When Can You Legally Evict a Commercial Tenant in NJ?

Evicting a commercial tenant in New Jersey is not as simple as changing the locks or sending a warning letter. Even with a lease in place, commercial landlords must follow specific legal steps—or risk delays, lawsuits, or financial loss.

How To Approach It

You need a strategic legal approach to protect your property and enforce your lease. A qualified attorney can help you identify if you have valid grounds for eviction, and how to avoid potential counterclaims from tenants.

Months behind on rent
Operating a business outside of your lease agreement
Refusing to vacate after lease expiration
Violating zoning or code laws

Why Commercial Evictions Are Complex

Business tenants fight harder—and often have more legal protections—than residential tenants. If your lease isn’t airtight or if notice is improperly served, your eviction case could be delayed or dismissed. Tenants may try to:

Claim the eviction is retaliatory
File for bankruptcy to delay removal
Demand costly buyouts or threaten litigation

Commercial leases typically involve large sums of money, personal guarantees, and high-value properties. The risk is greater—but so is the reward if handled properly. An experienced commercial landlord attorney understands the nuances and can help you act decisively.

Our Proven Process for NJ Commercial Evictions

At Sammarro & Zalarick, we follow a results-driven approach designed to minimize downtime and protect your bottom line. Here’s what to expect when you hire us:

Lease Review & Risk Assessment: We analyze your lease terms, identify breach points, and assess risks.
Legal Notices & Documentation: We draft and deliver the proper notices in accordance with your lease and NJ law.
Court Filing & Representation: We handle the entire court filing process and represent you in eviction proceedings.
Judgment & Lockout Execution: Once we secure a judgment, we coordinate with the sheriff for legal lockout.
Post-Eviction Strategy: We advise on recovering back rent, securing damages, and re-tenanting the space.

Common Reasons for Commercial Eviction in New Jersey

There are several legally valid reasons to remove a commercial tenant, including:

Chronic late or non-payment of rent
Unauthorized alterations or subletting
Operating a different type of business than agreed upon
Failure to maintain liability insurance
Causing damage to the property or becoming a nuisance

Who We Represent

We serve commercial landlords throughout Garfield, Bergen County, Passaic County, and across New Jersey. Our clients include:

Retail property owners
Office building landlords
Warehouse and industrial property managers
Mixed-use development landlords
Medical and franchise space owners

Whether you’re dealing with a single tenant or managing a multi-unit portfolio, we can provide tailored legal guidance to meet your specific needs.

Why Choose Our Garfield-Based Law Firm?

Over 40 years of combined experience in NJ landlord-tenant law
Aggressive but strategic approach to litigation
Transparent communication and fixed-fee options available
Local knowledge of Bergen County courts and procedures

We don’t just process paperwork—we partner with you to ensure your property is protected and profitable.

Let’s Take Action Today

If your commercial tenant is violating their lease, delaying rent, or becoming a liability to your property or business, it’s time to explore your legal options.

The sooner you involve a qualified commercial eviction attorney, the more power you retain in negotiating a swift and successful resolution.

We’re here to protect your investment—starting today.

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Commercial Tenant Eviction Lawyer in New Jersey

If your business tenant has stopped paying rent, breached your lease, or refuses to vacate, our Garfield-based commercial landlord attorneys are ready to act fast.