Atty. James Edward Goodley

Atty. James Edward Goodley

James Edward Goodley is a lawyer practicing erisa, wage and hour law. James received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 2005, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About James Edward Goodley at a glance

James Edward Goodley is a Staff Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Berger & Montague, P.C.. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on employment and wage & hour. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2011), New Jersey (2013), Pennsylvania (2013), and Virginia (2014). Educated at Catholic University, Columbus School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Lehigh University (B.S. Electrical, 2005). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Edward Goodley is a lawyer practicing erisa, wage and hour law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 2005, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • James practices at Berger & Montague, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Goodley's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Edward Goodley

Where is James Edward Goodley's law office located?
James Edward Goodley's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Berger & Montague, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Goodley handle?
James Edward Goodley focuses on employment, wage & hour. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Edward Goodley practiced law?
James Edward Goodley has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did James Edward Goodley go to law school?
James Edward Goodley earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S. Electrical, 2005).
How can I contact James Edward Goodley for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Catholic University, Columbus School of Law
- 2011
B.S. Electrical
Lehigh University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2011
New Jersey
Admitted: 2013
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2013
Virginia
Admitted: 2014
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey a
Admitted: 2014
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2015
New York
Admitted: 2019

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