Atty. James Peter Mc Govern

Atty. James Peter Mc Govern

James Peter Mc Govern is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, tort, negligence and 2 other areas of law. James received a M.A. degree from Fordham University in 1989, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Newton Newton 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About James Peter Mc Govern at a glance

James Peter Mc Govern is a Member based in Newton, New Jersey, practicing at McGovern & Roseman, P.A.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2001), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2001), and New York (2004). Educated at Rutgers University, Newark (J.D., 2001) and Fordham University (M.A. Georgetown, 1989). Active member of New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Newton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Peter Mc Govern is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, tort, negligence and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a M.A. degree from Fordham University in 1989, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices at McGovern & Roseman, P.A. in Newton, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James Peter Mc Govern's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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

James Peter Mc Govern is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Peter Mc Govern

Where is James Peter Mc Govern's law office located?
James Peter Mc Govern's law practice is located in Newton, New Jersey. The firm is McGovern & Roseman, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Peter Mc Govern handle?
James Peter Mc Govern focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James Peter Mc Govern practiced law?
James Peter Mc Govern has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James Peter Mc Govern go to law school?
James Peter Mc Govern earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (M.A. Georgetown, 1989).
How can I contact James Peter Mc Govern for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University, Newark
- 2001
M.A. Georgetown
Fordham University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2001
New York
Admitted: 2004

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