Atty. James M Burns

Atty. James M Burns

James M Burns is a lawyer practicing insurance, complex commercial litigation, employment law & litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Newark Newark 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James M Burns at a glance

James M Burns is a Partner based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Genova Burns LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1982), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1982), and District of Columbia Pennsylvania (2016). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1982) and Seton Hall University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James M Burns is a lawyer practicing insurance, complex commercial litigation, employment law & litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Genova Burns LLC in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James M Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James M Burns is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Insurance Law

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James M Burns is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New Jersey →

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 M Burns

Where is James M Burns's law office located?
James M Burns's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Genova Burns LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M Burns handle?
James M Burns focuses on employment, business, litigation, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James M Burns practiced law?
James M Burns has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James M Burns go to law school?
James M Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James M Burns for a consultation?
You can contact James M Burns directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James M Burns received?
James M Burns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1982
B.A.
Seton Hall University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2016

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