Atty. James S. Dobis

Atty. James S. Dobis

James S. Dobis is a lawyer practicing products liability, general liability, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law.

Livingston Livingston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. Dobis at a glance

James S. Dobis is a Member based in Livingston, New Jersey, practicing at Dobis & Reilly, P.A.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, franchise, product liability, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1977), New York U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and Southern and Eastern District of New York (1984), and Pennsylvania (1993). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1977) and Seton Hall University (B.S. Seton, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Jersey State and New York State and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serands clients in Livingston, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James S. Dobis is a lawyer practicing products liability, general liability, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law
  • James S. received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James S. practices at Dobis & Reilly, P.A. in Livingston, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Dobis's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Franchise Law

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Product Liability

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Environmental 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 Livingston 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 S. Dobis

Where is James S. Dobis's law office located?
James S. Dobis's law practice is located in Livingston, New Jersey. The firm is Dobis & Reilly, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Dobis handle?
James S. Dobis focuses on medical malpractice, franchise, product liability, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James S. Dobis practiced law?
James S. Dobis has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James S. Dobis go to law school?
James S. Dobis earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S. Seton, 1972).
How can I contact James S. Dobis for a consultation?
You can contact James S. Dobis 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 S. Dobis received?
James S. Dobis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1977
B.S. Seton
Seton Hall University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1977
New York U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and Southern and Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1984
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993

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