Atty. James Holsey Keale

Atty. James Holsey Keale

James Holsey Keale is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment & labor, complex litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Newark Newark 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Holsey Keale at a glance

James Holsey Keale is a Partner based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sedgwick LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1983). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Villanova University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Product Liability Section, Essex County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel International Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Holsey Keale is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment & labor, complex litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Sedgwick LLP in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James Holsey Keale's Areas of Practice

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

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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Employment Law

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

James Holsey Keale is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →

Product Liability

James Holsey Keale is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Holsey Keale is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Newark 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 Holsey Keale

Where is James Holsey Keale's law office located?
James Holsey Keale's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Sedgwick LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Holsey Keale handle?
James Holsey Keale focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James Holsey Keale practiced law?
James Holsey Keale has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Holsey Keale go to law school?
James Holsey Keale earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact James Holsey Keale for a consultation?
You can contact James Holsey Keale 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 Holsey Keale received?
James Holsey Keale's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Villanova University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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