Atty. William E Rathjen

Atty. William E Rathjen

William E Rathjen is a lawyer practicing wills and estate administration, litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Edison Edison 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (848) 328-7081

Profile Summary

About William E Rathjen at a glance

William E Rathjen is a Member based in Edison, New Jersey, practicing at Feld and Rathjen. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1982). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1976). Active member of Middlesex County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Edison, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William E Rathjen is a lawyer practicing wills and estate administration, litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • William practices at Feld and Rathjen in Edison, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

William E Rathjen's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Edison 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William E Rathjen

Where is William E Rathjen's law office located?
William E Rathjen's law practice is located in Edison, New Jersey. The firm is Feld and Rathjen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E Rathjen handle?
William E Rathjen focuses on probate, personal injury, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has William E Rathjen practiced law?
William E Rathjen has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did William E Rathjen go to law school?
William E Rathjen earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact William E Rathjen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1980
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1982

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