Atty. James P. Paoli

Atty. James P. Paoli

James Paoli is one of Cooper Levenson’s leading attorneys in Workers’ Compensation and is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey in this practice area-a distinction held by fewer than 130 attorneys in the state. Since 1994, James has focused exclusively on workers’ compensation, representing clients across New Jersey in matters ranging from claim disputes to complex litigation.

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About James P. Paoli at a glance

James P. Paoli is a Partner based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, practicing at Cooper Levenson, P.A.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1992), Pennsylvania (1992), United States District Court for the District of New Jersey (1992), and United States District Court for Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1993). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1989). Active member of Affiliations Community An active alumnus of St, Augustine Preparatory School in Richland, New Jersey, Jim served as the School's Alumni Association President from 1998 to 2002, and He is a member of the association's Board of Governors and was inducted into the St. Serands clients in Cherry Hill, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Paoli is one of Cooper Levenson’s leading attorneys in Workers’ Compensation and is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey in this practice area-a distinction held by fewer than 130 attorneys in the state
  • Since 1994, James has focused exclusively on workers’ compensation, representing clients across New Jersey in matters ranging from claim disputes to complex litigation
  • He represents a diverse range of clients, including insurance companies, third-party administrators, and self-insured entities
  • Known for his strategic, results-driven approach, James works to efficiently resolve matters while maximizing outcomes
  • Beyond litigation, he collaborates closely with corporate clients, attending regular file review meetings and advising risk management directors and other key personnel on case status and potential exposures
  • James joined Cooper Levenson in 1998 and became a Partner in 2004, bringing decades of experience and a reputation for excellence to the firm’s Workers’ Compensation practice
  • Community An active alumnus of St. Augustine Preparatory School in Richland, New Jersey, Jim served as the School’s Alumni Association President from 1998 to 2002
  • He is a member of the association’s Board of Governors and was inducted into the St. Augustine Preparatory School Alumni Hall of Fame in 2005
  • He is a member of the St. Augustine Preparatory School Alumni Association Board of Governors
  • In September of 2009, he was the Keynote Speaker for the Freshman Convocation
  • Articles “The Basis Facts about Workers’ Comp,” CL Workers’ Comp Seminar “Case Law Update: Danuta Rosinski v General Motors,” CL Workers’ Comp Newsletter “Case Law Update: Patrick Switzer v Connectron Inc.,” CL Workers’ Comp Newsletter Frequent lecturer to hotels and casinos on risk management issues Speaker at Workers’ Compensation Inn of Court Awards and Recognitions Jim was inducted into the St. Augustine Preparatory School Alumni Hall of Fame in 2005

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Paoli's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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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 Cherry Hill 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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Where is James P. Paoli's law office located?
James P. Paoli's law practice is located in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The firm is Cooper Levenson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Paoli handle?
James P. Paoli focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James P. Paoli practiced law?
James P. Paoli has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James P. Paoli go to law school?
James P. Paoli earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact James P. Paoli for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
Rutgers College
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
United States District Court for Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2010

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