Overview
Jennifer Kelliher provides strategic litigation counsel to both individuals and corporate clients across a wide range of industries, including construction, machinery, chemicals, consumer products, insurance, retail, automotive, and food and beverage. She works closely with clients to develop a risk-mitigating approach to litigation that aligns with the clients’ business goals and comfort with trial. She excels in evaluating claims, identifying the strengths and weaknesses that shape the direction of each matter, and developing the necessary proofs to place her clients in the best position for a resolution, whether it be through negotiations or trial.
A seasoned litigator, Jennifer regularly represents clients in New Jersey’s state and federal courts. Outside of her litigation practice, she contributes to the community as a member of the New Jersey Supreme Court Ethics Committee and provides pro bono service through the Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Project.
Recognition
- New Jersey Rising Stars® (2024 and 2025)
Memberships
- Morris County Chambers of Commerce - Member
- Morris County Bar Association - Member
- District Ethics Committee - Member
News
Articles
Speaking Engagements
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"2024 HR Legal Update," Morris County Chamber of Commerce, 1/30/2024
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"Tips and Tricks for Using Generative AI to Ethically and Effectively Enhance Your Practice," Porzio's Seventh Annual Ethics & Eggs CLE Seminar, 12/07/2023
Representative Matters
- Served as lead trial counsel for a luxury automotive manufacturer in a product liability action and obtained a directed verdict at the close of Plaintiff’s case.
- Obtained summary judgment dismissal in favor of a luxury automotive manufacturer in a product liability action stemming from a vehicle fire.
- Obtained dismissal of a Complaint in a breach of contract action against a transportation logistics company based on personal jurisdiction grounds.
- Successfully enforced a settlement agreement before the Appellate Division.
- Barred an economic expert from testifying at trial based on net-opinion grounds, resulting in the dismissal of an economic damages claim.
- Obtained summary judgment dismissal in favor of a chemical manufacturing facility in a premises liability matter based on the ongoing storm doctrine, affirmed by Appellate Division, and certification denied by the NJ Supreme Court.