Atty. John M Scagnelli

Atty. John M Scagnelli

John M Scagnelli is a lawyer practicing environmental and land use law, land use & zoning, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Lyndhurst Lyndhurst 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About John M Scagnelli at a glance

John M Scagnelli is a Partner, Chair, Environmental and Land Use Group, Co-Chair, Intellectual Property Group based in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, practicing at Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on ip, zoning, entertainment, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1976), and U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals (1979). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1975) and Yale University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lyndhurst, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John M Scagnelli is a lawyer practicing environmental and land use law, land use & zoning, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC in Lyndhurst, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John M Scagnelli's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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

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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 Lyndhurst 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 M Scagnelli

Where is John M Scagnelli's law office located?
John M Scagnelli's law practice is located in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. The firm is Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M Scagnelli handle?
John M Scagnelli focuses on ip, zoning, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John M Scagnelli practiced law?
John M Scagnelli has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John M Scagnelli go to law school?
John M Scagnelli earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John M Scagnelli for a consultation?
You can contact John M Scagnelli 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 M Scagnelli received?
John M Scagnelli's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1975
B.A.
Yale University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals
Admitted: 1979
New Jersey
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Eighth, Federal an
Admitted: 1984

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