Atty. Jay M. Herskowitz
Jay M. Herskowitz is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, business litigation, general business and 2 other areas of law.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 41+ Years Experience
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About Jay M. Herskowitz at a Glance
Jay M. Herskowitz is a formation, business, workers comp, litigation, and adr attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1985), Pennsylvania (1985), and New York (1992). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Trinity College (B.A. Villanova, 1982). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay M. Herskowitz
- Jay M. Herskowitz is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, business litigation, general business and 2 other areas of law
- Jay received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Jay practices in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Jay M. Herskowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay M. Herskowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business Formation in Philadelphia
Jay M. Herskowitz is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jay M. Herskowitz is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Workers Compensation in Philadelphia
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jay M. Herskowitz is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Jay M. Herskowitz is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Mediation & Arbitration in Philadelphia
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Jay M. Herskowitz is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Jay M. Herskowitz
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 Jay M. Herskowitz's practice in the field of formation, business, workers comp, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay M. Herskowitz brings 41+ 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, Pennsylvania, and New York, Jay M. Herskowitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, business, and workers comp, Jay M. Herskowitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Jay M. Herskowitz 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 Jay M. Herskowitz Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jay M. Herskowitz has experience with under Pennsylvania 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 Jay M. Herskowitz directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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