Robert T. Evers, Elder Law Attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, General, and Health Care · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatMarshall Dennehey
Roseland New, NJ
Practicing elder law in Roseland since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Robert T. Evers is a shareholder based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Elder Law, General, and Health Care. Robert has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Roseland, NJ
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · General · Health Care
- Handles Elder Law, General, and Health Care matters from Roseland, NJ.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Robert T. Evers: Robert T. Evers is a shareholder based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Elder Law, General, and Health Care. Robert has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Robert's practice areas in Roseland
Robert concentrates on elder law, general, health care, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Elder Law
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General
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Health Care
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Elder Law cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Robert takes elder law matters in Roseland, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
General cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Robert takes general matters in Roseland, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Robert takes health care matters in Roseland, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Robert takes medical malpractice matters in Roseland, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Robert takes personal injury matters in Roseland, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Robert T. Evers, elder law attorney serving Roseland
Robert T. Evers is a shareholder based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Elder Law, General, and Health Care. Robert has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Robert works from Roseland, New Jersey and takes on elder law matters across the region.
Robert is the supervising attorney for the Health Care Department in the Roseland office. He focuses his practice on medical and dental malpractice, hospital liability, nursing home liability and state board disciplinary actions. He has handled several hundred medical malpractice actions and has represented physicians, nurses and physical therapists at state board disciplinary hearings.
Robert has successfully obtained favorable trial verdicts in medical negligence and wrongful death cases, including matters involving anesthesiology, radiology, dental, emergency medicine, orthopedics, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and general/vascular surgery. He has taken more than 150 cases to trial, almost all of which were tried to a jury. Ninety percent of Robert's verdicts were defense verdicts, and roughly 25 of his cases ended in a verdict or settlement significantly below the settlement demands.
Robert is admitted to the New Jersey Bar, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. He received his juris doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law in 1990. He is also a 1987 magna cum laude graduate of Monmouth College, where he was a W. R. Hotchkiss Foundation Scholar.
Robert is a member of the Medical Malpractice Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Essex County Bar Association. He has been appointed as special counsel to the state of New Jersey in connection with the defense of medical malpractice claims. He has also lectured before various medical societies.
Honors & awards
The Best Lawyers in America, 'Lawyer of the Year,' Newark, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2024
The Best Lawyers in America, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2023-2026
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New Jersey Super Lawyers
2023-2026
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Year joined
2007
Results
Defense Verdict Secured in a New Jersey Medical Malpractice Case
Health Care Liability
November 24, 2025
We secured a defense verdict on behalf of an oral surgeon in a medical malpractice matter. The plaintiff alleged that our client deviated from accepted standards of care when extracting four wisdom teeth resulting in permanent injury to the inferior alveolar nerve. The jury returned a unanimous verdict for the defense.
Thought Leadership
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2026 New Jersey Super Lawyers And Rising Stars
March 20, 2026
Eight attorneys from Marshall Dennehey’s Mount Laurel and Roseland, New Jersey offices have been selected to the 2026 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
98 Marshall Dennehey Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America
August 20, 2025
Marshall Dennehey is proud to highlight the firm’s 98 attorneys who have been recognized in the 2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. Less than 6% of all practicing lawyers in the U.S.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 20, 2025
Five attorneys from Marshall Dennehey’s Mount Laurel and Roseland, New Jersey offices have been selected to the 2025 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 26, 2024
Six attorneys from Marshall Dennehey’s Mount Laurel and Roseland, New Jersey offices have been selected to the 2024 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
121 Marshall Dennehey Attorneys Recognized in the 2024 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America
August 17, 2023
Marshall Dennehey is proud to highlight the firm’s 121 attorneys who have been recognized in the 2024 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.
Classes/Seminars Taught
Mock Trial: A Continuing Education Program for Physicians and Trial Attorneys, MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey, presented to medical malpractice defense attorneys, April 2018
Risk Management Rounds in Anesthesia, MDAdvantage, March 17, 2015
Mock Trial: A Continuing Education Program for Physicians and Trial Attorneys, MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey, presented to medical malpractice defense attorneys, 2013-2019
Presentation to incoming resident physicians at UMDNJ/Strafford, New Jersey, regarding responsibilities to patients, pitfalls of the medical legal system and tips for avoiding medical/legal issues, Strafford, New Jersey, 2009-2019
The Medical Malpractice Case: The Not So Basic Basics, MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey, presented to medical malpractice defense attorneys, November 2011
Fundamentals of Pre-Trial Practice (defense of medical negligence cases), MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey, presented to medical malpractice defense attorneys, May 2009
How Robert handles elder law matters
Robert is the supervising attorney for the Health Care Department in the Roseland office. He focuses his practice on medical and dental malpractice, hospital liability, nursing home liability and state board disciplinary actions. He has handled several hundred medical malpractice actions and has represented physicians, nurses and physical therapists at state board disciplinary hearings. Robert…
Who Robert represents
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, general, and health care matters in Roseland and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Robert studied and practices
Seton Hall University School of Law
J.D. · 1990
Monmouth College
B.S. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
New Jersey
1990 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Seton Hall University School of Law and B.S. in Monmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Seton Hall University School of Law and B.S. in Monmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Robert's legal honors and published work
Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations & memberships Essex County Bar Association New Jersey State Bar Association, Medical Malpractice Committee
membership
Locations
Robert T. Evers's office in Roseland
Robert's primary office is at 425 Eagle Rock Avenue, Suite 302, Roseland, NJ, 07068. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Robert T. Evers — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Robert. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Roseland.
4.4
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How to hire Robert T. Evers — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert T. Evers
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do elder law cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple elder law 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Roseland?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new elder law clients right now?
Robert'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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