Atty. James D Carton

Atty. James D Carton

James D Carton is a lawyer practicing defense litigation, estate litigation, banking and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Villanova University in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years.

Manasquan Manasquan 65 yrs experience 65 year
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About James D Carton at a glance

James D Carton is a Member based in Manasquan, New Jersey, practicing at Carton Law Firm, L.L.C.. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1961) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1961). Educated at Seton Hall University (LL.B., 1961) and Villanova University (B.S., 1956). Active member of Monmouth County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations New Jersey Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Manasquan, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James D Carton is a lawyer practicing defense litigation, estate litigation, banking and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Villanova University in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • James practices at Carton Law Firm, L.L.C. in Manasquan, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James D Carton's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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

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Business & Corporate Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Manasquan 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 D Carton

Where is James D Carton's law office located?
James D Carton's law practice is located in Manasquan, New Jersey. The firm is Carton Law Firm, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D Carton handle?
James D Carton focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James D Carton practiced law?
James D Carton has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did James D Carton go to law school?
James D Carton earned their education at (LL.B., 1961); (B.S., 1956).
How can I contact James D Carton for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Seton Hall University
- 1961
B.S.
Villanova University
- 1956

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1961
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1961

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