Atty. Douglas S Eakeley

Atty. Douglas S Eakeley

Douglas S Eakeley is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 6 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Oxford University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Roseland Roseland 53 Years Experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas S Eakeley at a glance

Douglas S Eakeley is a Partner based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Lowenstein Sandler LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, civil rights, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1973) and New Jersey U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Cir (1979). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1972) and Oxford University (B.A. Jurisprudence, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas S Eakeley is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 6 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Oxford University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Douglas practices at Lowenstein Sandler LLP in Roseland, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas S Eakeley's Areas of Practice

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

Class Action

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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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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Roseland 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 S Eakeley

Where is Douglas S Eakeley's law office located?
Douglas S Eakeley's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Lowenstein Sandler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas S Eakeley handle?
Douglas S Eakeley focuses on class action, litigation, civil rights, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Douglas S Eakeley practiced law?
Douglas S Eakeley has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Douglas S Eakeley go to law school?
Douglas S Eakeley earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. Jurisprudence, 1970).
How can I contact Douglas S Eakeley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas S Eakeley received?
Douglas S Eakeley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1972
B.A. Jurisprudence
Oxford University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
New Jersey U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Cir
Admitted: 1979

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