Atty. John C Kelly

Atty. John C Kelly

John C Kelly is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, government investigations & white collar criminal defense, business & financial services litigation and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1985, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Newark Newark 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (239) 445-3773 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John C Kelly at a glance

John C Kelly is a Partner based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at McCarter & English, LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995), New York (1995), and New Jersey (1995). Educated at St. John's University Law School (J.D., 1994) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1985). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John C Kelly is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, government investigations & white collar criminal defense, business & financial services litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1985, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • John practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John C Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Newark 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 Kelly

Where is John C Kelly's law office located?
John C Kelly's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is McCarter & English, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C Kelly handle?
John C Kelly focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John C Kelly practiced law?
John C Kelly has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did John C Kelly go to law school?
John C Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact John C Kelly for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University Law School
- 1994
B.S.
Syracuse University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1995
New Jersey
Admitted: 1995

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