Atty. Douglas S Brierley

Atty. Douglas S Brierley

Douglas S Brierley is a lawyer practicing fraud, litigation, appellate practice and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Morristown Morristown 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas S Brierley at a glance

Douglas S Brierley is a Partner based in Morristown, New Jersey, practicing at Brierley & Humick, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on litigation, consumer, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1974), U.S. Supreme Court (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1982), and New York (1983). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1974) and Duke University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Morris County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Morristown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas S Brierley is a lawyer practicing fraud, litigation, appellate practice and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Douglas practices at Brierley & Humick, LLP in Morristown, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas S Brierley's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Morristown 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 Douglas S Brierley

Where is Douglas S Brierley's law office located?
Douglas S Brierley's law practice is located in Morristown, New Jersey. The firm is Brierley & Humick, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas S Brierley handle?
Douglas S Brierley focuses on litigation, consumer, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Douglas S Brierley practiced law?
Douglas S Brierley has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Douglas S Brierley go to law school?
Douglas S Brierley earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Douglas S Brierley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas S Brierley received?
Douglas S Brierley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1974
B.A.
Duke University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2007

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