Atty. William J. Riina

Atty. William J. Riina

Mr. William J.

Florham Park Florham Park 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Riina at a glance

William J. Riina is a Partner based in Florham Park, New Jersey, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on product liability. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1977), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1977), New York (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (2001). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships & Affiliations American Board of Trial Advocates Bergen County Bar Association Defense Research Institute American Bar Association District V-A Ethics Committee, Past Member District V-A Fee Arbitration Committee, Past Member and Chair. Serands clients in Florham Park, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William J. Riina is a lawyer practicing civil, construction, product liability and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at Wilson Elser in Florham Park, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Riina's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

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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 Florham Park 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 William J. Riina's law office located?
William J. Riina's law practice is located in Florham Park, New Jersey. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Riina handle?
William J. Riina focuses on product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has William J. Riina practiced law?
William J. Riina has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William J. Riina go to law school?
William J. Riina earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact William J. Riina for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William J. Riina received?
William J. Riina's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of Rochester
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1977
New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001
Maine
Admitted: 2017

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