Jonathan Kukin, Employment Attorney in Hackensack, New Jersey
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation
Principal and Co-Chair, Trusts and Estates DepartmentatWinne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C.
Hackensack, NJ
Practicing employment in Hackensack since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Jonathan Kukin is a principal and co-chair, trusts and estates department based in Hackensack, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation. Jonathan has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C..
- Based in
- Hackensack, NJ
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Employment · Estate Planning · Formation
- Handles Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation matters from Hackensack, NJ.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jonathan Kukin: Jonathan Kukin is a principal and co-chair, trusts and estates department based in Hackensack, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation. Jonathan has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jonathan takes on
Jonathan concentrates on employment, estate planning, formation, government, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jonathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Hackensack, New Jersey
Jonathan takes employment matters in Hackensack, 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Hackensack, New Jersey
Jonathan takes estate planning matters in Hackensack, 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Hackensack, New Jersey
Jonathan takes formation matters in Hackensack, 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Hackensack, New Jersey
Jonathan takes government matters in Hackensack, 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Hackensack, New Jersey
Jonathan takes real estate matters in Hackensack, 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jonathan Kukin — employment lawyer in Hackensack
Jonathan Kukin is a principal and co-chair, trusts and estates department based in Hackensack, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation. Jonathan has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C..
Jonathan Kukin is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, administrative law and 3 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.S. degree from Adelphi University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. Jonathan practices at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C. in Hackensack, NJ.
Jonathan's approach to employment cases
Jonathan Kukin is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, administrative law and 3 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.S. degree from Adelphi University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. Jonathan practices at Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C. in Hackensack, NJ.
The kind of cases Jonathan takes
Jonathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, estate planning, and formation matters in Hackensack and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
J.D. New · 1987
Adelphi University
B.S. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Jonathan's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
1988 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1987 · ACTIVE
Jonathan studied at J.D. New in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University and B.S. in Adelphi University.
Law school and academic background
Jonathan completed J.D. New in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University and B.S. in Adelphi University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jonathan runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jonathan's professional memberships and bar associations
New Jersey State, New York State (Member, Taxation Section) and American (Member, Taxation Section Student Division) Bar Associations
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Locations
Jonathan Kukin's office in Hackensack
Jonathan's primary office is at Court Plaza South - East Wing, 21 Main St., Ste. 101, Hackensack, NJ, 07601-0647. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Winne, Banta, Basralian & Kahn, P.C.
Court Plaza South - East Wing, 21 Main St., Ste. 101
Hackensack, NJ 07601-0647
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How to hire Jonathan Kukin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jonathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jonathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan'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; Jonathan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Hackensack, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jonathan
Jonathan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jonathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jonathan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jonathan Kukin
How much does it cost to hire Jonathan for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jonathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jonathan offer a free consultation?
Jonathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jonathan's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jonathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jonathan take my case if I'm outside Hackensack?
Jonathan 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 — Jonathan 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 Jonathan?
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. Jonathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jonathan accepting new employment clients right now?
Jonathan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Hackensack, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
Jonathan handles employment matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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