Atty. James Fitzgerald

Atty. James Fitzgerald

James Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing business transactions, civil, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Lyndhurst Lyndhurst 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Fitzgerald at a glance

James Fitzgerald is a Member based in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, practicing at Friedman, Kates, Pearlman & Fitzgerald, P.A.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, estate planning, business, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1979) and New York (1980). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1979) and Villanova University (B.A. Villanova, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County Bar Association. Serands clients in Lyndhurst, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing business transactions, civil, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Friedman, Kates, Pearlman & Fitzgerald, P.A. in Lyndhurst, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James Fitzgerald's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James Fitzgerald is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New Jersey →

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.

James Fitzgerald is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Fitzgerald is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Fitzgerald is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Commercial Real Estate

James Fitzgerald is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Lyndhurst 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 Fitzgerald

Where is James Fitzgerald's law office located?
James Fitzgerald's law practice is located in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. The firm is Friedman, Kates, Pearlman & Fitzgerald, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Fitzgerald handle?
James Fitzgerald focuses on wills, personal injury, estate planning, business, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James Fitzgerald practiced law?
James Fitzgerald has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Fitzgerald go to law school?
James Fitzgerald earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. Villanova, 1972).
How can I contact James Fitzgerald for a consultation?
You can contact James Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald received?
James Fitzgerald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1979
B.A. Villanova
Villanova University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1979
New York
Admitted: 1980

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