Richard J. Murray, Esq.: Certified Civil Trial Attorney
Court House Plaza, 60 Washington Street, Morristown, New Jersey 07960, Phone 973-656-1300, Fax 973-984-0430

What is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney?
The Supreme Court of New Jersey has set high standards for any attorney who wishes to be certified as a "civil trial attorney." As of 1999, only 1,450 attorneys of the 68,700 admitted attorneys were certified. The requirements for certification by the Supreme Court are as follows:

  • Must be a member in good standing of the New Jersey Bar for at least five years;
  • Must have taken a specific number of continuing legal education courses in the three years prior to filing an application;
  • Must demonstrate substantial involvement in preparation of litigated matters;
  • Must demonstrate an unblemished reputation by submitting a list of attorneys and judges who will attest to the applicant's character and ability; and
  • Must pass a written examination covering various aspects of practice in the designated specialty.

Please visit the web site of the Supreme Court of New Jersey Board on Attorney Certification at: http://www.njbac.org/12.htm for more information.

Please contact our firm via e-mail at rmurray@rjmesq.com or via phone at 973-656-1300.

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