About James
Biography
Experienced, Knowledgeable, and Aggressive Civil Trial Lawyer
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 15 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 16 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
James Lee Fant's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
1 Client Review
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Posted by David | July 09, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Workers Compensation: Sued by former employee
James handled two situations for me, one led to a case, which James handled with professionalism and patience. Emotions for me ran high for this particular case and James was receptive and responsive in helping me understand how the law worked in my particular case. A learning experience for me. T...
James Lee Fant's Lawyer Endorsements
"I met James while assisting his law firm in a complex litigation matter. James is a hardworking and diligent attorney who is able to efficiently parse the facts of a case and apply the controlling law to the most important issues. I would recommend James to my clients in need of a trial attorney in Northern New Jersey."
"James and I have worked on cases together. In addition, James has worked on matters for friends of mine. He has always done an excellent job. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a zealous advocate for his clients. He possesses a wealth of knowledge of law, procedure, and can always see two steps ahead of his adversary. I give James my highest endorsement of a colleague of impeccable character and trustworthiness."
Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Partner, Hardin Kundla McKeon & Poletto P.A. A Professional Corporation
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Hon. Jamie D. Happas, Presiding Judge, Superior Court of New Jersey
Associations
2010 - Present
Bergen County Bar Association
Education
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2008
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
New Jersey new statute of frauds permits oral contract for real estate, but what if we never agreed to sale price?
11 Oct 2012
Can i sue for emotional distress for a possible epidural overdose.
10 Jul 2012
My employer fired me without warning today in NJ. They claimed I altered letters but no proof was shown. Is that legal?
11 Jul 2012
Legal Guides
New Jersey Workers' Compensastion Overview
01 Nov 2012
Unpaid Sick Leave: NJ Family Leave Act and Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
27 Aug 2012
New Jersey Employment Law: Unused Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
23 Aug 2012