Atty. William J. Hanley

Atty. William J. Hanley

William J. Hanley is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 7 other areas of law.

Madison Madison 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Hanley at a glance

William J. Hanley is a formation, personal injury, business, bankruptcy, and slip & fall attorney based in Madison, New Jersey. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1972), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1972), Pennsylvania (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1979). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1972) and Providence College (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Essex County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations New Jersey Defense Association. Serands clients in Madison, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William J. Hanley is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Providence College in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices in Madison, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Hanley's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

William J. Hanley is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in New Jersey →

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.

William J. Hanley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William J. Hanley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William J. Hanley is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

William J. Hanley is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Madison 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 William J. Hanley

Where is William J. Hanley's law office located?
William J. Hanley's law practice is located in Madison, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Hanley handle?
William J. Hanley focuses on formation, personal injury, business, bankruptcy, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has William J. Hanley practiced law?
William J. Hanley has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William J. Hanley go to law school?
William J. Hanley earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact William J. Hanley for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Hanley 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 William J. Hanley received?
William J. Hanley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1972
B.S.
Providence College
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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