Atty. James A. Gibbons

Atty. James A. Gibbons

James A. Gibbons is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal litigation, personal injury and 5 other areas of law.

Wilkes-Barre Wilkes-Barre 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Gibbons at a glance

James A. Gibbons is an Of Counsel based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1983) and Pennsylvania (1983). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1982) and University of Scranton (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wilkes-Barre, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James A. Gibbons is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal litigation, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • James A. received a B.S. degree from University of Scranton in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James A. practices in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Gibbons's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James A. Gibbons is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James A. Gibbons is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James A. Gibbons is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James A. Gibbons is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilkes-Barre are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Gibbons

Where is James A. Gibbons's law office located?
James A. Gibbons's law practice is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Gibbons handle?
James A. Gibbons focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James A. Gibbons practiced law?
James A. Gibbons has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James A. Gibbons go to law school?
James A. Gibbons earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact James A. Gibbons for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Gibbons 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 James A. Gibbons received?
James A. Gibbons's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1982
B.S.
University of Scranton
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1983
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983

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