Atty. Jo Anne Simon

Atty. Jo Anne Simon

Jo Anne Simon is a lawyer practicing disabilities, labor and employment, education and 2 other areas of law. Jo received a M.A. degree from Gallaudet University in 1976, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Jo Anne Simon at a glance

Jo Anne Simon is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Jo Anne Simon Attorney at Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, zoning, civil rights, and education. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990) and New York (1991). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1990) and Gallaudet University (M.A. Iona, 1976). Active member of New Jersey State, New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jo Anne Simon is a lawyer practicing disabilities, labor and employment, education and 2 other areas of law
  • Jo received a M.A. degree from Gallaudet University in 1976, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Jo practices at Jo Anne Simon Attorney at Law in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jo Anne Simon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jo Anne Simon 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.

Jo Anne Simon is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Jo Anne Simon is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New York →

Land Use & Zoning

Jo Anne Simon is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New York →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Jo Anne Simon is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in New York →

Education Law

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

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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 Brooklyn 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 Jo Anne Simon

Where is Jo Anne Simon's law office located?
Jo Anne Simon's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is Jo Anne Simon Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jo Anne Simon handle?
Jo Anne Simon focuses on employment, ssd, zoning, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jo Anne Simon practiced law?
Jo Anne Simon has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Jo Anne Simon go to law school?
Jo Anne Simon earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (M.A. Iona, 1976).
How can I contact Jo Anne Simon for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1990
M.A. Iona
Gallaudet University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1991

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