Atty. Charles A. Romeo

Atty. Charles A. Romeo

Mr. Romeo’s practice includes representing institutions and employers in the defense of workers’ compensation matters as well as advising and representing municipalities in labor, employment, and general civil matters as they relate to municipal government.

Rutland Rutland 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles A. Romeo at a glance

Charles A. Romeo is an Attorney based in Rutland, Vermont, practicing at Ryan Smith & Carbine, Ltd.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Vermont (2009). Educated at The Catholic University of America (J.D., 2009) and The Catholic University of America (B.A., 2005). Active member of American Bar Association Vermont Bar Association Rutland County Bar Association American Inns of Court and Vermont Bar Association Board of Managers 2017‐present Vermont Bar Association Young Lawyers’ Division Executive Board 2015‐present. Serands clients in Rutland, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Romeo’s practice includes representing institutions and employers in the defense of workers’ compensation matters as well as advising and representing municipalities in labor, employment, and general civil matters as they relate to municipal government
  • Prior to joining Ryan Smith and Carbine, Mr. Romeo served two terms as the City Attorney for the City of Rutland, Vermont and as a deputy prosecutor for Rutland County prior to that
  • In both positions, he tried cases and handled appeals before the Vermont Supreme Court
  • As City Attorney, he served as the City’s Chief Union Negotiator in addition to representing and advising all boards and officers of city government in all matters
  • While in law school, Mr. Romeo served as a law clerk for the U.S
  • Senate Judiciary Committee under then‐Chairman Senator Patrick Leahy

Community

  • Rutland Young Professionals Governance Committee, 2016‐present
  • Green Mountain Boys State Staff, 2005‐present (Judicial Director, 2010‐present)
  • Rutland City Board of Aldermen 2005‐2006, 2011‐2013 Awards: Vermont Business Magazine Rising Star, 2016

Practice Areas Explained

Charles A. Romeo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles A. Romeo 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.

Charles A. Romeo is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Vermont →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Charles A. Romeo is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Vermont →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Charles A. Romeo is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Vermont →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rutland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont 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 Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles A. Romeo

Where is Charles A. Romeo's law office located?
Charles A. Romeo's law practice is located in Rutland, Vermont. The firm is Ryan Smith & Carbine, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles A. Romeo handle?
Charles A. Romeo focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has Charles A. Romeo practiced law?
Charles A. Romeo has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Charles A. Romeo go to law school?
Charles A. Romeo earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Charles A. Romeo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The Catholic University of America
- 2009
B.A.
The Catholic University of America
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 2009

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