Atty. Thomas E Shields
Thomas E Shields is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, matrimonial law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a A.B. degree from Rutgers University, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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Thomas E Shields is a family law, real estate, bankruptcy, and appellate attorney based in Wayne, New Jersey. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1973). Educated at Seton Hall University J.D. (—) and Rutgers University A.B. (—). Serves clients in Wayne, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas E Shields is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, matrimonial law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law
- Thomas received a A.B. degree from Rutgers University, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Thomas practices in Wayne, NJ
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Thomas E Shields is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Thomas E Shields is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Thomas E Shields is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in New Jersey →
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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 Wayne 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.
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