Atty. John J. Polk

Atty. John J. Polk

John J. Polk is a lawyer practicing employment law, civil litigation, administrative law and 4 other areas of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (302) 830-3199 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Polk at a glance

John J. Polk is an Off. of Wkrs. Comp., DE Dept. of Labor based in Wilmington, Delaware. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, creditor rights, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1976), Pennsylvania (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Delaware (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1978). Educated at Weidner University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John J. Polk is a lawyer practicing employment law, civil litigation, administrative law and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Polk's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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

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

Creditor Rights & Collections

John J. Polk is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Delaware →

Civil Litigation

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

John J. Polk is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Delaware →

Government & Administrative Law

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

John J. Polk is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Delaware →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J. Polk

Where is John J. Polk's law office located?
John J. Polk's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Polk handle?
John J. Polk focuses on criminal defense, employment, creditor rights, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has John J. Polk practiced law?
John J. Polk has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John J. Polk go to law school?
John J. Polk earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John J. Polk for a consultation?
You can contact John J. Polk 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. Polk received?
John J. Polk's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Weidner University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Delaware
Admitted: 1976
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Delaware
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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