Atty. John J Petriello

Atty. John J Petriello

John J Petriello is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, commercial law, construction law and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College Rutgers State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Newark Newark 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About John J Petriello at a glance

John J Petriello is a Partner based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin, Plaza & Reed P.C. Attorneys at Law. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, construction, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1978), S. District Court District of New Jersey (1980), New York (1980), and U.S. District Court Southern District of New York (1982). Educated at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden (J.D., 1977) and Rutgers College Rutgers State University (B.A. Sociology, 1973). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John J Petriello is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, commercial law, construction law and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College Rutgers State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin, Plaza & Reed P.C
  • Attorneys at Law in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John J Petriello's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John J Petriello 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is John J Petriello's law office located?
John J Petriello's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin, Plaza & Reed P.C. Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J Petriello handle?
John J Petriello focuses on employment, business, construction, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John J Petriello practiced law?
John J Petriello has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John J Petriello go to law school?
John J Petriello earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Sociology, 1973).
How can I contact John J Petriello for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John J Petriello received?
John J Petriello's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden
- 1977
B.A. Sociology
Rutgers College Rutgers State University
- 1973

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1978
S. District Court District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982

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