Atty. Athina Lekas

Atty. Athina Lekas

Athina Lekas is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, education law, special education. Athina received a B.A. degree from Skidmore College in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Edison Edison 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Athina Lekas at a glance

Athina Lekas is a employment and education attorney based in Edison, New Jersey. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1996), and New York (2000). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1996) and Skidmore College (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Edison, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Athina Lekas is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, education law, special education
  • Athina received a B.A. degree from Skidmore College in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Athina practices in Edison, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Athina Lekas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Athina Lekas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Athina Lekas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Athina Lekas is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Athina Lekas

Where is Athina Lekas's law office located?
Athina Lekas's law practice is located in Edison, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Athina Lekas handle?
Athina Lekas focuses on employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Athina Lekas practiced law?
Athina Lekas has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Athina Lekas go to law school?
Athina Lekas earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Athina Lekas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Athina Lekas received?
Athina Lekas's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1996
B.A.
Skidmore College
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 2000

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