Eric Alvarez focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation for clients involved in business, real estate, construction, and franchise disputes in New Jersey and New York state and federal courts. Additionally, Eric represents businesses in employment litigation, whether that involves allegations of discrimination or theft of trade secrets.
- Obtained summary judgment on behalf of real estate developer in breach of contract action against adjoining property for unpaid use of client’s property, resulting in trial on damages.
- Obtained summary judgment in partnership dispute regarding purchase of land for development in Florida, which involved questions of both New Jersey and Florida law.
- Successfully resolved dispute stemming from $10 million sale of business for full value of claim.
Admissions
- New Jersey
- New York
- U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
- U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Community Involvement
- Zoning Board of Adjustment, Somerville, New Jersey
Education
- J.D., cum laude, Seton Hall University School of Law, 2013
- B.A., cum laude, Philosophy, Villanova University, 2009
Honors
- Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch distinction in Commercial Litigation, 2021-2023, Litigation -Banking and Finance, 2021-2023, Litigation – Labor and Employment, 2021-2023, Product Liability Litigation – Defendants, 2021-2023
- Super Lawyers® Rising Stars, 2023