Atty. William J Kearns

Atty. William J Kearns

William J Kearns is a lawyer practicing real estate, trust and estate, insurance and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from St.

Liberty Corner Liberty Corner 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About William J Kearns at a glance

William J Kearns is a Member based in Liberty Corner, New Jersey, practicing at Kearns & Duffy, P.C.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, zoning, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1967), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1967), District of Columbia (1968), and U.S. Tax Court (1968). Educated at Fordham University (LL.B., 1964) and St. Anselm's College (B.A. History, 1961). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Somerset County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Liberty Corner, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William J Kearns is a lawyer practicing real estate, trust and estate, insurance and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from St. Anselm's College in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • William practices at Kearns & Duffy, P.C. in Liberty Corner, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

William J Kearns's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Insurance 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 Liberty Corner 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 Kearns

Where is William J Kearns's law office located?
William J Kearns's law practice is located in Liberty Corner, New Jersey. The firm is Kearns & Duffy, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J Kearns handle?
William J Kearns focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, zoning, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has William J Kearns practiced law?
William J Kearns has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did William J Kearns go to law school?
William J Kearns earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.A. History, 1961).
How can I contact William J Kearns for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William J Kearns received?
William J Kearns's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

LL.B.
Fordham University
- 1964
B.A. History
St. Anselm's College
- 1961

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1967
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1968

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