Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr., Personal Injury Attorney in Morristown, New Jersey
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability
Morristown, NJ
Practicing personal injury in Morristown since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. is an attorney based in Morristown, NJ. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Gerald has over 51 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Morristown, NJ
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from Morristown, NJ.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr.: Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. is an attorney based in Morristown, NJ. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Gerald has over 51 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr.
Gerald concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gerald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Personal Injury cases in Morristown, New Jersey
Gerald takes personal injury matters in Morristown, 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Morristown, New Jersey
Gerald takes product liability matters in Morristown, 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. — Over 51 years of New Jersey personal injury experience
Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. is an attorney based in Morristown, NJ. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Gerald has over 51 years of legal experience.
Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, product liability, medical negligence and 1 other area of law. Gerald Martin received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. Gerald Martin practices in Morristown, NJ.
How Gerald handles personal injury matters
Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, product liability, medical negligence and 1 other area of law. Gerald Martin received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. Gerald Martin practices in Morristown, NJ.
The kind of cases Gerald takes
Gerald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters in Morristown and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr.'s legal education and bar admissions
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1975
Boston College
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Gerald's state bar admissions
California
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1980 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1975 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1975 · ACTIVE
Gerald studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
Gerald completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gerald runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr.'s office in Morristown
Gerald's primary office is at 89 Hq. Plaza North Tower, 14th Fl., Morristown, NJ, 07960. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gerald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gerald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gerald'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; Gerald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Morristown, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Gerald
Gerald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Gerald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gerald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gerald Martin Compeau, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Gerald for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gerald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gerald offer a free consultation?
Gerald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gerald's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Gerald's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Gerald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gerald take my case if I'm outside Morristown?
Gerald 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 — Gerald 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 Gerald?
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. Gerald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gerald accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Gerald's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Morristown, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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