Atty. Philip E Stern
Philip E Stern is a lawyer practicing education, labor and employment law, participating extensively in litigation and 1 other area of law. Philip received a M.A. degree from Montclair State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Education & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ · 36+ Years Experience
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About Philip E Stern at a Glance
Philip E Stern is a Member based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Adams, Gutierrez & Lattiboudere. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1994), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1996). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1989) and Montclair State University (M.A. Wesleyan, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association. Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Philip E Stern
- Philip E Stern is a lawyer practicing education, labor and employment law, participating extensively in litigation and 1 other area of law
- Philip received a M.A. degree from Montclair State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Philip practices at Adams, Gutierrez & Lattiboudere in Newark, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Philip E Stern's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip E Stern handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.
Employment Law in Newark
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Philip E Stern is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil Litigation in Newark
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Philip E Stern is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →
Education Law in Newark
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Philip E Stern is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in New Jersey →
Mediation & Arbitration in Newark
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Philip E Stern is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark
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 venue, 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.
Newark Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Newark-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Newark Choose Philip E Stern
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Philip E Stern's practice in the field of employment, litigation, education, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Philip E Stern brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, Philip E Stern can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, litigation, and education, Philip E Stern can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Newark
A Newark-based practice means Philip E Stern attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Philip E Stern Handles in Newark
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