Atty. Joel C Seltzer

Atty. Joel C Seltzer

Joel C Seltzer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, alimony, criminal law and 16 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Union Union 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Joel C Seltzer at a glance

Joel C Seltzer is a Member based in Union, New Jersey, practicing at Joel C. Seltzer. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, drug crimes, child custody, and probate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1980), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at University of Bridgeport (J.D., 1980) and Boston University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Union County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Union, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joel C Seltzer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, alimony, criminal law and 16 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Joel practices at Joel C. Seltzer in Union, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Joel C Seltzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel C Seltzer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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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 Union 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

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Where is Joel C Seltzer's law office located?
Joel C Seltzer's law practice is located in Union, New Jersey. The firm is Joel C. Seltzer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel C Seltzer handle?
Joel C Seltzer focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, drug crimes, child custody, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Joel C Seltzer practiced law?
Joel C Seltzer has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Joel C Seltzer go to law school?
Joel C Seltzer earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Joel C Seltzer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joel C Seltzer received?
Joel C Seltzer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Bridgeport
- 1980
B.A.
Boston University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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