Souder Law Group

Souder Law Group Helping clients in NY, NJ, and throughout the Northeast with real estate, personal injury, employment law, and education law needs.

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their co...
05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and legacy remind us of the freedoms we are privileged to protect and uphold.

From all of us at Souder Law Group, we wish you a meaningful Memorial Day.

Newark’s lead water crisis was not just a public health failure. It was a lesson in accountability.Our newest blog looks...
05/22/2026

Newark’s lead water crisis was not just a public health failure. It was a lesson in accountability.

Our newest blog looks at what the crisis revealed about aging infrastructure, oversight, legal action, and the role advocacy plays when communities are left carrying the consequences of systemic failure.

This is an important read for anyone thinking about Newark, public trust, and what responsible leadership should look like in practice.

Read the full blog here:
https://www.souderlawgroup.com/post/newark-s-lead-water-crisis-and-what-it-taught-us-about-accountability

Newark is growing. The real question is whether that growth is happening fairly.Our latest blog explores the tension bet...
05/15/2026

Newark is growing. The real question is whether that growth is happening fairly.

Our latest blog explores the tension between redevelopment and environmental justice, and why growth cannot come at the expense of the same communities that have carried Newark’s environmental burdens for decades.

If redevelopment is going to shape Newark’s future, it has to do more than build. It has to protect, include, and account for the people already here.

Read the blog on our website:
https://www.souderlawgroup.com/post/redevelopment-in-newark-must-reckon-with-environmental-justice

New Jersey changed the game when it passed the nation’s strongest Environmental Justice Law, and Newark is one of the pl...
05/08/2026

New Jersey changed the game when it passed the nation’s strongest Environmental Justice Law, and Newark is one of the places where that law matters most.

Our latest blog breaks down what this law actually means for development in overburdened communities, why Newark sits at the center of the conversation, and why environmental justice is now a major legal and redevelopment issue, not just a policy talking point.

Read the full blog here: https://www.souderlawgroup.com/post/what-new-jersey-s-environmental-justice-law-means-for-newark-development

At Souder Law Group, we know the law is not just about rules on paper. It is about shaping the places where people live,...
05/01/2026

At Souder Law Group, we know the law is not just about rules on paper. It is about shaping the places where people live, work, invest, and build community.

We are proud to use the law as a tool for advocacy, thoughtful development, and long-term impact.

Because when used well, the law does not just protect what exists. It helps create what is possible.

Newark is one of the clearest environmental justice case studies in the country, and the legal stakes could not be highe...
04/30/2026

Newark is one of the clearest environmental justice case studies in the country, and the legal stakes could not be higher.

From the lead water crisis to the Ironbound’s ongoing fight against concentrated pollution, Newark shows what happens when redevelopment, public health, infrastructure, and community advocacy collide.

Our latest blog explores why environmental justice is no longer a side conversation in New Jersey real estate, land use, and redevelopment law. It is central to the future of how cities grow.

Read the full blog on our website.
https://www.souderlawgroup.com/post/newark-and-the-future-of-environmental-justice-in-new-jersey

You are cordially invited to the:RE-ELECTION FUNDRAISER FORCOUNCILWOMANAMINA BEYHosted by:Everett Johnson, Esq, BarbaraM...
04/22/2026

You are cordially invited to the:
RE-ELECTION FUNDRAISER FOR
COUNCILWOMAN
AMINA BEY

Hosted by:
Everett Johnson, Esq, Barbara
Martinez, Calvin Souder, Esq &
Jermaine James

Thursday, April 23, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Just Fish Lounge
27 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ, 07102

Friend ~ $150
Supporter ~ $500
Host ~ $1,000

Please scan the QR code to donate or
make checks payable to:
Amina Bey for Council
PO Box 58, Newark, NJ 07101

For more information, call 862-858-0002

In Newark, that power belongs to the community that's been fighting for clean air, clean water, and environmental justic...
04/22/2026

In Newark, that power belongs to the community that's been fighting for clean air, clean water, and environmental justice for decades.

- 1 in 4 Newark children has asthma.
- Newark children are hospitalized at 30× the national rate.
- 4 Superfund sites. 629 contaminated sites.

And yet — Newark also produced:
→ The national model for lead pipe replacement
→ The first municipal EJ ordinance in the nation (2015)
→ The first state EJ law that can actually say NO to polluters

This is what power looks like. This is our planet.

Happy Earth Day from Souder Law Group — Newark's real estate and redevelopment law firm. 💛

Big congratulations to Calvin Souder on being named to the ROI-NJ Influencers: Power List 2026 | Real Estate.This recogn...
03/24/2026

Big congratulations to Calvin Souder on being named to the ROI-NJ Influencers: Power List 2026 | Real Estate.

This recognition reflects the kind of work that matters most: helping shape development conversations with clarity, strategy, and a deep understanding of how real estate decisions impact communities.

We’re proud to see Calvin recognized among the voices influencing the future of real estate in New Jersey.





https://www.roi-nj.com/2026/03/09/roi-influencers/power-list/2026-power-list/real-estate-2026/roi-influencers-power-list-2026-real-estate-calvin-souder/?utm_content=sked_69bb10367a24ccc64cfb785c&utm_medium=social&utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook

03/24/2026

Another well-deserved recognition for Calvin Souder, named to the ROI-NJ Influencers Power List 2026: Real Estate. This is his third straight year on the list, reflecting the continued impact of his work in real estate, land use, and development throughout New Jersey. We also want to congratulate the many other respected professionals recognized on this year’s list. It is encouraging to see so many leaders across the industry being acknowledged for the work they are doing to shape communities and move New Jersey forward.
https://www.roi-nj.com/2026/03/09/roi-influencers/power-list/2026-power-list/real-estate-2026/roi-influencers-power-list-2026-real-estate-calvin-souder/?utm_content=sked_69bb11e87a24ccc64cfb7eaf&utm_medium=social&utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook

Heads up: there’s a sophisticated scam going around targeting land use applicants.People with matters pending before pla...
03/06/2026

Heads up: there’s a sophisticated scam going around targeting land use applicants.

People with matters pending before planning and zoning boards are getting emails that look like they’re from the board, asking them to wire an application review or approval fee. The emails often include detailed property and project information, and may even come with an invoice displaying the municipal seal to make the request look legitimate.

Do not send money based on an email alone. Always verify any payment request directly with your attorney or the municipality before taking action. If you receive something like this, do not respond and contact your land use attorney right away.

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