Atty. James Leo Fennessy

Atty. James Leo Fennessy

James Leo Fennessy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dwi, criminal & traffic law. James received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1990, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Lavallette Lavallette 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About James Leo Fennessy at a glance

James Leo Fennessy is a Member based in Lavallette, New Jersey, practicing at James L. Fennessy, Esq.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2000). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 2002) and Seton Hall University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Lavallette, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Leo Fennessy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dwi, criminal & traffic law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1990, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • James practices at James L. Fennessy, Esq. in Lavallette, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James Leo Fennessy's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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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 Lavallette 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 Leo Fennessy

Where is James Leo Fennessy's law office located?
James Leo Fennessy's law practice is located in Lavallette, New Jersey. The firm is James L. Fennessy, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leo Fennessy handle?
James Leo Fennessy focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James Leo Fennessy practiced law?
James Leo Fennessy has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did James Leo Fennessy go to law school?
James Leo Fennessy earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact James Leo Fennessy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 2002
B.A.
Seton Hall University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2000

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