James P. Lynch

James P. Lynch offers extensive legal expertise, honed over thirty years as a distinguished state and federal prosecutor. He commenced his legal journey as an associate attorney at a Mt. Holly law firm. Subsequently, he served two years as an Assistant Deputy Public Defender in Camden.

In 1982, Mr. Lynch embarked on his prosecutorial path with the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office, holding significant roles such as Chief of Narcotics, Chief of Major Crimes, and Chief of the Homicide Unit over the next twelve years.

In 1994, he was appointed as the First Assistant Prosecutor of Gloucester County, a position he held until 1996. He then returned to Camden as First Assistant Prosecutor, serving until 2006 when he became Acting Camden County Prosecutor. Later that year, Mr. Lynch was appointed Assistant United States Attorney by Chris Christie, continuing under Paul J. Fishman for about six years.

Throughout his career, Mr. Lynch maintained active involvement in trial work while often serving in supervisory capacities. He is also known for providing legal instruction to attorneys and law enforcement officers across various forums in the state.