Atty. James E. Cecchi

Atty. James E. Cecchi

Law Clerk to Honorable Nicholas H. Politan, U.S.

Roseland Roseland 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (516) 973-7782

Profile Summary

About James E. Cecchi at a glance

James E. Cecchi is a Partner based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Carella, Byrne, Cecchi, Olstein Brody & Agnello, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, securities, and product liability. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1990), New York (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1994). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Colgate University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County, Essex County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Law Clerk to Honorable Nicholas H. Politan, U.S
  • District Court, District of New Jersey, 1989-1991
  • Assistant United States Attorney, District of New Jersey, 1991-1994

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Cecchi's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Securities Law

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Product Liability

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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 Roseland 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Cecchi

Where is James E. Cecchi's law office located?
James E. Cecchi's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Carella, Byrne, Cecchi, Olstein Brody & Agnello, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Cecchi handle?
James E. Cecchi focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, securities, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James E. Cecchi practiced law?
James E. Cecchi has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James E. Cecchi go to law school?
James E. Cecchi earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact James E. Cecchi for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Cecchi 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 E. Cecchi received?
James E. Cecchi's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2014

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