Edmund J. Shea, Environmental Attorney in Jersey City, New Jersey
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental and Litigation
Jersey City, NJ
Practicing environmental in Jersey City since 1994.
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Edmund J. Shea is an attorney based in Jersey City, NJ. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation. Edmund has over 32 years of legal experience.
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- Handles Environmental and Litigation matters from Jersey City, NJ.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Edmund J. Shea: Edmund J. Shea is an attorney based in Jersey City, NJ. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation. Edmund has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Edmund takes on
Edmund concentrates on environmental and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edmund handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Jersey City, New Jersey
Edmund takes environmental matters in Jersey City, 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 Edmund agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Jersey City, New Jersey
Edmund takes litigation matters in Jersey City, 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 Edmund agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Edmund J. Shea — environmental lawyer in Jersey City
Edmund J. Shea is an attorney based in Jersey City, NJ. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation. Edmund has over 32 years of legal experience.
Edmund J. Shea is a lawyer practicing environmental law, asbestos litigation. Edmund received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1983, and has been licensed for 32 years. Edmund practices in Jersey City, NJ.
Edmund's approach to environmental cases
Edmund J. Shea is a lawyer practicing environmental law, asbestos litigation. Edmund received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1983, and has been licensed for 32 years. Edmund practices in Jersey City, NJ.
Clients Edmund works with
Edmund reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental and litigation matters in Jersey City and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York Law School
J.D. · 1993
Providence College
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Edmund's state bar admissions
New York
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1994 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1994 · ACTIVE
Edmund studied at J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in Providence College.
Law school and academic background
Edmund completed J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in Providence College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edmund runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Edmund J. Shea's office in Jersey City
Edmund's primary office is at 830 Bergen Ave Ste 8 A, Jersey City, NJ, 07306-4507. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Edmund J. Shea — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edmund usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edmund charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edmund'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; Edmund will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Jersey City, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Edmund
Edmund discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Edmund confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edmund's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edmund J. Shea
How much does it cost to hire Edmund for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edmund walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edmund offer a free consultation?
Edmund charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edmund's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Edmund's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Edmund gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edmund take my case if I'm outside Jersey City?
Edmund 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 — Edmund 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 Edmund?
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. Edmund will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edmund accepting new environmental clients right now?
Edmund's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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