Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

Re: My neighbors tree

This is a typical problem and one that should be easy to resolve, depending upon your relationship with the neighbor. It is the neighbor's responsibility to keep the trees clear of infringing on your property or causing damage. If you cannot talk to him to resolve the problem, I suggest sending him a certified letter explaining the problem and suggesting solutions. Give him a short period to respond and resolve the problem (like 2 weeks). If he refuses, you can have the work done and bill him for the costs of trimming and repairing any damage. Unfortunately, in many instances the neighbor refuses to do anything and litigation may be necessary to recover your costs. Do you have a Dispute Resolution Committee is your Town (usually affiliated with your Municipal Court)? If so, and you cannot reach an agreement with your neighbor, such committees (I serve on one for my Town) try to mediate these differences, thus avoiding lawsuits.