Atty. John Manuel Lago

Atty. John Manuel Lago

John Manuel Lago is a lawyer practicing civil, defense litigation, insurance litigation and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Morristown Morristown 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About John Manuel Lago at a glance

John Manuel Lago is a Partner based in Morristown, New Jersey, practicing at Lago & O'Toole. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1994) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1994). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Morristown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Manuel Lago is a lawyer practicing civil, defense litigation, insurance litigation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices at Lago & O'Toole in Morristown, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John Manuel Lago's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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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 Morristown 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 Manuel Lago

Where is John Manuel Lago's law office located?
John Manuel Lago's law practice is located in Morristown, New Jersey. The firm is Lago & O'Toole. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Manuel Lago handle?
John Manuel Lago focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John Manuel Lago practiced law?
John Manuel Lago has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Manuel Lago go to law school?
John Manuel Lago earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact John Manuel Lago for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1994

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