Atty. John A. Wait

Atty. John A. Wait

John A. Wait is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, arbitration, mediation and 4 other areas of law.

New York New York 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (808) 582-7977

Profile Summary

About John A. Wait at a glance

John A. Wait is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Fox Rothschild LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1997), Pennsylvania (1997), and New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U. (2006). Educated at Temple University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Villanova University (B.A. Honors, 1993). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John A. Wait is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, arbitration, mediation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • John practices at Fox Rothschild LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Wait's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Wait handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John A. Wait

Where is John A. Wait's law office located?
John A. Wait's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Fox Rothschild LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Wait handle?
John A. Wait focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John A. Wait practiced law?
John A. Wait has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John A. Wait go to law school?
John A. Wait earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Honors, 1993).
How can I contact John A. Wait for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Temple University School of Law
- 1997
B.A. Honors
Villanova University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1997
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1997
New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.
Admitted: 2006

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