Reviews

My experience with James and the firm was frustrating and unprofessional. Communication was terrible—I had to constantly follow up for updates, and even then, responses were slow and unclear. Worse, there were multiple errors in the legal documents, which could have caused serious issues if I hadn’t caught them myself. On top of that, I was overcharged for services that were not properly handled in the first place. I expected a knowledgeable and reliable lawyer, but instead, I was left with costly mistakes and unnecessary stress. I definitely would not recommend working with this firm,

Jim was refereed by was a close friend regarding a family matter issue that was was later dismissed as such a matter would have been handles by any other lawyer for a fraction of the price. My experience with Jim and this awful firm was utterly disheartening and frustrating, to say the least. I sought legal representation to navigate through family law matters, hoping for a compassionate and diligent professional to advocate for my interests. Unfortunately, Jim fell short in every aspect. From the outset, their lack of emotional support was glaring. The intricacies of family law cases require sensitivity and understanding, qualities that were alarmingly absent in their approach. Instead of providing reassurance or empathetic guidance during a challenging time, Jim seemed indifferent and detached, while stating "just sign the deal and get it over with" while unwilling to further negotiate the terms. Moreover, their representation demonstrated a blatant disregard for my best interests. Critical decisions were made without adequately considering the nuances of my matter or my desired outcomes. It was evident that they were more interested in a swift resolution, neglecting to prioritize the fundamental aspects that were important to me and my family. Attempting to negotiate terms with Jim proved to be an uphill battle. His unwillingness to engage in meaningful discussions or consider alternative solutions was both disappointing and concerning. Communication was strained, and attempts to reach a consensus on crucial matters were met with resistance and an unwillingness to compromise. Jim would go ghost for 2-3 with no response to texts, calls or emails. For example, the other party had sent him an email around 4pm but he forwarded me the email at 11pm and to follow up the next day, while the court date was the following date. Adding insult to injury, Jim repeatedly failed to follow through on promises, including moving court dates, exacerbating an already distressing situation. This lack of professionalism and commitment further exacerbated the stress and uncertainty surrounding my case. Upon talking to him about the agreement, he refused to move the court date when I had requested stating "just get it over with it and move on". In addition, we had made changes to the agreement and the other party accepted majority of it. But Jim refused to make further changes in the agreement stating "its just word, I'm not going to fight over a few words", he well knows if words were just words then I wouldn't in the legal situation that I was in. In summary, entrusting Jim with my family law matters was a regrettable decision. Their subpar emotional support, failure to prioritize my best interests, reluctance to negotiate, and inability to fulfill basic obligations culminated in a deeply unsatisfactory experience. I would caution anyone seeking legal representation in family law to steer clear of Jim and explore other options more committed to their clients' well-being and interests.

James and Natalie went above and beyond the handle my personal injury claim. Even though it was a relatively low profile case for the firm, they dedicated that time and effort to reach the best possible settlement. It was always a pleasure working the Spector Foerst team and I would happily recommend them to friends and family.

I used Jim Foerst for my home purchase. It was not an easy transaction as the sellers were handling their family estate, and emotions were running high. It was a neglected property and the home inspection summary had no less than 100 items that needed to be addressed. Jim was tough when warranted, yet cool and collected when dealing with me. His excellent guidance and advise were integral in keeping this deal together. I trust him implicitly and recommend him without reservation.

I recently retained Mr. Foerst for a case and I couldn't be happier. His attention to detail and the way in which his firm responded to my every need was second to none. I never felt as though my case wasn't important and he would return phone calls in a timely manner. I was very nervous and anxious about details of my case and Mr. Foerst always put my mind at ease. I would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Foerst and his firm to family and friends.

I used James when purchasing my first property. When I first spoke to him on the phone, he seemed like a bulldog that would get the job done and go to bat for me, so I went with him. First impressions can really be misleading. My case was given to someone of less experience, but James was CCed on all of the E-Mails. They were so non-responsive that my mortgage broker made numerous comments to me asking what is up with my lawyer? It got to the point where it became a joke during the process. They offered little to no advise during the process, which is something I desperately needed since it was my first rodeo. When we closed, James did not even stop by to say hi even though I was in his office. This would have been the polite thing to do as I am a client. After closing, I followed up with a question regarding some items we reviewed during the closing process. Of course there was no response. I guess because they already had my money.. I would choose "my cousin Vinny" over this guy.

Finished our closing, guidance changed as we were in the closing proceedings from what was previously advised to us, then this team turned the other cheek when we had major issues with the purchase resulting from fraudulent sellers disclosure. Go elsewhere.

Jim, and Tim; Thank you for all your help on and around the July 28th court date. Tim, your professionalism and approach was especially appreciated and thank you for the favorable result in your communication with the prosecutor. And Jim, I appreciate you agreeing to work with me and for your support throughout the process. In the event anyone that I know on a personal or professional level would stand to benefit from professional and well-prepared firm, you gentlemen would be at the top of my list. Thanks again and hope you both have a fantastic remainder of the summer and beyond. Sincerely, Sam S

I used Jim Foerst for a Real Estate closing before and was very pleased with his professionalism. After I had been rear ended at a traffic light and was injured, I called Jim again for his expertise. He advised me and helped me navigate through the insurance claims processes and got the claim settled for me. I now consider Jim Foerst to be my family attorney and recommend him highly.

Jim and his team were top notch - from the initial attorney review period to the actual closing. Jim explained the process early on, walked us through the paperwork and more importantly, made sure we understood each document we were presented with. He and his team were very responsive to our many questions along the way. Thanks for the excellent service.

Two years ago my good friend got into a car accident by a driver who ran a stop sign. The best thing that she needed at that time was a referral to a great attorney. My girlfriend has told me repeatedly that Jim has given her excellent advice and most importantly, is looking out for her legal interests. While my friend continues to suffer from her injuries, she doesnt have to worry about getting the best legal representation available. Thanks for being there, Jim!

I have met Jim about three years ago after becoming a BNI member in Westfield NJ. I have found Jim to be honest, sincere and knowledgeable. He is someone I can depend on and entrust my family and close friends to, when his help is required. I have on a regular basis come across situations where an attorneys help and advise is required and I do not hesitate to refer Jim.