Atty. Peter James Herrigel

Atty. Peter James Herrigel

Peter James Herrigel is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Montclair Montclair 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter James Herrigel at a glance

Peter James Herrigel is a Member based in Montclair, New Jersey, practicing at Herrigel & Herrigel LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, business, foreclosure, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1989), New Jersey (1989), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1989), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1990). Educated at Rutgers University-Camden (J.D., 1989) and University of Colorado (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Montclair, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter James Herrigel is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Peter practices at Herrigel & Herrigel LLC in Montclair, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Peter James Herrigel's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Business & Corporate Law

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Foreclosure Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Peter James Herrigel is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Montclair 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 Peter James Herrigel

Where is Peter James Herrigel's law office located?
Peter James Herrigel's law practice is located in Montclair, New Jersey. The firm is Herrigel & Herrigel LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter James Herrigel handle?
Peter James Herrigel focuses on wrongful termination, business, foreclosure, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Peter James Herrigel practiced law?
Peter James Herrigel has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Peter James Herrigel go to law school?
Peter James Herrigel earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Peter James Herrigel for a consultation?
You can contact Peter James Herrigel directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter James Herrigel received?
Peter James Herrigel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University-Camden
- 1989
B.A.
University of Colorado
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989
New Jersey
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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