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Welcome to North Star Title

Your Trusted Partner in Commercial & Residential Title Insurance

At North Star Title, we set the standard for excellence in title insurance and settlement services. Whether you’re closing a commercial or residential transaction, our experienced team ensures a seamless, secure, and efficient process. With a commitment to integrity, innovation, and outstanding service, we are the title agency you can rely on.

Title Insurance

Protecting your most important investments.
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Title Searches & Abstracting

Uncovering and resolving potential issues with clarity and confidence.
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Closing and Settlement Services

Ensuring a stress-free closing experience tailored to your unique needs.
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Escrow Services

Keeping your funds secure and your transaction seamless with trusted, efficient service.
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Solutions for Everyone’s Journey

Every single transaction is unique. That’s why we offer specialized services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

Homebuyers & Sellers

Empowering individuals and families with seamless, stress-free transactions.
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Real Estate Agents

Partnering with professionals to streamline deals and build lasting client relationships.
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Attorneys

Our title and settlement services provide the efficiency and accuracy you need to close deals smoothly.
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Lenders

Providing precision and reliability to keep your transactions on track.
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Builders & Developers

Offering comprehensive support for complex commercial and development projects.
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Our people are our greatest strength

We foster an employee-centric culture backed by a team of motivated, detail-oriented professionals who go above and beyond to ensure your needs are met. It’s a simple idea–when we take care of our employees, they’re empowered to take the best care of you—a sentiment that we saw the big title insurance agencies completely missing.

These are the faces behind the details, the solutions, and the trust that define us. 

The Knowledge You Need, Right Here

We believe informed clients make confident decisions. That’s why we offer these comprehensive resources to guide you through every step of the process.

Our Underwriters

At North Star Title, we partner with the industry’s leading title insurance underwriters to provide our clients with the highest level of security, reliability, and expertise in every transaction. Our trusted underwriting partners—Fidelity National Title, First American Title Insurance Company, and CATIC—offer financial strength and national reach, ensuring smooth and secure closings for all types of real estate transactions.

By working with these top-tier underwriters, North Star Title ensures every transaction is backed by financial strength, regulatory compliance, and expert underwriting support.

Fidelity National Title

Fidelity National Title is one of the largest and most respected title insurance underwriters in the nation. With a strong financial foundation and decades of industry experience, Fidelity provides the resources and support necessary to facilitate seamless transactions, ensuring buyers, sellers, and lenders are protected every step of the way.

First American Title Insurance Company

First American Title has been a leader in the title insurance industry for over a century, offering innovative solutions and superior underwriting expertise. With a commitment to protecting property rights and ensuring transaction security, First American is a trusted name in real estate settlements across the country.

CATIC

CATIC is a regional title insurance underwriter known for its attorney-focused approach and dedication to personalized service. As a strong and experienced underwriter, CATIC provides flexible, responsive title insurance solutions, giving real estate professionals the confidence and security they need to close transactions efficiently.

We’re Here to Help—Let’s Connect

Have questions or ready to get started? The team at North Star Title is here to provide the guidance, expertise, and support you need. Whether you’re navigating your first title, managing a complex project, or simply exploring your options, we’re just a call or message away. Let us know how we can assist you, and together, we’ll make your real estate journey seamless and successful.

Phone

732.589.7250

Email

info@northstartitle.com

Dave Rickenbach

With decades of experience in the title industry, Dave has had the privilege of learning the business from the ground up. He has held nearly every role – from taking lunch orders and working in the file room to typist, examiner, processor, manager, and now CEO. This diverse experience has given him a unique perspective and a significant advantage in solving complex issues, whether they arise during a real estate transaction or in running a company.​
 
Over the course of his career, Dave has overseen operations for more than 200,000 real estate closings. That breadth of experience has allowed him to encounter and resolve nearly every type of challenge the industry can present. He is proud to say that these experiences have not only sharpened his problem-solving skills but also shaped his approach to leadership and decision-making. Raised with the belief that every decision should be guided by two simple yet powerful questions: “What’s the right thing to do?” and “What’s fair to everyone involved?”, Dave embodies these principles in his professional life.​
 
One of his proudest professional moments was working alongside his father as he built the largest title agency in New Jersey – a foundation of knowledge and values Dave carries with him today. Now, he is excited to take everything he has learned and build something even greater, alongside a passionate and talented team.​
 
Outside of work, Dave serves as Treasurer for the New Jersey Land Title Association, aiming to give back to an industry that has given so much to him. Personally, he loves spending time with his family, especially his son Eddie, who never fails to brighten his day. A competitive person by nature, Dave has a love for sports, except maybe golf, as it can prove to be incredibly frustrating!​
 
His goal is to grow a company that not only succeeds but also helps and helps improve the lives of all involved. In short, Dave strives to do what he loves, with people he loves, while making a meaningful difference.

Scott Jakubowski, Principal, President, North Star Title Agency LLC

Scott Jakubowski is the Principal and President of North Star Title, bringing over 35 years of experience in sales and relationship building, with more than two decades in sales management, ownership, and leadership. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to driving growth, fostering strong partnerships, and finding creative solutions to complex challenges.

Scott takes pride in working closely with clients and teams to deliver results that not only meet but exceed expectations. Passionate about collaboration, he believes that integrity and innovation are the foundation of any successful endeavor. He finds great fulfillment in helping others succeed and witnessing those around him reach their full potential.

Outside of work, Scott enjoys spending time on the golf course, exploring new interests, and cherishing moments with his wife, Kelly, and their three sons—Lukas, Max, and Chase. Their two dogs, Madison and Frankie, also keep the family on their toes.

Driven by a love for his work and a commitment to making a difference, Scott remains dedicated to his clients, his team, and the people he has the privilege of working with.

Peter Casey Wall, CTP
Chief Operations Officer, North Star Title Agency LLC

Casey is the Chief Operations Officer at North Star Title Agency LLC, bringing over 22 years of experience in the title insurance industry and more than 30 years of management expertise. As a Certified Title Professional (CTP), Casey has a proven track record of excellence in both residential and commercial title insurance examining.

Casey’s career is distinguished by his leadership roles, including serving as Past President of the New Jersey Land Title Association (NJLTA) and Past Agency Section Chair of the NJLTA. He is also a member of the Title Insurance Liaison Committee to the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance and hosts the Past Presidents Podcast of the NJLTA. Additionally, Peter is a Trustee and Instructor for the New Jersey Land Title Institute.

With extensive experience in building and managing title production departments, Casey is well-versed in IT, cybersecurity, and related issues. His skills and dedication have made significant contributions to the industry.

Outside of his professional life, Casey enjoys spending time with his family and walking his two dogs. He is passionate about cooking, reading, movies, and music. Peter believes that everyone can achieve greatness if they believe in themselves, and he strives to be that supportive person for as many people as possible.
Feel free to connect with Peter via email at casey@northstartitle.com or call him at 732-887-5567.

Dan Merlino, Principal, President, North Star Title Agency LLC

Dan is a Principal and President of North Star Title Agency. He has spent well over two decades immersed in the world of title insurance — helping buyers, sellers, realtors, attorneys and lenders navigate the complexities of real estate transactions with confidence. What started as a job quickly became a passion.

Over the years, Dan has built long-term lasting relationships in the industry — becoming a trusted resource for clients, title salespeople, industry partners and colleagues alike. He has successfully led and managed sales teams, with a commitment to supporting and empowering his teams to reach their full potential. He strongly believes that fostering partnerships, inspiring collaboration and innovation and delivering exceptional service are the keys to long-term success in the title industry.

With all his years of experience and a drive to keep pushing forward, Dan remains passionate about helping people open new doors—both literally and figuratively. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about closing deals—it’s about opening possibilities.

When Dan isn’t navigating the world of title insurance, you can find him spending time with his family, weekends with his sons on the travel baseball circuit, walking his dog, traveling and passionately trying to play the game of golf.