Overview

Windels Marx is a full service, midsize law firm headquartered in New York, New York, with offices in New Brunswick and Madison, New Jersey, and Stamford, Connecticut. We have 150+ lawyers across more than 20 practice areas, the largest of which by volume of business are financial transactions, real estate, litigation, and bankruptcy. We serve a myriad of domestic and foreign clients, including banks and financial institutions, insurance companies, pharmaceutical companies, manufacturers, non-profit entities, and government sponsored enterprises. Learn more at www.windelsmarx.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Threads or Twitter @WindelsMarx.

Founded:
1830
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Practice Areas:
56
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
30

Rankings

National

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National Ranking
Public Finance Law
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Real Estate Law
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1
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Trusts and Estates
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2
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Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
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3
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Banking and Finance Law
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3
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Corporate Law

Regional

New Jersey

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New Jersey
Banking and Finance Law
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New Jersey
Construction Law
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1
New Jersey
Corporate Law
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1
New Jersey
Government Relations Practice
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New Jersey
Insurance Law
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New Jersey
Litigation - Intellectual Property

Firm Leadership

Robert J. Luddy
Managing Partner

Rankings

National

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1
National Ranking
Public Finance Law
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1
National Ranking
Real Estate Law
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1
National Ranking
Trusts and Estates
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2
National Ranking
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
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3
National Ranking
Banking and Finance Law
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3
National Ranking
Corporate Law

Regional

New Jersey

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1
New Jersey
Banking and Finance Law
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1
New Jersey
Construction Law
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1
New Jersey
Corporate Law
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1
New Jersey
Government Relations Practice
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1
New Jersey
Insurance Law
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New Jersey
Litigation - Intellectual Property
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1
New Jersey
Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
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1
New Jersey
Litigation - Patent
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1
New Jersey
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
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1
New Jersey
Public Finance Law
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New Jersey
Real Estate Law
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2
New Jersey
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
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2
New Jersey
Commercial Litigation
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2
New Jersey
Environmental Law
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2
New Jersey
Land Use and Zoning Law
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2
New Jersey
Litigation - Insurance
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2
New Jersey
Litigation - Real Estate
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2
New Jersey
Patent Law
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3
New Jersey
Corporate Governance Law
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3
New Jersey
Health Care Law

New York City

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1
New York City
Leisure and Hospitality Law
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1
New York City
Public Finance Law
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1
New York City
Real Estate Law
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1
New York City
Trusts and Estates
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2
New York City
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
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3
New York City
Litigation - Bankruptcy

Practice Areas

Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 23 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Advertising Law
  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Commercial Finance
  • Commercial Finance Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
  • Construction Law
  • Corporate Governance Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Economic Development Law
  • Education Law
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Environmental Law
  • Equipment Finance Law
  • Finance
  • Financial Services Regulation Law
  • Government Contracts
  • Government Relations Practice
  • Health Care Law
  • Insurance Law
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • International Arbitration - Commercial
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Leisure and Hospitality Law
  • Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Litigation - Bankruptcy
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Environmental
  • Litigation - Health Care
  • Litigation - Insurance
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
  • Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Litigation - Patent
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Mediation
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
  • Nonprofit / Charities Law
  • Patent Law
  • Public Finance Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Securities / Capital Markets Law
  • Tax Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Transportation Law
  • Trusts and Estates

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf LLP proudly has 30 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Firm News

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Offices & Contacts

New York, NY
New Brunswick, NJ
120 Albany Street Plaza, Sixth Floor
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
United States
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