Atty. John J. Collins

Atty. John J. Collins

John J. Collins is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial real estate law, commercial and general civil litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Burlington Burlington 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (802) 316-4954 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Collins at a glance

John J. Collins is a Partner based in Burlington, Vermont, practicing at Collins, McMahon & Harris P.L.L.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1984), California (1985), New Jersey (1986), and U.S. District Court, District of Vermont (1986). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1984) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chittenden County, Vermont and American Bar Associations Vermont Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John J. Collins is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial real estate law, commercial and general civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • John J. received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John J. practices at Collins, McMahon & Harris P.L.L.C. in Burlington, VT

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John J. Collins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Vermont →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John J. Collins is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Vermont →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John J. Collins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Vermont →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John J. Collins is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Vermont →

Commercial Real Estate

John J. Collins is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Vermont →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J. Collins

Where is John J. Collins's law office located?
John J. Collins's law practice is located in Burlington, Vermont. The firm is Collins, McMahon & Harris P.L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Collins handle?
John J. Collins focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has John J. Collins practiced law?
John J. Collins has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John J. Collins go to law school?
John J. Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John J. Collins for a consultation?
You can contact John J. Collins 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 J. Collins received?
John J. Collins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1984
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 1984
California
Admitted: 1985
New Jersey
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Vermont
Admitted: 1986

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