Atty. James Jay Benz

Atty. James Jay Benz

James Jay Benz is a lawyer. James Jay received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1975, and has been licensed for 52 years.

New Providence New Providence 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Jay Benz at a glance

James Jay Benz is a Youth Ct. J. based in New Providence, New Jersey. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1974). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1978) and Yale University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in New Providence, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Jay Benz is a lawyer
  • James Jay received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1975, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James Jay practices in New Providence, NJ

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 New Providence 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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James Jay Benz's law practice is located in New Providence, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Jay Benz has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
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James Jay Benz earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1978
B.A.
Yale University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1974

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