Atty. James A Russo

Atty. James A Russo

James A Russo is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, corporate law and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

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Profile Summary

About James A Russo at a glance

James A Russo is a Principal based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at James A. Russo. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1978) and New York (1985). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1978) and Fairleigh Dickinson University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A Russo is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, corporate law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices at James A. Russo in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James A Russo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Russo 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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James A Russo is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James A Russo is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James A Russo is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Hackensack 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 James A Russo

Where is James A Russo's law office located?
James A Russo's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is James A. Russo. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Russo handle?
James A Russo focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James A Russo practiced law?
James A Russo has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James A Russo go to law school?
James A Russo earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James A Russo for a consultation?
You can contact James A Russo 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 Russo received?
James A Russo's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1978
B.A.
Fairleigh Dickinson University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1978
New York
Admitted: 1985

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