Atty. Carmel J Decker

Atty. Carmel J Decker

Carmel J Decker is a lawyer practicing employment law, public entity/civil rights law, commercial & business law and 3 other areas of law. Carmel received a B.S. degree from Montclair State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Hackensack Hackensack 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Carmel J Decker at a glance

Carmel J Decker is a Counsel based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Harwood Lloyd, LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, construction, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1982), United States District Court, District of New Jersey (1982), and New York (1989). Educated at Seton Hall Law School (J.D., 1981) and Montclair State University (B.S., 1978). Active member of MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS Legal •Federal Bar Association •Bergen County Bar Association •Professional Liability Underwriting Society •Women In Aviation International. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carmel J Decker is a lawyer practicing employment law, public entity/civil rights law, commercial & business law and 3 other areas of law
  • Carmel received a B.S. degree from Montclair State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Carmel practices at Harwood Lloyd, LLC in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Carmel J Decker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carmel J Decker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Hackensack 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 Carmel J Decker

Where is Carmel J Decker's law office located?
Carmel J Decker's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Harwood Lloyd, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carmel J Decker handle?
Carmel J Decker focuses on employment, business, construction, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Carmel J Decker practiced law?
Carmel J Decker has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Carmel J Decker go to law school?
Carmel J Decker earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Carmel J Decker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall Law School
- 1981
B.S.
Montclair State University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1982
United States District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1989

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