Atty. Leo James Hurley

Atty. Leo James Hurley

Leo James Hurley is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar criminal defense, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law. Leo received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Jersey City Jersey City 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Leo James Hurley at a glance

Leo James Hurley is an Associate based in Jersey City, New Jersey, practicing at Connell Foley LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trusts, criminal defense, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2004) and New York U.S. Courts of the Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2007). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2003) and Georgetown University (B.A., 2000). Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Jersey City, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leo James Hurley is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar criminal defense, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law
  • Leo received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Leo practices at Connell Foley LLP in Jersey City, NJ and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Leo James Hurley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leo James Hurley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax 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 Jersey City 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 Leo James Hurley

Where is Leo James Hurley's law office located?
Leo James Hurley's law practice is located in Jersey City, New Jersey. The firm is Connell Foley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leo James Hurley handle?
Leo James Hurley focuses on trusts, criminal defense, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Leo James Hurley practiced law?
Leo James Hurley has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Leo James Hurley go to law school?
Leo James Hurley earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Leo James Hurley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 2003
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2004
New York U.S. Courts of the Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2007

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