Atty. Daniel James Harris
Daniel James Harris is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, financial reorganization and creditors' rights, advertising, corporate / incorporation and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from The George Washington University, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Advertising & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ · 17+ Years Experience
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About Daniel James Harris at a Glance
Daniel James Harris is an Of Counsel based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on formation, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New Y (2009) and California (2013). Educated at Pace University - New York J.D. (—) and The George Washington University B.A. (—). Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel James Harris
- Daniel James Harris is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, financial reorganization and creditors' rights, advertising, corporate / incorporation and 1 other area of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from The George Washington University, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Daniel practices at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. in Newark, NJ
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Daniel James Harris's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel James Harris handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.
Business Formation in Newark
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Newark
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Daniel James Harris is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Newark
Daniel James Harris is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in New Jersey →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Newark
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark
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 Newark 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 venue, 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.
Newark Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Newark-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Newark Choose Daniel James Harris
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel James Harris's practice in the field of formation, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel James Harris brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New Y and California, Daniel James Harris can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, Daniel James Harris can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Newark
A Newark-based practice means Daniel James Harris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel James Harris Handles in Newark
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel James Harris has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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