Atty. John James Mead

Atty. John James Mead

John James Mead is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, criminal defense, products liability and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Erie Erie 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John James Mead at a glance

John James Mead is an Associate based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Scarpitti & Mead. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, product liability, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1983) and Princeton University (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John James Mead is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, criminal defense, products liability and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at Scarpitti & Mead in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John James Mead's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John James Mead 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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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Erie 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 andnue, 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 James Mead

Where is John James Mead's law office located?
John James Mead's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Scarpitti & Mead. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John James Mead handle?
John James Mead focuses on criminal defense, business, product liability, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John James Mead practiced law?
John James Mead has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John James Mead go to law school?
John James Mead earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John James Mead for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1983
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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