Atty. Christopher M. Militello

Atty. Christopher M. Militello

Christopher M. Militello is a Partner at Costello, Cooney & Fearon.

Bel Air Bel Air 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (315) 907-6698 Email Book Appointment

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About Christopher M. Militello at a glance

Christopher M. Militello is a Partner based in Bel Air, California, practicing at Costello Cooney & Fearon, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York United States District Court for the Northern District of New York United States District C (2001). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 2000) and Canisius College (M.S. St., 1992). Active member of Onondaga County Bar Association New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Bel Air, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher M. Militello is a Partner at Costello, Cooney & Fearon
  • He began his tenure at the Firm in 2017
  • In his role at the Firm, Chris provides counsel to clients on labor and employment issues, education law and school-related matters, and representation for clients in litigation related to each of these practice areas
  • An experienced labor and employment law attorney, Chris provides representation and strategy in employment-related litigation, including administrative proceedings before the New York State Division of Human Rights, U.S
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Public Employment Relations Board (PERB), and the New York State Commissioner of Education
  • Chris represents public and private sector employers in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and related labor matters and also provides counsel to school districts and BOCES on labor and education law matters
  • Chris is the head of the Firm’s Labor and Employment Department
  • He is also a Certified Title IX investigator

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher M. Militello's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher M. Militello 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

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

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Education Law

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

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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher M. Militello

Where is Christopher M. Militello's law office located?
Christopher M. Militello's law practice is located in Bel Air, California. The firm is Costello Cooney & Fearon, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher M. Militello handle?
Christopher M. Militello focuses on employment, litigation, education, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher M. Militello practiced law?
Christopher M. Militello has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Christopher M. Militello go to law school?
Christopher M. Militello earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (M.S. St., 1992).
How can I contact Christopher M. Militello for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law
- 2000
M.S. St.
Canisius College
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New York United States District Court for the Northern District of New York United States District C
Admitted: 2001

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