Property Tax

When a municipality erroneously assesses your property, the excessive tax burden can have a serious impact on your bottom line.  You could be paying more in property taxes because your property has been overvalued.   Few firms can match FNR in our depth and breadth of experience in this unique area of the law when negotiating with municipalities over the valuation of your property and in securing refunds of overpayments.

Our attorneys are intimately familiar with valuation methods and financial reporting standards for apartments, retail developments, office buildings, industrial plants, equipment, and facilities of all types.  Our firm understands what assessors are thinking and what drives value for tax purposes. Not only do our attorneys know property tax law, we are frequently consulted by state legislators on tax-related issues.

We fight on your behalf

When valuation disputes lead to litigation, we represent clients in appeals and hearings before local boards, tax tribunals and when necessary, appellate courts. Our vast experience in this highly technical field of law allows for us to assemble the most compelling evidence of your property’s value and present it in the most effective manner. When a settlement or alternative dispute resolution is the most practical approach, we will negotiate your case to conclusion.

The tax appeal process is less like a sprint and more like a marathon. Results do not come overnight and it’s important to have experienced and well-respected property tax attorneys working with you to explain the steps and protect your interests along the way.  We have worked and established credibility with many of the local tax assessors and their staff appraisers. These business relationships have come about through mutual respect and the knowledge that we will not bring frivolous cases.

In this unique area of law, there are many deadlines and requirements. It is important that you contact us immediately to discuss your property tax issues and let him determine what can be done for you before any deadlines have elapsed.