Atty. Catherine P. Wells

Atty. Catherine P. Wells

Catherine Wells is a commercial litigator with more than 30 years of experience representing management in all types of employment-related matters, including wrongful discharge, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour issues and other business-related torts. In addition to regularly appearing before the state and federal courts in New Jersey, Catherine routinely handles matters before numerous administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Commission, United States Department of Labor, New Jersey Division on Civil Rights and other administrative agencies.

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Profile Summary

About Catherine P. Wells at a glance

Catherine P. Wells is a employment and litigation attorney based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC. Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Catherine Wells is a commercial litigator with more than 30 years of experience representing management in all types of employment-related matters, including wrongful discharge, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour issues and other business-related torts
  • In addition to regularly appearing before the state and federal courts in New Jersey, Catherine routinely handles matters before numerous administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Commission, United States Department of Labor, New Jersey Division on Civil Rights and other administrative agencies
  • In addition to her litigation practice, she counsels employers in connection with the development and implementation of employment policies, training programs and other workforce management issues
  • Catherine graduated cum laude from Seton Hall University and magna cum laude from Seton Hall Law School, where she was a member of the Constitutional Law Journal

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine P. Wells's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine P. Wells 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.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Roseland 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 Catherine P. Wells

Where is Catherine P. Wells's law office located?
Catherine P. Wells's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine P. Wells handle?
Catherine P. Wells focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Catherine P. Wells go to law school?
Catherine P. Wells earned their education at (J.D., 1990).
How can I contact Catherine P. Wells for a consultation?
You can contact Catherine P. Wells directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Catherine P. Wells received?
Catherine P. Wells's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Food and Beverage Law.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1990

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Food and Beverage Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Cannabis Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Included in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , New Jersey Labor & Employment (2011-2024)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Jersey Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — list, Employment & Labor (2005; 2008-2024)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the “Top 50 Women” list (2010-2014; 2023-2024)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Jersey Law Journal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Mentor of the Year Award (2020)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Tri-County Scholarship Fund, Trustee of Justice Award (2019)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — NJBIZ
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Best 50 Women in Business (2009)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Newark)
- 2023

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