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Atty. John C Gillespie

Atty. John C Gillespie

John C Gillespie is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, defense litigation, entitlements and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Trinity College, Connecticut in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Mount Laurel Mount Laurel 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John C Gillespie at a glance

John C Gillespie is a Shareholder, Chair, Municipal and Government Department based in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, practicing at Parker McCay P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, zoning, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in New Jersey U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, District of (1980). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Trinity College, Connecticut (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Mount Laurel, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John C Gillespie is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, defense litigation, entitlements and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Trinity College, Connecticut in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Parker McCay P.A. in Mount Laurel, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John C Gillespie's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Mount Laurel 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 John C Gillespie

Where is John C Gillespie's law office located?
John C Gillespie's law practice is located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The firm is Parker McCay P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C Gillespie handle?
John C Gillespie focuses on criminal defense, employment, zoning, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John C Gillespie practiced law?
John C Gillespie has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John C Gillespie go to law school?
John C Gillespie earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact John C Gillespie for a consultation?
You can contact John C Gillespie 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 John C Gillespie received?
John C Gillespie's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Trinity College, Connecticut
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

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

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