Atty. James Katz
James Katz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, labor law, appellate litigation. James received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Appellate Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 45+ Years Experience
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About James Katz at a Glance
James Katz is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Spear Wilderman A Professional Corporation. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1981), Pennsylvania (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1981) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Camden County and New Jersey State. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Katz
- James Katz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, labor law, appellate litigation
- James received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
- James practices at Spear Wilderman A Professional Corporation in Philadelphia, PA
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James Katz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Katz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Employment Law in Philadelphia
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James Katz is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Rights in Philadelphia
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James Katz is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Appellate Practice in Philadelphia
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
James Katz is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
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 Philadelphia 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 venue, 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.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose James Katz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Katz's practice in the field of employment, civil rights, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Katz brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, James Katz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, civil rights, and appellate, James Katz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means James Katz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Katz Handles in Philadelphia
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