Christopher J. Hoare, Health Care Attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care and Litigation · 4.9/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
ShareholderatCapehart & Scatchard, P.A.
Mount Laurel, NJ
Practicing health care in Mount Laurel since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 9 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Christopher J. Hoare is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Health Care and Litigation. Christopher has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
- Based in
- Mount Laurel, NJ
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Health Care · Litigation
- Handles Health Care and Litigation matters from Mount Laurel, NJ.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Christopher J. Hoare: Christopher J. Hoare is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Health Care and Litigation. Christopher has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Christopher takes on
Christopher concentrates on health care and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christopher handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Christopher takes health care matters in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Christopher takes litigation matters in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Christopher J. Hoare — health care lawyer in Mount Laurel
Christopher J. Hoare is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on Health Care and Litigation. Christopher has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Mr. Hoare specializes in legal malpractice, construction accident, NY Labor Law, construction defect, railroad defense, trucking/transportation liability, and medical malpractice litigation. Before becoming an attorney, he worked in railroad track construction and safety training at Conrail as well as a Legal Claims Agent for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak). For 19 years, he has represented his clients in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania in legal malpractice, premises liability, transportation, trucking, and construction accident litigation (including NY Labor Law) cases. Chris also represents all sizes of railroads in cases involving FELA defense, premises liability, and grade crossing collision litigation. His practice also includes defense of cases involving amusement and indoor water parks, carnival ride manufacturers, food and beverage retail establishment owner/operator liability (dram shop), and premises liability matters. Mr. Hoare is the Chair of Capehart’s Litigation and Professional Liability Departments. A significant area of practice for Chris is professional negligence, including defending pharmacists and medical care providers from suits involving medical malpractice. Through Capehart’s upstate office in Elmira, N.Y, Chris also has developed a specialty in the field of representing companies related to the oil exploration and gas fracturing (“fracking”) industries. He has tried dozens of cases to verdict in federal and state courts in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Publications
Transportation Newsletter, a newsletter which highlights transportation litigation relating to railroads and the trucking industry, Co-Editor and Contributing Author, 2009-2018.
USDC-DNY Dismisses FELA Suit: Accident Not Forseeable to Railroad and Inadmissible Expert Opinion, February 2014.
Transportation Broker Not Liable Under Carmack Amendment for Injuries Caused by Truck Driver, 2014.
FELA Preempts State Law: FELA Worker Not Eligible for New York’s No Fault Insurance Benefits, February 2014.
New Jersey State Court Enforces Water Park Liability Waiver, April 2013.
Affidavit of Merit is Key to Defense of Legal Malpractice Claim, Capehart Scatchard Practice Tip, April 2011.
New Jersey Supreme Court Affirms Sovereign Immunity for Injuries on Public Property, Legal Alerts, February 2011.
“New Jersey Supreme Court Affirms Sovereign Immunity for Injuries on Public Property,” Capehart Scatchard Legal Alert, February 2010.
Liability Waivers Remain Enforceable In New Jersey, Litigation Quarterly, October 2010.
Wage Continuation Versus Advancements In Controlling FELA Injury Claims, Transportation Newsletter, June 2009.
“New York Supreme Court Decision Affirms ‘Recalcitrant Worker’ Defense,” Capehart Scatchard Legal Alert, March, 2009.
Classes and Seminars
“Anatomy of a Jury Trial: From Answer to Verdict,” Capehart Scatchard in-house CLE, November 2023.
“Understanding the FELA - An Overview of the Federal Employers Liability Act FELA,” Gemini Underwriters, December 2018
“Federal Preclusion Applied to Track Appliance in FELA Case - a Case Study,” National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel, October 2018
“Commercial Vehicle Claims Update,” MaidenRe, September 2017
“Amtrak Derailment - Train 188 - May 12, 2015,” Iron Shore / Liberty Mutual Insurance Underwriters, June 2017
“Multi-District Litigation in the context of a Passenger Train Derailment,” New Jersey Transaction Conference, April 2017
“Multi-District Litigation- Response to Amtrak Train #188 Derailment,” National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Winter Meeting, March 2017
“Understanding the FELA: An Overview of the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (“FELA”), New Jersey TransAction Conference 2016, April 2016
Business Law 101: Entity Selection, Formation, Organization, Governance - A Refresher & A Primer, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 2013
Professional Awards & Honors
Was selected to 2011 list of AV Preeminent lawyers. This award is conferred by Martindale-Hubbell.
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How Christopher handles health care matters
Co-Chair, Litigation Practice Mr. Hoare specializes in legal malpractice, construction accident, NY Labor Law, construction defect, railroad defense, trucking/transportation liability, and medical malpractice litigation. Before becoming an attorney, he worked in railroad track construction and safety training at Conrail as well as a Legal Claims Agent for the National Railroad Passenger…
The kind of cases Christopher takes
Christopher reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care and litigation matters in Mount Laurel and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, NJ J.D.
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Christopher's state bar admissions
New York
2007 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1992 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1992 · ACTIVE
Christopher studied at — in Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, NJ J.D. and — in Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ B.A..
Law school and academic background
Christopher completed — in Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, NJ J.D. and — in Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christopher runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Christopher has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Christopher's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations & Memberships National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel (NARTC), Member
membership
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Council Member, Civil Litigation Section
membership
New Jersey State Bar Association, Civil Litigation Section
membership
Federation of Defense Counsel Member
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Locations
Christopher J. Hoare's office in Mount Laurel
Christopher's primary office is at 8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 300 S, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Capehart & Scatchard, P.A.
8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 300 S
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
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Client reviews of Christopher J. Hoare — 4.9/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Christopher. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Mount Laurel.
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How to hire Christopher J. Hoare — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christopher usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christopher charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Christopher will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Christopher
Christopher discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Christopher confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christopher's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christopher J. Hoare
How much does it cost to hire Christopher for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christopher walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christopher offer a free consultation?
Christopher charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Christopher's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Christopher gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christopher take my case if I'm outside Mount Laurel?
Christopher is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Christopher will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Christopher?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Christopher will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christopher accepting new health care clients right now?
Christopher's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Mount Laurel, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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