Atty. Peter J Carton

Atty. Peter J Carton

Peter J Carton is a lawyer practicing land use / zoning, health care, real estate development and 1 other area of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Newark Newark 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About Peter J Carton at a glance

Peter J Carton is a Director based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and health care. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1966) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1966). Educated at Columbia University (LL.B., 1966) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter J Carton is a lawyer practicing land use / zoning, health care, real estate development and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Peter practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Peter J Carton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J Carton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Peter J Carton is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Newark 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

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Where is Peter J Carton's law office located?
Peter J Carton's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter J Carton handle?
Peter J Carton focuses on real estate, zoning, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Peter J Carton practiced law?
Peter J Carton has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Peter J Carton go to law school?
Peter J Carton earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (A.B., 1963).
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What awards or recognition has Peter J Carton received?
Peter J Carton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Columbia University
- 1966
A.B.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1966

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