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Attorney James J. DiVergilis

Result-Oriented Professional, established Attorney in both PA & NJ, with a JD, MBA & BS, eight plus years in government affairs and extensive practical experience. Offers demonstrated abilities in building consensus on a wide variety of issues by initiating dialogue and facilitating open communication among diverse parties with differing opinions and motivations. Works well under pressure and exhibits excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.

Expertise:

Government & Public Affairs Law
State & Federal Criminal Law
Election Law
Zoning/Code (Permits) Law
Gaming Law
Contract Negotiations
Television, Movie & Personal Appearance Negotiations
Corporate Communications
Strategic Planning
Team Facilitation
Labor &Employment Law
Players/Coaches Contracts

Highlights

Contacts: Recruited, based on visibility and acceptance within city, state and federal political circles as well as community, religious and labor union organizations, to lobby and establish legal gaming in PA and expanding gaming in NJ.
Successfully assisted in legislation passed in PA and advancing legislation in NJ.
Provided crucial recommendations that saved thousands of dollars in full construction expenses in Philadelphia.
Legal/Contact/Facilitator Investor(s) to Purchase Casino(s) & Racino or Est. a Management Contract in PA, MS, MI and NJ.
Grassroots: Team Player Teamsters 830 & Beverage Association Beat Philadelphia Soda/Sugar Beverage Tax.
Grassroots: Established the Friends of James J. DiVergilis political action committee (PAC).
Grassroots: Recruited and participated in various elections: Governor, State Senate, State Representative, Mayor, City Council, District Attorney, County Commissioner, State Committeeperson, County, City and State Judicial, Political Sub-division Party President and Party Committeeperson.
Grassroots: Candidate for Court of Common Pleas Judge for Philadelphia, PA in 2003.

Key Responsibilities

Multiple issues: Developed and executed short and long term business plans that addressed advocating gaming law in PA as well as related issues: taxes (Department of Revenue), environmental impact (Department of Environmental Protection), (DEP), Energy Sources (Green Energy), zoning, code, work permits (OSHA), employment, diversity, discrimination, labor (NLRB), pensions (ERISA), health insurance (Medicare & Medicaid), pharmaceuticals (prescriptions) and continued education.
Multiple jurisdictions: Coordinated, advised on and instituted internal policies with external affairs on all levels of local, state and federal governments in PA, NJ, NY, MD, MS, NV, MI, FL and AZ.
Interpreted, analyzed and advised on expanding gaming law and/or tribal rule in multiple states: PA, NJ, NY, MD and AZ.
Identified, monitored and interacted with outside vendors for site location (siting), including financial interests high wealth investors and partners, realtors, architects, contractors, engineers, accountants, lawyers, traffic specialists, transportation specialists, media representatives and lobbyists.
Tracked and counseled on financial contributions (accessibility) to all levels of elected officials, including 527 accounts, political subdivisions, religious organizations, community groups and labor unions.
Monitored, tracked and advocated for, stalled, or sidetracked negative legislation.
Identified, monitored, conducted and participated in opinion and electoral polls/surveys.
Provided advice/guidance on theory and practice of law in addition to conducting research and preparing position papers/presentations for internal/external audiences.

Career Track

Law Office of Erik B. Jensen, P.C. 2009-Present
Teamsters Local 830, Legal Counsel/Public Affairs/Community/Government Affairs Liaison & Advisor 6/08-Present
Matt Taubenberger for PA State Representative, Labor Liaison, Gambling Law & Electorate Advisor Fall 2008
Global Gaming Corporation, Director, Government Affairs 2003-2008
Law Offices of James J. DiVergilis 1997-2003
Law Offices of Silver & DiVergilis 1995-1997
Law Offices of Silver, DiVergilis & Marrone 1993-1995
National Labor Relations Board Region 22, Legal Intern 1992

Credentials

Admitted to United States District Court District of New Jersey
Admitted to United States District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted to New Jersey Bar
Admitted to Pennsylvania Bar
JD, Seton Hall University School of Law
MBA, Concentration-Human Resources/Labor Relations & Marketing, Widener University
BS, Business Administration, Concentration-Human Resources/Labor Relations, Minor-Economics, Widener University

With decades of collective experience, our attorneys provide the kind of guidance and assistance that clients can depend on. We maintain flexible office hours, respond promptly to questions and concerns, and stay on top of changes in Pennsylvania and New Jersey law. Over the years we have served thousands of satisfied clients in diverse areas of the law. We made a difference for them and can make the difference for you. To learn more about our firm and how we can help you, please contact us today.

We serve the Philadelphia, PA area, including Drexel Hill, Chester, Springfield, Bucks County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Chester County, Philadelphia County, and surrounding areas, as well as Bellmawr, Camden, Cherry Hill, Camden County, Salem County, Gloucester County, Burlington County, and surrounding areas throughout southern New Jersey.