Atty. John C. Romeo

Atty. John C. Romeo

Mr. Romeo represents both private and public employers in all aspects of federal and state labor and employment laws.

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Profile Summary

About John C. Romeo at a glance

John C. Romeo is a employment attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at FBT Gibbons LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, State of New York, New Jersey, State of New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Educated at Western New England University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Trinity College (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Romeo represents both private and public employers in all aspects of federal and state labor and employment laws
  • He routinely provides practical strategic advice to clients dealing with difficult employee issues involving all aspects of the employment relationship
  • In addition, he has assisted employers in developing, drafting, and implementing employment policies, compliance and ethics programs, drug-free workplace programs, and executive employment agreements
  • Prior to joining Gibbons, Mr. Romeo was Labor & Employment Counsel and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer for American Water Works Company, Inc. As Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer, Mr. Romeo oversaw American Water’s ethics and compliance program
  • He served as Secretary to the Company’s Ethics Committee and was responsible for providing regular reports to the company’s Board of Directors
  • Mr. Romeo is a former member of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s Labor and Employment Committee and was active with the organization’s Delaware Valley Chapter (DELVACCA), where he served as the Co-Chair of the Chapter's Compliance & Ethics Committee
  • Recently, he has given several presentations to DELVACCA audiences, on topics including the negotiation of CBAs in a down economy
  • use of social media in employment
  • and the Dodd-Frank whistleblower provisions

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Romeo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Romeo 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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Jurisdictional Context

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 Philadelphia 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John C. Romeo

Where is John C. Romeo's law office located?
John C. Romeo's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is FBT Gibbons LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Romeo handle?
John C. Romeo focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did John C. Romeo go to law school?
John C. Romeo earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (BA).
How can I contact John C. Romeo for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John C. Romeo received?
John C. Romeo's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Western New England University School of Law
- 1995
BA
Trinity College
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Philadelphia)
- 2023

Bar Admissions

New York, State of New York
New Jersey, State of New Jersey
Pennsylvania, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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