Atty. Peter Jonathan Fontaine

Atty. Peter Jonathan Fontaine

Mr. Peter Jonathan Fontaine is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, litigation, climate change and environmental practices.

Cherry Hill Cherry Hill 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Jonathan Fontaine at a glance

Peter Jonathan Fontaine is a Member based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, practicing at Cozen Oconnor. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Maine (1990), District of Columbia (1992), New Jersey (1995), and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of (1995). Educated at George Washington University National Law Center (J.D., 1990) and University of New Hampshire (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Cherry Hill, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Peter Jonathan Fontaine is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, litigation, climate change and environmental practices
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Peter practices at Cozen O'Connor in Cherry Hill, NJ and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Jonathan Fontaine's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Jonathan Fontaine 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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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Peter Jonathan Fontaine is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New Jersey →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Peter Jonathan Fontaine is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Cherry Hill 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 Jonathan Fontaine

Where is Peter Jonathan Fontaine's law office located?
Peter Jonathan Fontaine's law practice is located in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The firm is Cozen Oconnor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Jonathan Fontaine handle?
Peter Jonathan Fontaine focuses on litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Peter Jonathan Fontaine practiced law?
Peter Jonathan Fontaine has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Peter Jonathan Fontaine go to law school?
Peter Jonathan Fontaine earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Peter Jonathan Fontaine for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Jonathan Fontaine 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 Jonathan Fontaine received?
Peter Jonathan Fontaine's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University National Law Center
- 1990
B.A.
University of New Hampshire
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
New Jersey
Admitted: 1995
Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 2011

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