Zealous. Determined. Relentless.

At Forman Holt, our commercial litigators are as skilled in business counseling as they are in litigation. We understand that every commercial litigation matter has both a legal and business dimension.

We also recognize that litigation is both expensive and time consuming. Therefore, we advise our clients of the risks inherent in litigation and any alternatives to the litigation process. Sometimes, disputes can only be resolved through court intervention. In these instances, Forman Holt’s litigators are known for their vigorous and aggressive representation.

Solving the complexities of a client’s case is our goal in every case. We will get the job done efficiently and within budget. – Erin J. Kennedy, Member, Forman Holt

You can trust that our litigators are accomplished in the discovery process, at taking depositions, in arguing motions, navigating settlement negotiations, at trial, on appeal, and in post-judgment collection. Our attorneys routinely appear in both state and federal courts throughout the United States. We conduct cases efficiently but thoroughly, while keeping our clients informed at all relevant states of the process.

We have extraordinary success rates in obtaining judgments and other remedies for our clients. However, a judgment does not always ensure a recovery.   Our attorneys use both pre-judgment and post-judgment procedures to levy assets and collect judgments, to enforce security interest, to safeguard and liquidate collateral and to obtain injunctive relief and appointments of receivers and examiners.

We do not give up until we have exhausted all possible avenues of collection.

Our skilled commercial litigators are ready to address you with your business problems with experience, creativity and insight. Because of our commercial experience, we find innovative business solutions that other attorneys might overlook in a litigation context. We work closely with our clients to define both legal and business objectives. We then deliver on these strategies in a thoughtful and timely manner.

  • Multi-jurisdictional practice
  • Adept at business counseling
  • A record of success in collection matters
  • Solid collective expertise in bankruptcy-related litigation and general commercial litigation
  • Familiarity with many industries ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations
  • Reputation for efficient case management and saving clients substantial fees

Forman Holt Named to "Best Law Firms" 2023

Forman Holt has been ranked in the 2023 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list for the New Jersey region in two bankruptcy-related practice areas. 

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Forman Holt Members Confirm Ammon Labs Chapter 11 Plan

The Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization for Ammon Labs was confirmed in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey.

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Charles M. Forman Named to 2023 Best Lawyers List

Managing Member of the firm Charles M. Forman, awarded the prestigious Lawyer of the Year recognition in back-to-back years (2020 & 2021), has been named to The Best Lawyers in America® list for 2023.

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NJBLF Recognized by Legal Services of NJ

The New Jersey Bankruptcy Lawyers Foundation, led by the Foundation’s President Charles M. Forman, received the William J. Brennan, Jr. Citation for Justice from Legal Services of New Jersey for providing emergency funds that support LSNJ’s clients through challenging times.

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All Forman Holt Members Recognized by Super Lawyers

All of the firm’s members have been named to the prestigious Super Lawyers list in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023, an honor reserved for only 5% of lawyers in each state.

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Charles M. Forman Appointed to NJIT Board of Overseers

The New Jersey Institute of Technology has appointed Forman Holt attorney Charles M. Forman, an alumnus of the University, to its Board of Overseers.

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Charles M. Forman Recognized By Chambers and Partners

Mr. Forman’s eighth consecutive year receiving that honor, he is ranked in “Band 2” in Chambers’ bankruptcy/restructuring category.

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Charles M. Forman Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

The NJ Law Journal named Charles Forman as recipient of their 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award. The committee considers which individuals helped to shape the law in NJ, through their work on the bench, in-house or building a firm.

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