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Barry Mandelbaum is a founding member and Chairman of the firm and has more than six decades of legal experience. Barry co-chairs the firm’s Real Estate group and concentrates his practice on real estate development, land use, financing and commercial real estate, as well as corporate and transactional law. His corporate and transactional practice involves representing private and public corporations in all aspects of their business, including formation, due diligence, finance, mergers and acquisitions, and governance issues.
Barry was a member of the Governor’s Corporate and Business Law Commission, and the Board of Directors of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield. He was a past director of two NASDAQ-traded firms, Warwick Insurance Managers, Inc. and Growth Bank, Inc., as well as privately held companies.
Barry is currently active in several charitable organizations and serves as a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Real Estate Division of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, a Trustee of the Codey Foundation for Mental Health and a Trustee of the Rubenstein Foundation. Barry serves as the Dinner Chairman for Cerebral Palsy of North Jersey Annual event.
He has been recognized and included on the Best Lawyers in America list*, Who’s Who in American Law, and the New Jersey Super Lawyer list*. In 2019, Barry was recognized as an NJBIZ Icon Award winner for his work growing the law firm, serving clients with dignity and respect for over 57 years and all his charitable endeavors. Barry has also been repeatedly recognized to the Best Lawyer in America® list.
- Essex County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- New Jersey State Bar Association
Best Lawyers in America list*
Who’s Who in American Law
New Jersey Super Lawyer list*
NJBIZ Icon Award winner, 2019
Best Lawyer in America® list
- Commercial Lending (Chair)
- Real Estate (Co-Chair)
- Land Use, Zoning and Redevelopment
- Columbia Law School, LL.B., Bachelor of Law, 1961
- Colgate University, B.A., Magna cum laude, 1958
- Phi Beta Kappa
Deal Alert: Barry R. Mandelbaum represented Warren Village and Atlantic Health Systems on a Land Use Application and secured a Use Variance and Site Plan Approval
September 7, 2023
In August, Barry R. Mandelbaum represented the Owner, Warren Village and Atlantic Health Systems on a Land Use Application and secured a Use Variance and Site Plan Approval to permit Atlantic Health System to operate a full-service health care facility in a former Kings Grocery Store. The required parking variance and the use variance permitting […]Deal Alert: As reported in the current issue of the Mid Atlantic Real Estate Journal (MAREJ), congratulations to our client Valley Bank, as well as SJP Properties, Scotto Properties and Gensler on the recent deal to bring the new Valley Bank headquarters to Speedwell Avenue in Morristown, NJ.
June 9, 2022
Mandelbaum Barrett PC Chairman Barry R. Mandelbaum, Esq. and Partner Deborah Greene, Esq. recently closed on this large transaction.The CCO – The Newest Burden for Real Estate Owners
November 12, 2024
In the 1970’s, I remember when Brendan Byrne was running for Governor and had law partner, Marty Greenberg, asked me to form a committee called “Builders for Byrne” to support Brendan’s campaign. No sooner did Byrne become Governor then he gave New Jersey its first Department of Environmental Protection, resulting in numerous calls from my […]A Journey Through Time: Embracing Technology in Law
August 8, 2024
The journey from manual typewriters and carbon copies to the digital age highlights the unique nature of the legal field and the importance of adapting to technological innovations. As we continue to navigate through an era of rapid technological change, Barry's reflections are a reminder of the progress made and the potential for future advancements. The legal profession, much like many other fields, stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation, constantly evolving to meet the demands of a digital world.The Importance of Standing Firm in Real Estate Negotiations
July 19, 2024
Ultimately, Barry's persistence paid off. Shortly after the deal closed, a sewer moratorium was indeed enacted. Thanks to the foresight and insistence on that critical clause, the client was protected from financial strain during the development halt. To this day, the client remains with the firm and often recounts how Barry's tenacity saved the project.Winning a Murder Case with no Courtroom Experience
June 11, 2024
Barry's clarity and conviction in the courtroom guided the jury to a verdict of not guilty, marking a significant triumph in his burgeoning career. Word of his success soon spread, catching the attention of the Monmouth County Division of the Gambino family. Immersed in the world of organized crime, Barry navigated its intricacies, earning the respect of figures like Big Russo and Little Russo.Trusting Instincts: Barry Mandelbaum’s Unique Approach to Hiring
May 28, 2024
In a recent discussion, Barry R. Mandelbaum, Chairman of Mandelbaum Barrett PC, shared insights into talent recognition, highlighting his unconventional hire of Peter Tanella, a former education lawyer now Partner. Barry stressed the significance of instinct and values in assessing candidates, advocating for a holistic approach to recruitment.18 of our attorneys have been selected for the 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers® list, and 5 were named to the 2024 New Jersey Rising Stars® list.
March 25, 2024
Mandelbaum Barrett PC is delighted to share that 18 of our attorneys have been selected for the 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers® list, and 5 were named to the 2024 New Jersey Rising Stars® list. We are proud to work alongside such an exceptional team. Special shout out to Andy R. Bronsnick for making the Top […]22 Attorneys Named to 2024 Best Lawyers List
August 17, 2023
Mandelbaum Barrett PC is proud to announce that 22 lawyers were recognized to the 2024 Best Lawyers list. At Mandelbaum Barrett PC, we have always strived for excellence and have consistently sought to uphold the highest standards of legal practice. This recognition serves as a reminder of our ongoing mission to provide unparalleled legal representation […]21 Mandelbaum Barrett PC Attorneys Named to 2023 New Jersey Super Lawyers Lists
May 11, 2023
Congratulations to the Mandelbaum Barrett PC attorneys selected to the New Jersey Super Lawyers & Rising Stars lists that were just announced today. We think our team is pretty super too! Learn more about this award and the methodology used by Thomson Reuters here. No aspect of this award or advertisement has been approved by […]Mandelbaum Barrett PC is proud to announce 17 of our attorneys have been named to the Best Lawyers in America 2023 list.
August 18, 2022
15 years of recognition: Barry R. Mandelbaum, Steven Adler, Jeffrey M Rosenthal and Michael Saffer 10 years of recognition: Jeffrey Cappola, Gordon C. Duus, Arthur D. Grossman, Owen T. Hughes and Barry Schwartz William Barrett, David Carton, Damian Conforti, Rebecca Frino, Raj Gadhok, Martin D. Hauptman, Esq., Steven Holt and Lynne Strober *No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey or the American […]Mandelbaum Barrett PC is pleased to announce that fourteen of our attorneys have been selected by their peers to the New Jersey Super Lawyers List* for 2022.
March 17, 2022
Steven Adler, Michael Bevacqua, Andrew Bronsnick (**10th year as Super Lawyer and on the Top 100 list), Arla D. Cahill, David Carton, Damian Conforti, Doug Eilender, Raj Gadhok, Arthur Grossman, Barry Mandelbaum, Richard Miller, Michael Saffer, Robert C. Scrivo, Lynne Strober. In addition, the Firm is excited to announce that four of our attorneys were named to the Rising Stars list for 2022, which recognizes the top up-and-coming […]Mandelbaum Barrett PC Announces the Appointment of Craig W. Alexander, Esq. as Co-chair of the Firm's Real Estate Practice Group
January 26, 2022
Mandelbaum Barrett PC is pleased to announce that Craig W. Alexander, Esq. has been named Co-Chair of the Firm's bustling Real Estate Department. He will work closely with Co-Chair Barry R. Mandelbaum in this role.15 Mandelbaum Barrett PC Attorneys Selected for the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America
August 20, 2020
15 Mandelbaum Barrett PC Attorneys Selected for the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America The latest edition of The Best Lawyers in America includes fifteen Mandelbaum Barrett PC attorneys, representing a wide cross-section of the firm’s full-service capabilities, including commercial litigation, employment law, family law, white collar criminal defense, real estate, tax, bankruptcy […]Barry Mandelbaum Recognized as NJBIZ 2019 Icon Award Winner
July 16, 2019
Congratulations to Barry Mandelbaum, founding member of the Firm and Chairman of the Board, for being recognized as a NJBIZ 2019 Icon Award winner. Barry is being recognized for his work growing the law firm, serving clients with dignity and respect for over 57 years and all of his charitable endeavors. We're so excited that you are being honored for all your outstanding work throughout the years! To read more about this award, click here.Barry Mandelbaum Discusses Firm's Real Estate Group in Real Estate NJ's Spotlight Issue
April 11, 2019
Barry R. Mandelbaum, Chair of Mandelbaum Barrett PC's Real Estate Practice Group and co-founder of the Firm, highlights how the Firm's 89-year history provides a unique experience for their clients in Real Estate NJ's Spotlight Issue. Click here to read more.Real Estate NJ Spotlight on Barry Mandelbaum and the History of The Firm
October 25, 2018
Check out Real Estate NJ’s article on our Firm’s Real Estate Practice, led by Barry Mandelbaum, which has spanned generations and touched countless lives. We are proud of our strong ties within the real estate community and value the relationships we’ve formed over the last 88 years. Click here to read the full article.