Atty. James M Cerra
James M Cerra is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate, collection and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University, and has been licensed for 55 years.
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James M Cerra is an Of Counsel based in Newton, New Jersey, practicing at Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, real estate, poa, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1971), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1971), and U.S. Supreme Court (2001). Educated at Seton Hall University J.D. (—) and Seton Hall University B.S. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sussex County Bar Association (member, Family Practice Committee) Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Newton Chamber of Commerce Branchville Businessmen's Association. Serands clients in Newton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James M Cerra is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate, collection and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University, and has been licensed for 55 years
- James practices at Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP in Newton, NJ
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James M Cerra is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New Jersey →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James M Cerra is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James M Cerra is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →
James M Cerra is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New Jersey →
James M Cerra is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in New Jersey →
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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 Newton 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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