Atty. James Pericles Gianakis
James Pericles Gianakis is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property, antitrust. James received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.
Antitrust & More Attorney · Serving Chatham, NJ · 29+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About James Pericles Gianakis at a Glance
James Pericles Gianakis is a business, ip, and litigation attorney based in Chatham, New Jersey. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1997) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1997). Educated at Seton Hall School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Chatham, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from James Pericles Gianakis in Chatham
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About James Pericles Gianakis
- James Pericles Gianakis is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property, antitrust
- James received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
- James practices in Chatham, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
James Pericles Gianakis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Pericles Gianakis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chatham.
Business & Corporate Law in Chatham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Pericles Gianakis is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →
Intellectual Property in Chatham
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
James Pericles Gianakis is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil Litigation in Chatham
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Pericles Gianakis is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chatham
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 Chatham 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 venue, 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.
Chatham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chatham-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional New Jersey attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Chatham or all attorneys in New Jersey.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About James Pericles Gianakis
Where is James Pericles Gianakis's law office located?
What practice areas does James Pericles Gianakis handle?
How long has James Pericles Gianakis practiced law?
Where did James Pericles Gianakis go to law school?
How can I contact James Pericles Gianakis for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chatham Choose James Pericles Gianakis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Pericles Gianakis's practice in the field of business, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Pericles Gianakis brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, James Pericles Gianakis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, James Pericles Gianakis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chatham
A Chatham-based practice means James Pericles Gianakis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Pericles Gianakis Handles in Chatham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Pericles Gianakis has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Pericles Gianakis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find James Pericles Gianakis Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Chatham commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like James Pericles Gianakis.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with James Pericles Gianakis directly.
James Pericles Gianakis's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — James Pericles Gianakis
No reviews yet.