Atty. James Joseph Amato

Atty. James Joseph Amato

James Joseph Amato is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, car accidents, slip and fall accident and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Pottsville Pottsville 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Amato at a glance

James Joseph Amato is an Associate based in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, criminal defense, construction, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2006) and New Jersey (2006). Educated at Penn State Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S. Business, 2003). Serands clients in Pottsville, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Joseph Amato is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, car accidents, slip and fall accident and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • James practices in Pottsville, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Amato's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Joseph Amato is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Pottsville 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 Joseph Amato

Where is James Joseph Amato's law office located?
James Joseph Amato's law practice is located in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Amato handle?
James Joseph Amato focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, criminal defense, construction, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Joseph Amato practiced law?
James Joseph Amato has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did James Joseph Amato go to law school?
James Joseph Amato earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S. Business, 2003).
How can I contact James Joseph Amato for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Penn State Dickinson School of Law
- 2006
B.S. Business
Pennsylvania State University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2006
New Jersey
Admitted: 2006

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