Atty. John Forster O'Connell

Atty. John Forster O'Connell

John Forster O'Connell is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime, international, litigation and arbitration. John Forster received a A.B. degree from Fordham University in 1948, and has been licensed for 73 years.

New Providence New Providence 73 yrs experience 73 year
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Profile Summary

About John Forster O'Connell at a glance

John Forster O'Connell is a adr, maritime, and international attorney based in New Providence, New Jersey. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Admitted to practice in New York (1953) and New Jersey (2000). Educated at St. John's University (LL.B., 1951) and Fordham University (A.B., 1948). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Providence, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Forster O'Connell is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime, international, litigation and arbitration
  • John Forster received a A.B. degree from Fordham University in 1948, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • John Forster practices in New Providence, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John Forster O'Connell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Forster O'Connell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

John Forster O'Connell is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in New Jersey →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 New Providence 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 Forster O'Connell

Where is John Forster O'Connell's law office located?
John Forster O'Connell's law practice is located in New Providence, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Forster O'Connell handle?
John Forster O'Connell focuses on adr, maritime, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John Forster O'Connell practiced law?
John Forster O'Connell has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did John Forster O'Connell go to law school?
John Forster O'Connell earned their education at (LL.B., 1951); (A.B., 1948).
How can I contact John Forster O'Connell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Forster O'Connell received?
John Forster O'Connell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
St. John's University
- 1951
A.B.
Fordham University
- 1948

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1953
New Jersey
Admitted: 2000

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