Atty. Joseph S Trapanese

Atty. Joseph S Trapanese

Joseph S Trapanese is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, slip and fall and 13 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Little Falls Little Falls 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Joseph S Trapanese at a glance

Joseph S Trapanese is a Member based in Little Falls, New Jersey, practicing at Trapanese & Trapanese. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, truck accidents, child custody, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1968), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1967) and Fairleigh Dickinson University (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Passaic County and New Jersey State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Little Falls, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph S Trapanese is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, slip and fall and 13 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Joseph practices at Trapanese & Trapanese in Little Falls, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph S Trapanese's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph S Trapanese handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph S Trapanese is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New Jersey →

Truck Accidents

Joseph S Trapanese is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in New Jersey →

Child Custody & Visitation

Joseph S Trapanese is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in New Jersey →

Wrongful Death

Joseph S Trapanese is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Little Falls 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 Joseph S Trapanese

Where is Joseph S Trapanese's law office located?
Joseph S Trapanese's law practice is located in Little Falls, New Jersey. The firm is Trapanese & Trapanese. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph S Trapanese handle?
Joseph S Trapanese focuses on divorce, car accidents, truck accidents, child custody, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Joseph S Trapanese practiced law?
Joseph S Trapanese has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Joseph S Trapanese go to law school?
Joseph S Trapanese earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Joseph S Trapanese for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph S Trapanese received?
Joseph S Trapanese's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1967
B.A.
Fairleigh Dickinson University
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974

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