Atty. Elena Chkolnikova

Atty. Elena Chkolnikova

Elena Chkolnikova is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation. Elena received a B.A. degree from Kiev's University in 1990, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Newark Newark 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Elena Chkolnikova at a glance

Elena Chkolnikova is a employment and litigation attorney based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2004), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2004), and New York (2005). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 2004) and Kiev's University (B.A. Rutgers, 1990). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Elena Chkolnikova is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation
  • Elena received a B.A. degree from Kiev's University in 1990, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Elena practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Elena Chkolnikova's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Elena Chkolnikova 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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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 Newark 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 Elena Chkolnikova

Where is Elena Chkolnikova's law office located?
Elena Chkolnikova's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elena Chkolnikova handle?
Elena Chkolnikova focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Elena Chkolnikova practiced law?
Elena Chkolnikova has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Elena Chkolnikova go to law school?
Elena Chkolnikova earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. Rutgers, 1990).
How can I contact Elena Chkolnikova for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 2004
B.A. Rutgers
Kiev's University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2004
New York
Admitted: 2005

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