Atty. John D. Goldsmith

Atty. John D. Goldsmith

Atty. John D.

Newark Newark 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About John D. Goldsmith at a glance

John D. Goldsmith is a Shareholder based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1976) and New Jersey (1981). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1976) and Georgetown University B.A. History Georgetown University B.A. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. John D. Goldsmith is a lawyer practicing corporate, environmental, litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John D. Goldsmith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Goldsmith 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

John D. Goldsmith is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

John D. Goldsmith is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New Jersey →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 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 D. Goldsmith

Where is John D. Goldsmith's law office located?
John D. Goldsmith's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D. Goldsmith handle?
John D. Goldsmith focuses on business, m&a, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John D. Goldsmith practiced law?
John D. Goldsmith has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John D. Goldsmith go to law school?
John D. Goldsmith earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (—).
How can I contact John D. Goldsmith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John D. Goldsmith received?
John D. Goldsmith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1976
Georgetown University B.A. History Georgetown University B.A. magna cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1976
New Jersey
Admitted: 1981

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