Atty. James E. Huggett
James E. Huggett is a partner working out of the Philadelphia and Wilmington offices.
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James E. Huggett is a Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Margolis Edelstein. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Delaware (2000). Educated at Temple University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Bloomsburg University (B.A. Temple, 1994). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS •Delaware Bar Association. Serves clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James E. Huggett is a partner working out of the Philadelphia and Wilmington offices
- He represents creditors and debtors, and focuses on Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and related litigation
- He’s also a mediator certified by the Delaware Superior Court
- Jim has handled thousands of matters for such clients as corporate debtors-in-possession, creditors’ committees, litigation/liquidating/Chapter 7 trustees, banks and lending institutions, insurers, secured and unsecured creditors of all types, lessors and sellers of real estate, equipment and other personal property, executives and management of companies, parties to all types of executory contracts with debtors, plaintiffs and defendants in preference, fraudulent-transfer and similar actions, and other professionals involved in bankruptcy cases
- Jim also has busy practices in plaintiff-side WARN Act litigation, mechanics’ lien litigation, and commercial law
- Honors •BV Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated Articles & Publications Third Circuit Overrules Bankruptcy Court Re: Mandatory Appointment of an Examiner in FTX Trading Case Supreme Court, Overruling 3rd and Other Circuits, Says Order Denying Confirmation of Bankruptcy Plan Is Not Final
- Government Position Loses 9-0 Value of License Plate Creates Battle Over Bankruptcy Plan New Delaware Bankruptcy Judge Issues 1st Opinion, Insurer Favored New Delaware Bankruptcy Judge Issues First Opinion in Favor of Insurer - Arbitration Clause in Workers’ Comp Policy Upheld Despite Insured’s Bankruptcy Speaking Engagements •“Mechanics’ Liens in Pennsylvania” Client Testimonials “You’re all consummate professionals and I recommend you when I can.” “His command of the law in this case was impressive.” “Very pleased with your results, obviously, but also with your attention to details and communication.” “Long overdue is my note of thanks and gratitude for your outstanding diligence and resolution to the suit brought against me by the trustee.” “I can’t thank you and your staff enough for your advise, guidance and compassion throughout the process.” “Thank you and the team for your hard work on my admittedly difficult matter.” “Thank you for the update
- You have done a great job with the defense of this matter!” “The urgency and aggressiveness displayed, by you and the team, were very impressive.” News & Case Results Motion to Dismiss Granted in Pittsburgh Bankruptcy Matter
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James E. Huggett is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Delaware →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Huggett is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Delaware →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James E. Huggett is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Delaware →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Delaware
Practicing law in Delaware. Legal matters in Delaware are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Delaware state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Delaware 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 Delaware courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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