Cory Mitchell Gray, Business Attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Florham Park, NJ
Practicing business in Florham Park since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Cory Mitchell Gray is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Cory has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Florham Park, NJ
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Florham Park, NJ.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Cory Mitchell Gray: Cory Mitchell Gray is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Cory has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cory takes on
Cory concentrates on business, general, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Cory takes business matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cory agrees to represent you.
General cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Cory takes general matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cory agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Cory takes litigation matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cory agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Cory takes real estate matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cory agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cory Mitchell Gray — business lawyer in Florham Park
Cory Mitchell Gray is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Cory has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Cory Mitchell Gray is a commercial litigator representing clients nationally in all aspects of commercial real estate, commercial lending, litigation and counseling, including complex multi-party commercial actions, title and lien priority issues, commercial tenancy disputes, loan workouts and foreclosures, business fraud and land use. Mr. Gray is a former special assistant district attorney in Manhattan and a former public defender in New Jersey. He has litigated in numerous states and foreign countries, and has handled cases from inception to trial (having tried numerous cases to verdict) to ultimate disposition in the U.S. and New Jersey Supreme Courts.
Mr. Gray is co-author of the New Jersey chapter of the ABA treatise Commercial Lending Law and a contributing author of New Jersey Law and Practice, USA Regional Real Estate 2019, Chambers and Partners, and he has been an instructor at the Rutgers University Center for Government Services, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning & Public Policy. Mr. Gray has been lead counsel in two of the largest real estate foreclosures in New Jersey involving scores of assets and debt in excess of $650 million. Among numerous other reported and unreported cases in which Mr. Gray has represented lenders, developers and title insurers are: United Jersey Bank v. Kensey, 306 N.J. Super. 540 (App. Div. 1997)(a widely cited case outlining a lender’s lack of duty to borrowers in most lending situations); Kane Mitigation LLC v. Earthmark NJ Kane Mitigation Barrier, LLC, 2016 WL 4546302 (Ch. 2017)(a matter of first impression involving lien priority among mortgagee, holder of title through foreclosure sale and ground lessee); Argonaut Development Group, Inc. v. SWH Funding Corp, 150 F.Supp.2d 1357 (D.Fla. 2001)(obtained summary judgment for lender on multiple counts of fraud and breach of joint venture agreement); In re Jersey Tractor Trailer Training, Inc., 580 F.3d 147 (3rd Cir. 2009)(obtained reversal of bankruptcy and district courts’ rulings re: waiver of UCC rights under loan documents); Citibank v. The Singer Company, 684 F.Supp. 382 (S.D.N.Y. 1988)(obtaining preliminary injunction for lender as to collateral).
Concentrations
•Complex commercial litigation
•Real estate litigation and litigation avoidance counseling
•Lending and factoring litigation, transactions and workouts
•Land use and planning
•Appellate advocacy
The attorney is providing legal services through and affiliated with Greenberg Traurig, LLP, a New York Limited Liability Partnership. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation - Real Estate, 2023-2026
•Member, Winning Team, New Jersey Law Journal’s ' General Litigation Department of the Year, ' 2024
•Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Real Estate - Litigation, 2017 and 2022
•Team Member, Benchmark Litigation’s “New Jersey Law Firm of the Year,” Shortlisted, 2022, 2024
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New Jersey Super Lawyers, 2010-2012 and 2014-2022
•Team Member, a Law360 “Hospitality Practice Group of the Year,” 2021
•Team Member, Chambers & Partners USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2017 and 2022
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers , Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Banking & Finance - Litigation, 2017
•Team Member, The American Lawyer’s “Regional Litigation Department of the Year - New Jersey,” Finalist, 2019
•Member, Winning Team, New Jersey Law Journal’s ' General Litigation Department of the Year ' award, 2013
•Team Member, Lexology’s Client Choice Award USA & Canada, United States: New Jersey, 2013
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 (15 Consecutive Years)
How Cory handles business matters
Cory Mitchell Gray is a commercial litigator representing clients nationally in all aspects of commercial real estate, commercial lending, litigation and counseling, including complex multi-party commercial actions, title and lien priority issues, commercial tenancy disputes, loan workouts and foreclosures, business fraud and land use. Mr. Gray is a former special assistant district attorney in…
Who Cory represents
Cory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Florham Park and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. 1987 Moot Court Honors
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Rutgers College - New Brunswick
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Cory's state bar admissions
Hawaii
2009 · ACTIVE
Cory studied at — in Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. 1987 Moot Court Honors and B.A. in Rutgers College - New Brunswick.
Law school and academic background
Cory completed — in Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. 1987 Moot Court Honors and B.A. in Rutgers College - New Brunswick. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cory runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Cory has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Cory's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Trustee, The Newark Museum
2015-2019) •Member, American Bar Association, Advisory Panel (2012-2013) •Member, American Bar Association, Section on Litigation •Attorney for City of Rahway, Zoning Board of Adjustment and Planning Board (1994-2007) •Officer, Rahway Youth Soccer Associa · membership
Locations
Cory Mitchell Gray's office in Florham Park
Cory's primary office is at 500 Campus Drive, Suite 400, Florham Park, NJ, 07932. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
500 Campus Drive, Suite 400
Florham Park, NJ 07932
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Client reviews of Cory Mitchell Gray — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Cory. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Florham Park.
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How to hire Cory Mitchell Gray — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cory's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cory
Cory discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cory Mitchell Gray
How much does it cost to hire Cory for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cory offer a free consultation?
Cory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cory's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Cory's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cory take my case if I'm outside Florham Park?
Cory is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cory will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cory?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cory accepting new business clients right now?
Cory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Florham Park, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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