Atty. Jack Scher

Atty. Jack Scher

Jack Scher is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, taxation, trusts and estates. Jack received a B.A. degree from City College of the City of New York in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Jack Scher at a glance

Jack Scher is a Member based in Waldwick, New Jersey, practicing at Jack Scher. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, tax, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S. Tax Court (1978), and New Jersey (1981). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1975) and City College of the City of New York (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Jersey State and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Waldwick, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jack Scher is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, taxation, trusts and estates
  • Jack received a B.A. degree from City College of the City of New York in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Jack practices at Jack Scher in Waldwick, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Jack Scher's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Insurance Law

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

Jack Scher is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Waldwick 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 Jack Scher

Where is Jack Scher's law office located?
Jack Scher's law practice is located in Waldwick, New Jersey. The firm is Jack Scher. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jack Scher handle?
Jack Scher focuses on trusts, tax, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Jack Scher practiced law?
Jack Scher has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Jack Scher go to law school?
Jack Scher earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Jack Scher for a consultation?
You can contact Jack Scher directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jack Scher received?
Jack Scher's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1975
B.A.
City College of the City of New York
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1978
New Jersey
Admitted: 1981

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