Atty. Jack T. Zelinka
Jack concentrates his practice in Real Estate Litigation, Zoning and Land Development Law, Municipal & Governmental Law, Complex Commercial Litigation, Construction/Mechanic’s Lien Law and Workers’ Compensation. In recent years, Jack’s practice has begun to focus heavily in real estate litigation and on zoning, municipal and land development matters.
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Jack T. Zelinka is a Partner based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, practicing at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, workers comp, zoning, and construction. Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Scranton (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Community Activities •Pennsylvania Bar Association •Luzerne County Bar Association. Serands clients in Wilkes-Barre, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jack concentrates his practice in Real Estate Litigation, Zoning and Land Development Law, Municipal & Governmental Law, Complex Commercial Litigation, Construction/Mechanic’s Lien Law and Workers’ Compensation
- In recent years, Jack’s practice has begun to focus heavily in real estate litigation and on zoning, municipal and land development matters
- With regard to real estate matters, Jack has handled many types of actions including eminent domain, title and deed issues, landlord-tenant disputes, tax sales, partition, boundary disputes, easement issues, quiet title and adverse possession claims
- Jack has represented municipalities, developers, applicants and objectors on a wide variety of zoning, land development and other issues related to municipal law
- In construction litigation, Jack represents owners, general contractors, and subcontractors on a large variety of construction projects for private and public bodies
- Previously, Mr. Zelinka served on active duty as a Judge Advocate in the U.S
- Navy
- After leaving active duty, he has continued to serve as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S
- Navy JAG Corps Reserves and is presently assigned as Trial Attorney
- He is a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, where he was a member of the Law School’s prominent Law Review
- Presentations/Publications • Hanover Area Jr./Sr
- High School - Attorney Advisor for Mock Trial Team (2005-2013) • Lecturer at local schools for annual Law Day • Guest Lecturer - College Misericordia • Instructor - Introduction of Legal Systems - McCann School of Business Honors Member of the Order of the Coif (Invitation extended only to top 10%) AV Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell - This rating attests to a lawyer’s legal ability and professional ethics, and reflects the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and Judiciary
- The AV rating is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence for those practicing law for more than 10 years
- Personal Interests • Golf • Skiing • Running
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jack T. Zelinka is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jack T. Zelinka is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jack T. Zelinka is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilkes-Barre are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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