Atty. James C. Haggerty

Atty. James C. Haggerty

James C. Haggerty is a lawyer practicing environmental and toxic tort, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Short Hills Short Hills 68 yrs experience 68 year
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About James C. Haggerty at a glance

James C. Haggerty is a Member based in Short Hills, New Jersey, practicing at Haggerty & Donohue A Professional Association. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1958), New Jersey (1960), U.S. Supreme Court (1977), and New York (1985). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.B., 1958) and Seton Hall University (B.A., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Short Hills, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James C. Haggerty is a lawyer practicing environmental and toxic tort, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • James C. received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • James C. practices at Haggerty & Donohue A Professional Association in Short Hills, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Haggerty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James C. Haggerty 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Insurance Law

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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 Short Hills 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 C. Haggerty

Where is James C. Haggerty's law office located?
James C. Haggerty's law practice is located in Short Hills, New Jersey. The firm is Haggerty & Donohue A Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Haggerty handle?
James C. Haggerty focuses on personal injury, real estate, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James C. Haggerty practiced law?
James C. Haggerty has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did James C. Haggerty go to law school?
James C. Haggerty earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact James C. Haggerty for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James C. Haggerty received?
James C. Haggerty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Georgetown University
- 1958
B.A.
Seton Hall University
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1958
New Jersey
Admitted: 1960
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
New York
Admitted: 1985

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