Atty. James N. Karas

Atty. James N. Karas

James N. Karas is a lawyer practicing tax, electronic discovery, health care and 3 other areas of law.

Morristown Morristown 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James N. Karas at a glance

James N. Karas is an Of Counsel based in Morristown, New Jersey, practicing at Riker Danzig LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, tax, employment contracts, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1974). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1973) and Rutgers University (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association New York County Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Morristown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James N. Karas is a lawyer practicing tax, electronic discovery, health care and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Rutgers University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Riker Danzig LLP in Morristown, NJ and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James N. Karas's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James N. Karas is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Jersey →

Employment Contracts

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Morristown 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 N. Karas

Where is James N. Karas's law office located?
James N. Karas's law practice is located in Morristown, New Jersey. The firm is Riker Danzig LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James N. Karas handle?
James N. Karas focuses on estate planning, employment, tax, employment contracts, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James N. Karas practiced law?
James N. Karas has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James N. Karas go to law school?
James N. Karas earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact James N. Karas for a consultation?
You can contact James N. Karas 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 N. Karas received?
James N. Karas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1973
A.B.
Rutgers University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974

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