Atty. John Hanger

Atty. John Hanger

John Hanger is a lawyer practicing environmental / natural resources, construction / development, energy and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (223) 234-1413

Profile Summary

About John Hanger at a glance

John Hanger is a Special Counsel based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals for t (1984). Educated at University of Pennsylvania School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Duke University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Hanger is a lawyer practicing environmental / natural resources, construction / development, energy and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John Hanger's Areas of Practice

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

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 Hanger is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

John Hanger is one of 32,699 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Hanger

Where is John Hanger's law office located?
John Hanger's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Hanger handle?
John Hanger focuses on litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John Hanger practiced law?
John Hanger has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John Hanger go to law school?
John Hanger earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John Hanger for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Hanger received?
John Hanger's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Duke University
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals for t
Admitted: 1984

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