Atty. Ellen O'Connell
Ellen O'Connell is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, executive compensation, wrongful termination and 8 other areas of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Executive Compensation & More Attorney · Serving Woodcliff Lake, NJ · 43+ Years Experience
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About Ellen O'Connell at a Glance
Ellen O'Connell is an Of Counsel based in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, practicing at Price, Meese, Shulman & D'Arminio, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1983), New Jersey (1983), New York (1984), and Florida (1984). Educated at Seton Hall University Law School (J.D., 1983) and Boston College (B.A., 1974). Serves clients in Woodcliff Lake, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ellen O'Connell
- Ellen O'Connell is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, executive compensation, wrongful termination and 8 other areas of law
- Ellen received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Ellen practices at Price, Meese, Shulman & D'Arminio, P.C. in Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Ellen O'Connell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen O'Connell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodcliff Lake.
Wrongful Termination in Woodcliff Lake
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Contracts in Woodcliff Lake
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Sexual Harassment in Woodcliff Lake
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Employment Law in Woodcliff Lake
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Woodcliff Lake
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodcliff Lake
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 Woodcliff Lake 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 venue, 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.
Woodcliff Lake Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Woodcliff Lake-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Woodcliff Lake Choose Ellen O'Connell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ellen O'Connell's practice in the field of wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ellen O'Connell brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, New Jersey, and New York, Ellen O'Connell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, contracts, and sexual harassment, Ellen O'Connell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Woodcliff Lake
A Woodcliff Lake-based practice means Ellen O'Connell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Ellen O'Connell Handles in Woodcliff Lake
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