$ 250-350 per hour
James H Cleary
About James
Biography
I am an attorney based in Rutherford, New Jersey. My mission is to provide residents of New Jersey with quality legal advice. When you visit or call my office, l will make sure that you are comfortable and understand important concepts regarding Litigation, Estates and Estate Planning such as time limits to start suit, Medicaid, revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, wills, end of life care, guardianship, durable powers of attorney, health care powers of attorney, living wills, HIPPA authorization and probate. Everyone in our office is knowledgeable and caring. Our firm's goal is to guide you, so that when it comes time to make an informed decision about your family's future, you will be confident that the decision is correct. So, give us a call at or email me at and I will personally make sure you receive the answers you need.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
20%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in New Jersey for 54 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1971
No misconduct found
Location
James H. Cleary, P.A.
71 Kip Avenue, P.O. Box 127, Rutherford, NJ, 07070-0127
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Posted by gary | December 15, 2014 | Real Estate
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JAMES CLEARY
As an attorney I have worked with James on real estate transactions as well as estate matters over the last 10 years. I also refer matters to him that my firm does not handle as I know they will be in good hands based upon his years of experience. He is very knowledgeable, professional and always h...
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2010 | Corporate & Incorporation
Excellent Attorney
I have been a client of Jim Cleary's for a number of years. He provided outstanding advice and service on my business's incorporation, and flawlessly handled the closing of my first home. Jim was extremely responsive and attentive to my legal needs.
Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2010 | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Experienced and Knowledgeable
We have received excellent legal council from James H. Cleary for many years. He was very knowledgeable in setting up my LLC and he guided us through the process of buying our first home.
Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2010
Reliable and Professional Service
I have relied on the legal advice of Mr. Cleary for many years. He has always provided exceptional attention and closure to my legal needs. I highly recommend him.
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Experience
Honors
2010
BV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Moot Court Association, Rutgers Moot Court Board
Work Experience
1978 - Present
Managing Partner, James H. Cleary, P.A.
1992 - 1995
Judge, Rutherford Municipal Court
Associations
Bergen County Bar Association
Member
Commercial Law League of America
Member
Kip Center
Board of Directors
Lion's Club
Past President
Sample of Legal Cases
Kahrar v. Borough of Wallington
Reversed Appellate Court Decision
Fire Guard Sprinkler Corp v. Manolio
Supreme Court affirmed Appellate Court ruling
Education
1971
Rutgers University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1966
Seton Hall University
BA - Bachelor of Arts