Attorneys

At McKirdy, Riskin, Olson & DellaPelle, P.C., our attorneys are dedicated to one thing – the zealous representation of our clients’ interests in eminent domain, redevelopment, and property tax assessment matters. Where the valuation of real property in legal proceedings is the question, our attorneys have the answers.

John H. Buonocore, Jr.

John H. Buonocore, Jr.
Noted eminent domain attorney John Buonocore’s clients depend on his knowledgeable, blue-chip advocacy to shepherd them successfully through the eminent domain process and secure for them the highest compensation for the taking of their property....

Anthony F. DellaPelle, CRE

Anthony F. DellaPelle, CRE
Present and former clients, as well as other attorneys in New Jersey and around the country, refer eminent domain, condemnation, redevelopment, and real estate tax appeal cases in New Jersey to Anthony DellaPelle for a singular reason. Because they...

Matthew J. Erickson

Matthew J. Erickson
Matthew Erickson is a business-minded advocate who brings an aggressive, innovative, and results-oriented approach to all of his cases. Prior to joining the firm, Matthew provided businesses and individuals with a wide range of tax services as part...

Joseph W. Grather

Joseph W. Grather
Joseph Grather works diligently and knowledgeably to win favorable results for his clients, defending them against the governmental exercise of the power of eminent domain. He successfully manages the difficult and time-consuming process clients...

Edward D. McKirdy – In Memoriam

Edward D. McKirdy – In Memoriam
In Memoriam (1936-2018) Edward D. McKirdy, a noted property rights attorney, lecturer and author for more than 50 years, passed away on January 6, 2018 at the age of 81.  Widely regarded and nationally recognized as a leading authority on eminent...

Thomas M. Olson

Thomas M. Olson
With over 35 years of legal experience, Tom Olson has helped thousands of property owners achieve a fair and proper result when faced with condemnation or real estate tax assessment disputes and appeals. Offering aggressive, practical legal counsel,...

Michael Realbuto

Michael Realbuto
  Michael Realbuto is an associate focused on eminent domain and property tax appeal matters. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Stuart A. Minkowitz, Assignment Judge of the Superior Court of New...

Harry J. Riskin

Harry J. Riskin
Harry J. Riskin has devoted his law practice to the area of real estate value litigation and the defense of property rights for property owners for over 50 years.   Results-oriented and deeply experienced, Mr. Riskin knows eminent domain law...