Atty. John W Bissell

Atty. John W Bissell

John W Bissell is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, special master, complex litigation. John received a degree from Princeton University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Roseland Roseland 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About John W Bissell at a glance

John W Bissell is a Counsel based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Connell Foley LLP. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1966), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1966), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1965) and Princeton University (A.B., 1962). Active member of Essex County, New Jersey State (Member, Board Trustees, ADR Section), Federal and American Bar Associations Association of the Federal Bar of the State of New Jersey. Serands clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John W Bissell is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, special master, complex litigation
  • John received a degree from Princeton University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • John practices at Connell Foley LLP in Roseland, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John W Bissell's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Roseland 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 W Bissell

Where is John W Bissell's law office located?
John W Bissell's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Connell Foley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W Bissell handle?
John W Bissell focuses on litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John W Bissell practiced law?
John W Bissell has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did John W Bissell go to law school?
John W Bissell earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact John W Bissell for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1965
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973

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