About Jerry Fitzgerald
Jerry Fitzgerald English is an attorney specializing in environmental law at Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C., located in Summit, New Jersey. With over 60 years of legal experience, she has developed a robust practice focusing on various aspects of environmental law. Her expertise includes Brownfields transactions, policyholder insurance coverage, regulatory issues, and Superfund matters. Additionally, she handles ISRA compliance, permits, wetlands, air and water quality issues, and private party disputes. English also provides defense in regulatory matters, showcasing her knowledge of the legal field. Her academic journey began at Stanford University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1956.
She continued her education at Boston College Law School, obtaining her Juris Doctor in 1963. After passing the bar exam, she was admitted to practice in New Jersey in 1965. That same year, she was also admitted to the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, starting a distinguished legal career. Throughout her professional life, English has held several significant positions that underscore her influence in both law and public policy. She served as a State Senator, where she contributed to legislative initiatives. In addition, she was counsel to the New Jersey Senate and legislative counsel to Governor Brendan Byrne.
Her commitment to environmental issues led to her appointment as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Furthermore, she was appointed by Governor Byrne as a Commissioner of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, further solidifying her role in shaping environmental policy. English's involvement in the legal community extends beyond her practice. She is an active member of the American Bar Association, where she co-chairs the Sub-Committee on Condemnation/Eminent Domain. Her leadership roles also include serving as a trustee for the Federal Bar Association and as president of the Justice Stewart G. Pollock Environmental American Inn of Court.
These positions reflect her dedication to advancing the field of environmental law and mentoring the next generation of attorneys. Her contributions to environmental law have not gone unnoticed. In 1982, English was honored as Alumni of the Year by Boston College Law School, recognizing her impact on the legal community. In 2008, The Urban Land Institute named her Land Use Educator of the Year for her graduate seminar in Environmental Problem Solving at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Additionally, from 2007 to 2018, she was recognized by Super Lawyers as a top-rated environmental attorney in New Providence, New Jersey, highlighting her reputation as a leader in her field.
