Atty. Jerold E. Rothkoff
Jerold E. Rothkoff, a practicing New Jersey and Pennsylvania attorney, is the Principal of Rothkoff Law Group, where he dedicates his practice to serving clients in the areas of elder law, life care planning, asset protection, veterans benefits,estate planning, and long-term care advocacy.
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Jerold E. Rothkoff is a Member based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, practicing at Law Offices of Jerold E. Rothkoff. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, poa, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1993) and Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Cherry Hill, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jerold E. Rothkoff, a practicing New Jersey and Pennsylvania attorney, is the Principal of Rothkoff Law Group, where he dedicates his practice to serving clients in the areas of elder law, life care planning, asset protection, veterans benefits,estate planning, and long-term care advocacy
- Jerry Rothkoff has been, and continues to be, an outspoken advocate for the rights of the elderly and disabled
- He writes for and gives presentations regularly to attorneys and other professionals about elder law
- He is a frequent lecturer, speaker, and author for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Education, as well as non-profit and professional organizations
- He is the former co-host of SeniorTalkRadio on AM 860 WWDB
- He has made numerous other radio and television appearances in which he discussed legal rights of the elderly
- Jerry Rothkoff is the author and founder of the Rothkoff Quarterly, a newsletter of current news and issues concerning the elderly and disabled
- He is also the author and editor of the South Jersey Guide to Senior and Disability Resources, as well as co-editor of Law Points for Senior Citizens, published by the New Jersey State Bar Foundation and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Division on Aging, 2003 Edition
- He is the former Chair of the New Jersey Bar Association Elder and Disability Law Section, as well as a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Elder Law Section and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Community activities include being a member of the Board of Directors of the Twilight Wish Foundation and the Delaware Valley Stroke Council
- He also is involved with the Alzheimer's Association, as well as numerous other advocacy groups
- Jerry Rothkoff is a 1986 graduate of Syracuse University
- He obtained his Juris Doctor degree in 1993 from the Widener University School of Law, and began work at a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania law firm
- In February 2000, he opened his own elder law practice
- Outside of his elder law practice, Mr. Rothkoff and his wife, Erica, keep busy with their five children, fifteen-year old identical twin girls, Liza and Julia, twelve-year old fraternal twin boys, Evan and Gregory, and three-year old Aitan
- He is an avid baseball fan, which means he has had a good last few years and is getting spoiled by the Phillies success
- As a life long Philadelphian, he is still pinching himself
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Jerold E. Rothkoff's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerold E. Rothkoff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Jerold E. Rothkoff is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jerold E. Rothkoff is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →
Jerold E. Rothkoff is one of 29,580 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New Jersey →
Jerold E. Rothkoff is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Jerold E. Rothkoff is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Cherry Hill 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.
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