
Eric J. Appelbaum, General Attorney in Hampton, New Jersey
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on General and Product Liability
PartneratThomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP
Hampton New, NJ
Practicing general in Hampton since 1998.
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Eric J. Appelbaum is a partner based in Hampton, NJ. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Eric has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP.
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- Hampton, NJ
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- General · Product Liability
- Handles General and Product Liability matters from Hampton, NJ.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric J. Appelbaum: Eric J. Appelbaum is a partner based in Hampton, NJ. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Eric has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Eric J. Appelbaum
Eric concentrates on general and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Hampton, New Jersey
Eric takes general matters in Hampton, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Hampton, New Jersey
Eric takes product liability matters in Hampton, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Eric J. Appelbaum — Over 28 years of New Jersey general experience
Eric J. Appelbaum is a partner based in Hampton, NJ. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Eric has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP.
Eric J. Appelbaum is a lawyer practicing construction, surety & design professionals, general liability, product liability. Eric J. received a degree from CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Study of Federal Courts, and has been licensed for 28 years. Eric J. practices at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP in Hampton, NJ.
How Eric handles general matters
Eric J. Appelbaum is a lawyer practicing construction, surety & design professionals, general liability, product liability. Eric J. received a degree from CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Study of Federal Courts, and has been licensed for 28 years. Eric J. practices at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP in Hampton, NJ.
Who Eric represents
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and product liability matters in Hampton and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Eric J. Appelbaum's legal education and bar admissions
Touro Law School
J.D. · 1998
CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Study of Federal Courts Temple University
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania U.S. Di
1999 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1998 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. in Touro Law School and B.A. in CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Study of Federal Courts Temple University.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in Touro Law School and B.A. in CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Study of Federal Courts Temple University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Eric's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations & Memberships Philadelphia County Bar Association Court-Appointed Arbitrator, Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas Temple University, CLA Alumni Board Member
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Locations
Eric J. Appelbaum's office in Hampton
Eric's primary office is at Perryville Corporate Park, Perryville III, Suite 117, 53 Frontage Road, Hampton, NJ, 08827. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP
Perryville Corporate Park, Perryville III, Suite 117, 53 Frontage Road
Hampton, NJ 08827
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How to hire Eric J. Appelbaum — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Hampton, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric J. Appelbaum
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple general 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Hampton?
Eric 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 — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new general clients right now?
Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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