Davison·Eastman·Muñoz·Paone

What Davison·Eastman·Muñoz·Paone does

Davison·Eastman·Muñoz·Paone, P.A. (DBA: RespondLaw) is a full-service law firm founded in 1988 and headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, with a satellite office in Toms River. The firm employs 20+ attorneys spanning three generations, supported by paralegals and administrative staff, and is led by Managing Principal James A. Paone II alongside CFO/COO Karen Surgent. It provides coordinated legal services across business law and litigation, employment law, municipal law, land use and zoning, construction law, tax/trust and estate planning, HOA and community association law, environmental law, and emerging areas such as digital assets and blockchain. Client segments include entrepreneurs, small and mid-sized businesses, large corporations, nonprofits, and individuals/families throughout New Jersey.

The firm operates on a traditional professional services model, charging professional legal fees across its practice areas. Go-to-market is relationship-driven, relying on referrals, professional reputation, community involvement, and visibility through recognized channels such as Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings, and U.S. News Best Law Firms (consecutive years 2024 and 2025). Marketing channels include blog content, a video library, quarterly newsletter, and an active presence on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Distribution is direct through the two New Jersey offices, with no franchise, affiliate, or remote service model.

The technology stack consists of standard legal practice management tools, online client intake forms, email, and web-based scheduling systems. There is no disclosed AI/ML capability, no proprietary software product, and no external funding. The firm maintains active memberships in the American Bar Association, NJ State Bar Association, Monmouth and Ocean County Bar Associations, multiple chambers of commerce, NJBIA, CAI-NJ, and various community organizations, reinforcing its local community ecosystem position.

Name

Davison·Eastman·Muñoz·Paone

Legal name

Davison Eastman Muñoz Paone, P.A.

Website

https://respondlaw.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Davison·Eastman·Muñoz·Paone, P.A. (DBA: RespondLaw) is a New Jersey full-service law firm founded in 1988, employing 20+ attorneys across two offices in Freehold and Toms River. It serves businesses, municipalities, and individuals in business law, litigation, real estate, employment, estate planning, and emerging areas like blockchain.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Legal Services

NAICS

Offices of Lawyers (541110), Legal Services (5411)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro industry

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Corporate & Commercial Law

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Legal Services

SECONDARYBPAHAAAK

Family & Private Client (Trusts & Estates) Law

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Legal Services

SECONDARYBPAHAAAE

Real Estate & Construction Law

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Legal Services

SECONDARYBPAJAHAG

Commercial/Office Owners Association Management

Business & Public Services/Real Estate Services (Brokerage, Property Management)/HOA/Condominium Association Management

Keywords

• Legal advisory services
• Business law practice
• Estate planning law
• Litigation representation
• Employment law counsel

Headquarters

HQ city

Freehold

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Legal Services - Professional Fees: Traditional law firm revenue model based on professional legal fees charged to clients for legal representation, counseling, and advisory services across all practice areas.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Davison Eastman Muñoz Paone, P.A. is a full-service New Jersey law firm providing coordinated legal services across business law and litigation, employment law, municipal law, land use and zoning, construction law, estate planning, environmental law, HOA and community association law, and emerging areas such as digital assets and blockchain. The firm serves entrepreneurs, small and mid-sized businesses, large corporations, and individuals and families across New Jersey from offices in Freehold and Toms River.

Product overview

Davison Eastman Muñoz Paone, P.A. is a full-service New Jersey law firm providing coordinated legal services across multiple practice areas. The firm operates as a unified legal services platform offering Business Law & Litigation, Employment Law, Municipal Law, Land Use & Zoning, Tax/Trust & Estate Planning, Construction Law, and specialized services including Digital Assets & Blockchain and HOA & Community Association Law. The practice spans corporate transactional work, litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance, serving clients from startups to large corporations throughout New Jersey from offices in Freehold and Toms River.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Law & Litigation Comprehensive legal counsel for entrepreneurs, small businesses, mid-sized companies, and large corporations including business formation, contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and commercial litigation.
• Employment Law Legal services for employers covering workplace policies, discrimination claims, harassment prevention, wage compliance, and employee disputes.
• Municipal Law Legal counsel for municipal governments including regulatory defense, governance matters, and compliance with state and local regulations.
• Land Use & Zoning Expert guidance on subdivisions, site plans, zoning determinations, variances, and land use regulations for commercial and residential development.
• Tax, Trust & Estate Planning Law Estate planning and administration services including wills, trusts, probate, guardianship, and tax planning for individuals and families.
• Construction Law

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• American Bar AssociationminorOthers · 1 January 1988Professional membership organization supporting the legal profession. Firm participates in and supports the ABA as part of its professional affiliation.
• NJ State Bar AssociationminorOthersProfessional association for New Jersey attorneys. Firm maintains membership and supports the association's initiatives.
• Monmouth Bar AssociationminorOthersLocal bar association serving Monmouth County. Firm attorneys participate in association activities and events.
• Ocean County Bar AssociationminorOthersLocal bar association serving Ocean County. Firm maintains active involvement in the association.
• Monmouth Regional Chamber of CommerceminorOthersRegional business chamber of commerce. Firm supports chamber activities and business community initiatives.
• Jersey Shore Chamber of CommerceminorOthersChamber of commerce serving the Jersey Shore region. Firm participates in chamber events and business networking.
• NJBIA (New Jersey Business & Industry Association)minorOthersBusiness association representing New Jersey businesses. Firm supports the association and its advocacy for business interests.
• Community Associations Institute (CAI-NJ)minorOthersProfessional organization for community association professionals. Firm maintains active participation in CAI-NJ for HOA and community association legal practice.
• AutismNJminorOthersAdvocacy organization for individuals with autism. Firm and attorneys support autism-related causes and organizations.
• United Way Monmouth Ocean CountiesminorOthersNonprofit charitable organization serving Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Firm supports United Way initiatives.
• American Red CrossminorOthersHumanitarian organization. Firm supports Red Cross humanitarian efforts and disaster relief.
• EANJ (Employers Association of New Jersey)minorOthersEmployers association providing HR and business support. Firm supports the association as part of its business community involvement.
• NJ Defense AssociationminorOthersAssociation of defense attorneys in New Jersey. Firm attorneys participate in defense-related professional activities.
• CentraState Healthcare FoundationminorOthersHealthcare foundation supporting CentraState Healthcare System. Firm supports healthcare foundation initiatives in the community.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Genova Burns LLC: New Jersey-based mid-size law firm with comparable practice area coverage including labor/employment, real estate, litigation, and corporate matters serving similar regional business clients.
• Giordano Halleran & Ciesla: Mid-size full-service NJ law firm based in Red Bank with comparable practice breadth (corporate, real estate, employment, trusts & estates) and similar Monmouth County footprint, making it the closest direct peer in scale and service mix.
• Saiber LLC: New Jersey-based full-service law firm of comparable size with overlapping practices including business law, litigation, real estate, and regulatory matters serving similar NJ-based business and individual clients.
• Stark & Stark: New Jersey-based multi-practice law firm with comparable size and overlapping practice areas including business law, real estate, estate planning, and litigation, serving similar client base.
• Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. Established New Jersey-based full-service law firm with comparable practice areas including real estate, commercial litigation, employment, and estate planning, serving similar mid-market business and individual clients across NJ.
• McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP: Mid-Atlantic full-service law firm with significant NJ presence and comparable service offerings across business, litigation, employment, real estate, and trusts & estates practices.
• Archer & Greiner, P.C. Full-service regional law firm headquartered in New Jersey with similar multi-office NJ presence and comparable practice area coverage including business, real estate, employment, litigation, and trusts & estates.
• Brach Eichler LLC: Mid-size NJ-based law firm with comparable practice mix including business, healthcare, real estate, and litigation, serving similar entrepreneurial and mid-market clients in the NJ market.
• Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC: New Jersey-based full-service law firm with comparable size and similar practice area breadth including business law, real estate, employment, litigation, and estate planning for NJ-based businesses and individuals.
• Connell Foley LLP: New Jersey-based full-service law firm of comparable size with overlapping practice areas including commercial litigation, real estate, employment, and corporate law serving similar regional clients.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/respondlaw
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCGt1lYGPqpAzKeSjFE_ajFQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/respondlaw
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/respondlaw

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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