- Eminent Domain & Condemnation
- Environmental Due Diligence, Transactional, Redevelopment
- Environmental Litigation
- General Counsel, Special Counsel, Government Procurement and Contract Services
- Housing
- Litigation
- Real Estate and Land Use
- Redevelopment & Long Term Tax Exemption
- Regulatory (Permitting, Waste Management, Water Quality/Supply)
Education
Widener University School of Law, J.D.
The College of New Jersey, B.A.
Bar Admissions
State of New Jersey
State of New York
United States District Court of the District of New Jersey
Honors
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, 2024
Biography
William P. Opel concentrates his practice in litigation, general counsel and redevelopment matters. As a member of the Firm’s litigation practice group, he has been involved in matters pertaining to real estate disputes, redevelopment projects, construction matters, corporate shareholder disputes, environmental claims and commercial litigation involving both public and private entities. As general counsel to the City of Lambertville and the City of Perth Amboy, Bill is managing litigation, redevelopment, employment and general municipal matters. Through his experience in municipal government, Bill is able to advise clients on complex governmental issues.
Prior to joining the firm, he served as Assistant City Attorney for the City of Bayonne, where he focused his attention on various aspects of municipal law. In addition, he served as Municipal Prosecutor and as Counsel to the Alcoholic Beverage Commission and the Bayonne Historic Preservation Commission.
Bill received his J.D. from Widener University School of Law in 2011 and his B.A. in English from The College of New Jersey in 2007.
News
Perth Amboy's $200M Waterfront Revitalization Starts with Sea Gate
A major revitalization project brings new development and revenue opportunities to Perth Amboy's waterfront.
Rethinking Waste Management for a Sustainable NJ
Did you know that NJ's recycling industry contributes $6 billion annually to our economy and employs 27,000 people? However, over 90% of plastics still aren’t recycled, highlighting the urgent need for smarter waste management solutions.