Wendy H. Smith, Construction Attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatMarshall Dennehey
Roseland New, NJ
Practicing construction in Roseland since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Wendy H. Smith is a senior counsel based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Health Care. Wendy has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Roseland, NJ
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Health Care
- Handles Construction, General, and Health Care matters from Roseland, NJ.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Wendy H. Smith: Wendy H. Smith is a senior counsel based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Health Care. Wendy has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Wendy takes on
Wendy concentrates on construction, general, health care, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wendy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Product Liability
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Construction cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Wendy takes construction 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Wendy 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Wendy 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Wendy takes litigation 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Wendy takes product liability 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Wendy H. Smith — construction lawyer in Roseland
Wendy H. Smith is a senior counsel based in Roseland, NJ. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Health Care. Wendy has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Wendy has practiced in the area of construction defect/architects and engineers litigation for more than 30 years, representing general contractors, subcontractors and design professionals. She is an experienced litigator who has tried matters in state and federal courts and has handled innumerable mediation and arbitration proceedings. Wendy has also handled numerous multi-party construction defect/architects and engineers and complex product liability actions, including class actions.
In 1978 Wendy graduated from Smith College with an A.B. in economics and received her juris doctor from Boston University School of Law in 1981. She served as law secretary to the Honorable Charles R. DiGisi, J.S.C., during the 1981-1982 court term.
Wendy was admitted to New Jersey and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey in 1981 and was admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court in 1985. She is a member of the Bergen County, Essex County, New Jersey and American Bar Associations.
Honors & awards
AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
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New Jersey Super Lawyer
2006-2009, 2018; Top 50 Female Lawyers, 2006-2007
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New Jersey Top Rated Lawyer
2012-2013
New Jerseys Women Leaders in the Law
2013
Year joined
2000
Thought Leadership
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2018 New Jersey Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
March 19, 2018
Eleven attorneys from the New Jersey offices of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin have been selected to the 2018 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Wendy's approach to construction cases
Wendy has practiced in the area of construction defect/architects and engineers litigation for more than 30 years, representing general contractors, subcontractors and design professionals. She is an experienced litigator who has tried matters in state and federal courts and has handled innumerable mediation and arbitration proceedings. Wendy has also handled numerous multi-party construction…
Clients Wendy works with
Wendy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and health care matters in Roseland and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts
J.D. · 1981
Smith College
A.B. Economics · 1978
Jurisdictions
Wendy's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S District Court o
1981 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1981 · ACTIVE
Wendy studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts and A.B. Economics in Smith College.
Law school and academic background
Wendy completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts and A.B. Economics in Smith College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wendy runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Wendy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Wendy's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations & Memberships • American Bar Association • Bergen County Bar Association • Essex County Bar Association • New Jersey Bar Association • New Jersey Defense Association
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Locations
Wendy H. Smith's office in Roseland
Wendy'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 Wendy H. Smith — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Wendy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Roseland.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Wendy H. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wendy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Wendy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy'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; Wendy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Wendy
Wendy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Wendy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Wendy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Wendy H. Smith
How much does it cost to hire Wendy for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wendy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Wendy offer a free consultation?
Wendy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Wendy's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple construction 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. Wendy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Wendy take my case if I'm outside Roseland?
Wendy 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 — Wendy 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 Wendy?
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. Wendy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Wendy accepting new construction clients right now?
Wendy'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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