Atty. John F. Gullace

Atty. John F. Gullace

John represents a broad array of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to smaller closely held businesses, facing diverse environmental issues. John is co-practice leader of the firm's New Jersey practice, is a partner in the firm’s environmental litigation group, and is also regularly called upon by clients to handle site remediation matters and complex negotiations with government entities and private parties.

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About John F. Gullace at a glance

John F. Gullace is a litigation attorney based in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, practicing at Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox LLP. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, New Jersey. Educated at New York University (J.D., 1990) and Haverford College (BA, 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Serands clients in Bala Cynwyd, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John represents a broad array of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to smaller closely held businesses, facing diverse environmental issues
  • John is co-practice leader of the firm's New Jersey practice, is a partner in the firm’s environmental litigation group, and is also regularly called upon by clients to handle site remediation matters and complex negotiations with government entities and private parties
  • John’s work on contaminated sediment sites and related litigation include his election to a small steering committee overseeing litigation for a large group of corporate defendants in a high profile sediment case
  • John has represented clients in the railroad, telecommunications, chemical, waste, retail, heavy industrial, construction, municipal, financial and other sectors in environmental matters including the defense of natural resource damages claims, contaminated sediment sites, the defense and prosecution of private and government initiated environmental cost recovery claims, citizen suits, the defense of government penalty actions, permit challenges, administrative appeals, site remediation matters, as well as on-scene emergency responses and government inspections
  • John also received formal mediator and arbitrator training through the International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution (CPR)

Practice Areas Explained

John F. Gullace's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John F. Gullace handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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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 Bala Cynwyd 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 F. Gullace

Where is John F. Gullace's law office located?
John F. Gullace's law practice is located in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. The firm is Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John F. Gullace handle?
John F. Gullace focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
Where did John F. Gullace go to law school?
John F. Gullace earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (BA, 1987); (—).
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What awards or recognition has John F. Gullace received?
John F. Gullace's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1990
BA
Haverford College
- 1987
London School of Economics and Political Science
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America listing, (environmental litigation), since 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA -America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Tier I listing (environmental law), 2013-2018
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Consolidated Rail Corporation, Award of Excellence, 2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pennsylvania Super Lawyers listing (environmental litigation), since 2012
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Philadelphia)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania
New Jersey, New Jersey

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