Atty. Phyllis Gutto

Atty. Phyllis Gutto

Phyllis Gutto is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills. Phyllis received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Newark Newark 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Phyllis Gutto at a glance

Phyllis Gutto is a wills and trusts attorney based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1987), District of Columbia (1989), and New York (1995). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1987) and Fordham University (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Phyllis Gutto is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills
  • Phyllis received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Phyllis practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Phyllis Gutto's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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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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Where is Phyllis Gutto's law office located?
Phyllis Gutto's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phyllis Gutto handle?
Phyllis Gutto focuses on wills, trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Phyllis Gutto practiced law?
Phyllis Gutto has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Phyllis Gutto go to law school?
Phyllis Gutto earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Phyllis Gutto for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Phyllis Gutto received?
Phyllis Gutto's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1987
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1995

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