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Philip P. Crowley: Tech & Life Sciences Startup Attorney in NJ & NY

Founder & Managing Partner, , Crowley Law LLC | Specialist in Business Formation, IP Protection, & Strategic Counsel

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908-829-6072

About Philip P. Crowley: Guiding Innovation from Concept to Scale

Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the Founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm dedicated to helping emerging Technology (Tech) and Life Sciences startups launch and achieve their full potential.
 
“I am passionate about working with mid-sized and emerging technology companies who are focused on creating products and services that save lives, reduce suffering, and increase quality of life.”
 

With 45+ years of experience guiding startups, Phil provides comprehensive support in:

  • Business Entity Formation and Structuring (including Mergers and Acquisitions – M&A).,
  • Intellectual Property (IP) Planning and Protection.,
  • Strategic Business and Legal Counsel.

 

As a trusted advisor, Phil guides entrepreneurs through critical initiatives like contract review and negotiation, licensing, and key employee arrangements.

His primary objective is to help startup businesses proactively avoid costly mistakes while laying a solid foundation for growth and success.

A Corporate Legal Pioneer: From Johnson & Johnson to Founder

Prior to launching Crowley Law LLC, Phil served as Corporate Counsel for Johnson & Johnson for over four decades (1970–2015). In this pivotal role, Phil was a key partner for Johnson & Johnson’s diversified businesses, providing strategic legal guidance in:

  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A),
  • Finance & Commercial Law,
  • FDA Regulations and environmental compliance,
  • Served as Primary Legal Liaison to Boards of Significant JNJ Subsidiaries (1982–2005)

Phil also gained essential early experience as an Associate at top-tier New York law firms: Cravath, Swaine & Moore and White & Case (1976–1982).

Honors & Awards

  • “Man of the Year” Hope Through Education – A Fund for Better Futures, 2022
  • Stevens Outstanding Contributor Award, 2019
  • Listed in Super Lawyers®, Business Law, 2019-2022
  • Stevens Alumni Award, 2002
  • Certificate of Appreciation, FDA, Joint FDA-Industry Workshop on Software as a Medical Device, 1997

Key Professional and Trade Affiliations

  • New Jersey State Bar Association: Chairman, Venture Capital, Angel Investor and Emerging Growth Technology Company Committee (2019 – Present),
  • Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), Chair, Law Committee (1987–1993),
  • Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) & NJ Corporate Counsel Association (Former Board Member),
  • Brightflag (Ireland), Board of Directors (SaaS company using AI for corporate law, 2015–2019),
  • Stevens Institute of Technology, Board of Trustees (1993 – Present)

Christian Jensen, Esq.

Of Counsel | Business & Commercial Litigation | Strategic Legal Advisor (NJ & NY)

Contact Christian Jensen

908-738-9398

About Christian Jensen: A Proven Leader in Business Litigation

Christian Jensen, Esq. is an accomplished Of Counsel attorney at Crowley Law LLC, specializing in representing closely-held companies of all sizes, from innovative start-ups to established multi-transaction ventures.

With extensive experience in business and commercial litigation, Christian delivers strategic, results-oriented legal counsel in state and federal courts, including trial and appellate levels, as well as various forums for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Beyond the Courtroom: Outside General Counsel Services Serving as an Outside General Counsel, Christian advises diverse private businesses across New Jersey and New York. His core focus areas include:

  • Commercial Disputes
  • Corporate Governance
  • Business Strategy and Advisory

 

His background uniquely combines the deep insight gained at one of New Jersey’s most respected law firms with the leadership experience as a partner at a top-tier business litigation boutique.

Christian is also the founder of The Jensen Law Firm, where he continues to support business clients with practical, forward-thinking legal solutions.

Legal Philosophy:
Efficiency, Practicality, and Business Alignment

Early in his career, Christian recognized the critical importance of practicality and client service in effective legal representation. His philosophy is founded on:

  • Efficiency and Proactive Communication
  • Collaboration and Transparency
  • Prioritizing Business Outcomes

 

Rather than focusing merely on legal tasks, Christian aligns legal strategies directly with client objectives, always prioritizing the company’s ultimate business goals over procedural milestones. He’s more than a litigator; he analyzes each client’s operations to design actionable, business-minded legal strategies.

Court Admissions

  • State of New York,
  • State of New Jersey,
  • U.S. District Court (District of New Jersey, Southern, Northern, and Eastern District of New York),
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit

Core Practice Areas:
Business Law in NJ & NY

Christian’s expertise spans the most critical areas of commercial law, making him a comprehensive business litigation attorney in New Jersey and New York:

  • Business & Commercial Litigation,
  • Contract Disputes and Breach of Contract,
  • Corporate Governance and Partnership Disputes,
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR),
  • Outside General Counsel Services,
  • Appellate Representation

Professional Journey and Credentials

Christian’s career demonstrates a strong, progressive trajectory in high-stakes commercial law: Professional Experience

  • OlenderFeldman LLP, Summit, NJ: Partner, Commercial & Business Litigation (2014–2020); Associate (2011–2013),
  • Connell Foley LLP, Roseland, NJ: Associate, Commercial & Business Litigation (2006–2011),
  • Legal Extern, The Honorable John C. Lifland, U.S.D.J. (2005),
  • Summer Associate, Johnson & Johnson (2004)

Anthony Wilkinson, Esq.

Of Counsel | M&A, IP Licensing & Complex Commercial Transactions

Contact Anthony Wilkinson

732-410-7595

About Anthony Wilkinson: Solving Complex Legal & Business Problems

Anthony Wilkinson, Esq., is an experienced Of Counsel attorney whose primary strength lies in solving difficult business and legal problems.

His approach is rooted in understanding the complexity of personal, legal, and business relationships, recommending strategies that lead to win-win solutions and significant revenue opportunities.

Anthony serves as a legal advisor for multiple technology and manufacturing companies financed by serial entrepreneurs, angel investors, and private equity firms. Expertise in Corporate Restructuring and M&A As a trusted corporate law attorney, Anthony plans and implements:

  • Complex corporate restructurings.
  • Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) of privately-held businesses.

 

He has extensive experience establishing commercial arrangements at every stage of the supply chain, from the factory floor to the retail/Internet store.

Specialist in
Transaction Law and IP Licensing

Anthony is skilled at negotiating and structuring a wide array of agreements, including:

  • Patent and Intellectual Property (IP) license agreements.
  • Clinical study agreements, joint venture agreements, and joint operating agreements.
  • Asset purchase agreements, stockholder agreements, and business owner separation agreements.
 

Technology, Finance, and Law Clients benefit significantly from Anthony’s unique ability to analyze various industry verticals, business interests, and legal needs.

With an extensive background in technology and finance, including researching and writing his own patent, he can distill complex legal issues into accessible advice, enabling clients to confidently make the decisions that best serve their companies.

Academic Foundation and Credentials

Anthony’s academic qualifications are among the highest, maximizing his Expertise, Experience, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness:

Education (Engineering and Law)

  • Yale Law School: J.D., 1990 (Editor, Yale Law and Policy Review).
  • University of Michigan: B.S. in Electrical Engineering (summa cum laude), 1986.

Publications, Presentations, and Community Involvement

Anthony is an active speaker and author, sharing his knowledge across legal and technical communities:

  • Adjunct Professor of Business Law (Pillar College, New Jersey).
  • Member of the Ethics Board of Township of Old Bridge, New Jersey.

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