Atty. James I O'Hern

Atty. James I O'Hern

James I O'Hern is a lawyer practicing public utilities, administrative law, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Fairfield University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Newark Newark 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About James I O'Hern at a glance

James I O'Hern is a business, white collar, litigation, government, and energy attorney based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1995). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1990) and Fairfield University (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James I O'Hern is a lawyer practicing public utilities, administrative law, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Fairfield University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James I O'Hern's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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 I O'Hern

Where is James I O'Hern's law office located?
James I O'Hern's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James I O'Hern handle?
James I O'Hern focuses on business, white collar, litigation, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James I O'Hern practiced law?
James I O'Hern has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James I O'Hern go to law school?
James I O'Hern earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact James I O'Hern for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1990
B.S.
Fairfield University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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