Atty. Frederic S Kessler

Atty. Frederic S Kessler

Frederic S Kessler is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appellate practice, land use law and 4 other areas of law. Frederic received a A.B. degree from Brandeis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Elizabeth Elizabeth 48 Years Experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Frederic S Kessler at a glance

Frederic S Kessler is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Elizabeth, New Jersey. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, zoning, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1978), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1978) and Brandeis University (A.B., 1975). Serves clients in Elizabeth, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Frederic S Kessler is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appellate practice, land use law and 4 other areas of law
  • Frederic received a A.B. degree from Brandeis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Frederic practices in Elizabeth, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Frederic S Kessler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederic S Kessler 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.

Frederic S Kessler is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Land Use & Zoning

Frederic S Kessler is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

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

Frederic S Kessler is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Frederic S Kessler is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Elizabeth 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 Frederic S Kessler

Where is Frederic S Kessler's law office located?
Frederic S Kessler's law practice is located in Elizabeth, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederic S Kessler handle?
Frederic S Kessler focuses on business, zoning, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Frederic S Kessler practiced law?
Frederic S Kessler has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Frederic S Kessler go to law school?
Frederic S Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1975).
How can I contact Frederic S Kessler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1978
A.B.
Brandeis University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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