​CHRISTOPHER GILLIN-SCHWARTZ, ESQ.
1252 NJ Route 109
Cape May, NJ 08204
p: (609) 884-0153
​e: [email protected]

Chris adheres to a firm set of principles: always lead the case, focus on results, steer toward solutions, and apply a tactical/results-oriented approach to every matter.

Chris developed this approach through years of hands-on experience.  

​After graduating from law school with honors, Chris immediately began work as a litigator for a prominent regional law firm. He trained with a team of experienced trial attorneys and handled multiple jury trials in State and Federal Courts. During that time, Chris spearheaded numerous "underdog" court battles against large corporations, insurance companies, government agencies, and "big box" stores.

In 2016, his peers in the Cape May County Bar Association awarded him "Young Lawyer of the Year". In 2018, at age 31, Chris became a Partner in his firm. 


In 2020, Chris founded his own firm, Gillin-Schwartz Law, where he continues to apply his unique brand of advocacy and counsel for a diverse range of clients and practice areas.

Chris maintains an active trial practice and is able to draw on that perspective and experience when guiding clients toward their intended goals. 

PUBLIC APPOINTMENTS & SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY:

In addition to his private advocacy, Chris is an experienced municipal attorney, serving as the Solicitor (general counsel) for the City of Cape May and Solicitor for the Sea Isle City Zoning Board of Adjustment. Prior to those appointments, Chris served as Solicitor for the Borough of West Cape May.

In addition, Chris provides general counsel to Condominium Associations and helps private applicants navigate government approvals. In all cases, Chris prides himself on responsiveness, thorough preparation, and fierce advocacy for his clients. 

Chris is an active member of the local and State bar associations. In 2023, he served as President of the Cape May County Bar Association. 

When he is not working, Chris is an avid musician, ice hockey player, and dedicated traveler.  

BAR ADMISSIONS:

New Jersey, 2012 
Pennsylvania, 2012 
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, 2013 

EDUCATION:

J.D., Cum Laude, Delaware Law School - Widener University - 2012 
B.A., Mount Saint Mary’s University, Emmittsburg, MD – 2008 

HONORS:
2023 President of the Cape May County Bar Association
2022 "Rising Star" - Super Lawyers
2019 “Rising Star” – New Jersey Association of Justice (NJAJ) 
​2016 Young Lawyer of the Year – Cape May County Bar Association

IN THE NEWS:

pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/lower-township-again-renews-club-license-over-dep-objection/article_e7f48860-2273-11ee-879d-bf892b4956f7.html

www.inquirer.com/news/new-jersey/capemay-club-dep-sunsetbeach-fish-wildlife-beach--20220611.html

www.nj.com/news/2022/07/jersey-shore-fishermens-club-founded-in-1940s-faces-eviction-by-nj-dep.html

APPELLATE ADVOCACY:

Watts v. Farinella, Appellate Division - Superior Court of New Jersey, Docket No. A-1505-21 (2024) (Successfully reversing trial court judgement and affirming the grantor's intent for a life estate deed). CKET NO. A-1505-21

5 Perry Street v. Southwind Props., LLC, Appellate Division - Superior Court of New Jersey, Docket No. A-0178-15T2 (2017) (Affirming Judgement of ownership to an innocent third-party purchaser at Sheriff's Sale).  


State v. Patel, Appellate Division - Superior Court of New Jersey, Docket No. A-1888-14T4 (2016) (Reversing conviction for resisting arrest).

Lugo v. City of Atlantic City, Appellate Division - Superior Court of New Jersey, Docket No. A-1474-14T3 (2016) (Reversing a lower court's pre-trial dismissal of case).

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CHRISTOPHER GILLIN-SCHWARTZ, ATTORNEY AT LAW
GILLIN SCHWARTZ LAW, LLC
1252 NJ ROUTE 109
CAPE MAY, NJ 08204

​(609) 884-0153