How much does it cost to hire Barbara for a general case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Barbara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Barbara offer a free consultation?

Barbara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barbara's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Barbara's current terms during booking.

How long do general cases in New Jersey typically take?

Simple general 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. Barbara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Barbara take my case if I'm outside Mount Laurel?

Barbara 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 — Barbara 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 Barbara?

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. Barbara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Barbara accepting new general clients right now?

Barbara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Barbara J. Davis, General Attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on General, Litigation, and Product Liability · 4.7/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

ShareholderatMarshall Dennehey

Mount Laurel, NJ

Practicing general in Mount Laurel since 1986.

40+: Years practicing
4.7 ★: 12 client reviews
3: Bar admissions

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Barbara J. Davis is a shareholder based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Product Liability. Barbara has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Based in: Mount Laurel, NJ
Experience: over 40 years
Known for: General · Litigation · Product Liability

Handles General, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Mount Laurel, NJ.
Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Barbara J. Davis

Barbara concentrates on general, litigation, product liability, real estate, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Barbara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Barbara takes general 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Barbara 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Barbara takes product liability 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Barbara takes real estate 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Barbara takes insurance 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Barbara J. Davis — Over 40 years of New Jersey general experience

Barbara has practiced in a wide range of litigation matters, including motor vehicle, premises, products liability, coverage issues, negligent security and liquor liability. She has represented a number of retail companies in personal injury actions ranging from slip and falls, property damage claims, fire loss claims and criminal acts of third parties often involving contractual issues between the parties. Barbara has defended claims on behalf of railcar manufacturers in both product liability and personal injury claims as well as trucking and private bus companies. She also represents homeowners, apartment complexes and condominium associations in personal injury and property damage claims due to undisclosed or alleged mold exposure.

Additionally, Barbara has handled over 500 automobile cases including wrongful death matters and injury cases. She has represented a considerable number of product and component part manufacturers, vendors in product liability actions and fire loss cases with various defendants and coverage issues involved.

Barbara is a cum laude graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo. She obtained her juris doctor in 1986 with honors from Rutgers University in Camden. While at Rutgers University, she was a member of the National Moot Court team and received an award for excellence in brief writing for the Stratton Advanced Moot Court Competition.

Following law school, Barbara served as a law clerk to the Honorable Charles A. Little of the New Jersey Superior Court, Camden County, Civil Division. Barbara joined the Cherry Hill, New Jersey, office of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin in 1989 and is the supervising attorney in the firm's casualty group.

Barbara has lectured for various organizations including the South Jersey Claims Association and the Camden County Bar Association.

Barbara is a member of the Camden County Bar Association and New Jersey Defense Association, and is admitted in the state and federal courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania and the United States Supreme Court. Barbara serves as an arbitrator for Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties.

Honors & Awards

•AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
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•The Best Lawyers in America, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2023-2026)
The Best Lawyers list is issued by Woodward & White. A description of the selection methodology can be found here . No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.
•New Jersey Super Lawyers (2006-2009)
The Super Lawyers list is issued by Thomson Reuters. A description of the selection methodology can be found here . No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Classes/Seminars Taught

•Tort Immunity in Community Associations, Marshall Dennehey Client Presentation, May, 2020
•Preparing for Mediation, 7th Annual Advanced Mediation and Advocacy Skills Institute, Philadelphia, PA, October 15, 2009
•Advanced Personal Injury Practice in New Jersey, National Business Institute, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, July 27, 2004

Published Works

•'Plaintiffs Lose Their Double Recovery in Wrongful Death and Survival Actions,' Defense Digest, June 2004
•'New Jersey Court Rules - Convenience Stores Must Ensure Safety of Workers,' Defense Digest, Vol 3, No. 4, 1997
•'New Jersey Trial Court Dismisses Plaintiff's Complaint Alleging Wrongful Termination and Age Discrimination,' Defense Digest, Spring 1994
•'New Jersey Appellate Court Affirms Dismissal of Claim Under Verbal Threshold,' Defense Digest, Winter 1993/94
•'Residency of Child of Divorced Parents Considered by N.J. Court,' Defense Digest, Spring 1993

Results

Unanimous Defense Verdict in Premises Liability Case

We secured a unanimous defense verdict in a premises liability case where an intoxicated social guest fell down stairs at the defendant’s home. As the plaintiff supplied her own alcohol and was dutifully cared for by the defendants after her intoxication, the jury found for our client.

News

98 Marshall Dennehey Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

August 20, 2025

Barbara's approach to general cases

The kind of cases Barbara takes

Barbara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, litigation, and product liability matters in Mount Laurel and the surrounding New Jersey area.

Credentials

Barbara J. Davis's legal education and bar admissions

Rutgers Law School
J.D. · 1986
State University of New York at Buffalo
B.A. · 1983

Jurisdictions

Barbara's state bar admissions

U.S. Supreme Court
1990 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1986 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1986 · ACTIVE

Barbara studied at J.D. in Rutgers Law School and B.A. in State University of New York at Buffalo.

Law school and academic background

Barbara completed J.D. in Rutgers Law School and B.A. in State University of New York at Buffalo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Barbara runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Barbara J. Davis

Barbara has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Barbara's professional memberships and bar associations

Associations & Memberships •Camden County Bar Association •New Jersey Defense Association
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Locations

Barbara J. Davis's office in Mount Laurel

Barbara's primary office is at 15000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 200, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Marshall Dennehey

15000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 200

Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Barbara J. Davis — 4.7/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Barbara. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Mount Laurel.

4.7

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Hiring guide

How to hire Barbara J. Davis — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Barbara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Barbara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barbara'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; Barbara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Barbara

Barbara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Barbara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Barbara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Barbara J. Davis

How much does it cost to hire Barbara for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Barbara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Barbara offer a free consultation?
Barbara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barbara's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Barbara's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple general 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. Barbara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Barbara take my case if I'm outside Mount Laurel?
Barbara 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 — Barbara 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 Barbara?
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. Barbara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Barbara accepting new general clients right now?
Barbara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving Mount Laurel, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey

Barbara handles general matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.

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