Atty. James B Sharp
James B Sharp is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil, general liability and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Florham Park, NJ · 51+ Years Experience
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About James B Sharp at a Glance
James B Sharp is a Partner based in Florham Park, New Jersey, practicing at Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1975). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1975) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A. Political, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Advocate, Essex County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Trial Attorneys of New Jersey New Jersey Defense Association American Board of Trial Advocates. Serves clients in Florham Park, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James B Sharp
- James B Sharp is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil, general liability and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
- James practices at Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP in Florham Park, NJ
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James B Sharp's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B Sharp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Florham Park.
Medical Malpractice in Florham Park
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Civil Litigation in Florham Park
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James B Sharp is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →
Appellate Practice in Florham Park
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
James B Sharp is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Florham Park
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 Florham Park 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.
Florham Park Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Florham Park-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Florham Park Choose James B Sharp
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James B Sharp's practice in the field of medical malpractice, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James B Sharp brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, litigation, and appellate, James B Sharp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Florham Park
A Florham Park-based practice means James B Sharp attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James B Sharp Handles in Florham Park
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