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New Jersey Municipal Law
Author:
Sarah L. Swan
(Author)
New Jersey Municipal Law examines the structure, powers and responsibilities of municipal governments across New Jersey, offering practical guidance on governance, finance and local operations.
Publisher: Matthew Bender
International Order InquiryNew Jersey Municipal Law serves as a vital resource for attorneys, municipal officials and legal scholars working with or within New Jersey’s local governments. This treatise offers clear, actionable insight into how municipalities are created, governed and held accountable under state law.
Beginning with a foundational overview of New Jersey’s local government structure, the book unpacks critical doctrines such as Dillon’s Rule and Home Rule, then moves into essential areas of municipal function—including finance, public services, employment law, land use and emergency response.
Coverage includes:
- Municipal budgets, taxation and fiscal oversight
- Public utilities, sustainability programs and essential services
- Employment systems, labor laws and civil service rules
- Contracting practices, procurement laws and disputes
- Transparency, ethics and anti-corruption statutes
- Land use planning, zoning and redevelopment powers
- Litigation exposure, tort liability and constitutional claims
- Emergency management and public safety governance
Special attention is given to the Faulkner Act, direct democracy mechanisms and the evolving legal landscape facing local governments. A final chapter addresses emerging trends, including public notice innovations and digital governance challenges.
Updated annually, this softbound volume keeps legal practitioners aligned with current state law and policy developments impacting New Jersey’s municipal framework.
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