Atty. April C. Shearin

Atty. April C. Shearin

April C. Shearin is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal law.

Woodbridge Woodbridge 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About April C. Shearin at a glance

April C. Shearin is a criminal defense and civil rights attorney based in Woodbridge, New Jersey. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2004) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2004). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law, Newark (J.D., 2004) and Duke University (B.A., 1999). Serands clients in Woodbridge, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • April C. Shearin is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal law
  • April C. received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • April C. practices in Woodbridge, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

April C. Shearin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases April C. Shearin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Woodbridge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about April C. Shearin

Where is April C. Shearin's law office located?
April C. Shearin's law practice is located in Woodbridge, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does April C. Shearin handle?
April C. Shearin focuses on criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has April C. Shearin practiced law?
April C. Shearin has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did April C. Shearin go to law school?
April C. Shearin earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact April C. Shearin for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University School of Law, Newark
- 2004
B.A.
Duke University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2004

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