Philip F. McGovern, Jr.
About Philip F. McGovern, Jr.
Philip F. McGovern, Jr. is a lawyer based in Newark, NJ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Philip F. McGovern, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Newark, New Jersey
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Tanenbaum Keale LLP
Education: Seton Hall University, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Newark, NJ
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