Atty. James T. McCarthy

Atty. James T. McCarthy

James T. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing business law, land use, real estate and 8 other areas of law.

Rahway Rahway 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James T. McCarthy at a glance

James T. McCarthy is a Managing Partner based in Rahway, New Jersey, practicing at McCarthy, Galfy & Marx, LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1984). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1984) and Drew University (B.A. New, 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Rahway, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James T. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing business law, land use, real estate and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Drew University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at McCarthy, Galfy & Marx, LLC in Rahway, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James T. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James T. McCarthy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Rahway 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 T. McCarthy

Where is James T. McCarthy's law office located?
James T. McCarthy's law practice is located in Rahway, New Jersey. The firm is McCarthy, Galfy & Marx, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. McCarthy handle?
James T. McCarthy focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James T. McCarthy practiced law?
James T. McCarthy has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James T. McCarthy go to law school?
James T. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. New, 1981).
How can I contact James T. McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact James T. McCarthy 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 T. McCarthy received?
James T. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1984
B.A. New
Drew University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1984

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