Atty. Douglas Matthew Risen

Atty. Douglas Matthew Risen

Douglas Matthew Risen is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, consumer protection, corporate governance & shareholder rights and 1 other area of law. Douglas Matthew received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Margate City Margate City 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (609) 862-7286

Profile Summary

About Douglas Matthew Risen at a glance

Douglas Matthew Risen is a business, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Margate City, New Jersey. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1998) and New Jersey (1998). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1997) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1994). Serves clients in Margate City, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Matthew Risen is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, consumer protection, corporate governance & shareholder rights and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas Matthew received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Douglas Matthew practices in Margate City, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Matthew Risen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Matthew Risen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 Margate City 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Matthew Risen

Where is Douglas Matthew Risen's law office located?
Douglas Matthew Risen's law practice is located in Margate City, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Matthew Risen handle?
Douglas Matthew Risen focuses on business, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Douglas Matthew Risen practiced law?
Douglas Matthew Risen has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Douglas Matthew Risen go to law school?
Douglas Matthew Risen earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Douglas Matthew Risen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1997
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1998
New Jersey
Admitted: 1998

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