Atty. William P Cunningham

Atty. William P Cunningham

William P Cunningham is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, municipal court law and 1 other area of law. William received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Brick Brick 51 Years Experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About William P Cunningham at a glance

William P Cunningham is a Partner based in Brick, New Jersey, practicing at Starkey, Kelly, Kenneally, Cunningham and Turnbach. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1975), U.S. District Court District of New Jersey (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, New Jersey (J.D., 1975) and Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA B.S. Business/Marketing Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA B.S. Minor: Mathematics Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA B.S. dea (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Brick, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William P Cunningham is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, municipal court law and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices at Starkey, Kelly, Kenneally, Cunningham and Turnbach in Brick, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

William P Cunningham's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Brick 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 P Cunningham

Where is William P Cunningham's law office located?
William P Cunningham's law practice is located in Brick, New Jersey. The firm is Starkey, Kelly, Kenneally, Cunningham and Turnbach. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P Cunningham handle?
William P Cunningham focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has William P Cunningham practiced law?
William P Cunningham has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William P Cunningham go to law school?
William P Cunningham earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (—).
How can I contact William P Cunningham for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William P Cunningham received?
William P Cunningham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, New Jersey
- 1975
Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA B.S. Business/Marketing Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA B.S. Minor: Mathematics Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, USA B.S. dea
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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