Atty. John Anthony Nicelli
John Anthony Nicelli is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization, employment immigration, visas and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from St.
Employment Immigration & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About John Anthony Nicelli at a Glance
John Anthony Nicelli is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at John A. Nicelli Attorney at Law. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on citizenship, employment, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1985), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1985). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1979) and St. John's University (B.A., 1973). Active member of American Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association Columbia Lawyers Association of Brooklyn. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Anthony Nicelli
- John Anthony Nicelli is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization, employment immigration, visas and 4 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1973, and has been licensed for 41 years
- John practices at John A. Nicelli Attorney at Law in New York, NY
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John Anthony Nicelli's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Anthony Nicelli handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Citizenship & Naturalization in New York
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Employment Law in New York
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Immigration Law in New York
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose John Anthony Nicelli
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 John Anthony Nicelli's practice in the field of citizenship, employment, and immigration.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Anthony Nicelli brings 41+ 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 Indiana, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, John Anthony Nicelli can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering citizenship, employment, and immigration, John Anthony Nicelli can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means John Anthony Nicelli 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 John Anthony Nicelli Handles in New York
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