Atty. David Allen Farmelo

Atty. David Allen Farmelo

David Allen Farmelo is a lawyer practicing education law, labor relations law, employment law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About David Allen Farmelo at a glance

David Allen Farmelo is a Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Hodgson Russ LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment and education. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1979). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1978) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Allen Farmelo is a lawyer practicing education law, labor relations law, employment law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Hodgson Russ LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Allen Farmelo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Allen Farmelo 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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Education Law

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

David Allen Farmelo is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Allen Farmelo

Where is David Allen Farmelo's law office located?
David Allen Farmelo's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Hodgson Russ LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Allen Farmelo handle?
David Allen Farmelo focuses on employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Allen Farmelo practiced law?
David Allen Farmelo has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Allen Farmelo go to law school?
David Allen Farmelo earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact David Allen Farmelo for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Allen Farmelo received?
David Allen Farmelo's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1978
B.A.
University of Rochester
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1979

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