proposed set of changes to rules related to “disparate impact discrimination.” The proposed legislation, 56 N.J.R. 2218 (a), attempts to resolve potential issues in housing related to disparate discrimination involving protected classes by the DCR.

Supreme Court of New Jersey Reversed Dismissal Regarding Emotional Support Animal

October 29, 2024

On March 13, 2024, the Supreme Court of New Jersey reversed the dismissal of a couple’s counterclaim against their condominium association for discrimination. The association had taken legal action against the couple for violating its rules after they adopted a 63-pound dog as an emotional support animal.

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