Atty. John Doyle Geelan

Atty. John Doyle Geelan

John Doyle Geelan is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, employment litigation, employment and labor and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

New York New York 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John Doyle Geelan at a glance

John Doyle Geelan is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1991). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Doyle Geelan is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, employment litigation, employment and labor and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Doyle Geelan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Doyle Geelan 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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 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 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 John Doyle Geelan

Where is John Doyle Geelan's law office located?
John Doyle Geelan's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Doyle Geelan handle?
John Doyle Geelan focuses on employment, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Doyle Geelan practiced law?
John Doyle Geelan has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Doyle Geelan go to law school?
John Doyle Geelan earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact John Doyle Geelan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Doyle Geelan received?
John Doyle Geelan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 1990
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991

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