Atty. Joseph T. Cleary

Atty. Joseph T. Cleary

Joseph T. Cleary is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employee benefits, government and 1 other area of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph T. Cleary at a glance

Joseph T. Cleary is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Cleary & Josem, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, securities, and government. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1988), Pennsylvania (1988), and New York (1996). Educated at Temple University Law School (J.D., 1988) and St. Joseph's University (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pennsylvania, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph T. Cleary is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employee benefits, government and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Joseph practices at Cleary & Josem, LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph T. Cleary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph T. Cleary 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.

Joseph T. Cleary is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Joseph T. Cleary is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Securities Law

Joseph T. Cleary is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Joseph T. Cleary is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Joseph T. Cleary

Where is Joseph T. Cleary's law office located?
Joseph T. Cleary's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Cleary & Josem, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph T. Cleary handle?
Joseph T. Cleary focuses on employment, ssd, securities, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Joseph T. Cleary practiced law?
Joseph T. Cleary has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Joseph T. Cleary go to law school?
Joseph T. Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Joseph T. Cleary for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph T. Cleary received?
Joseph T. Cleary's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Temple University Law School
- 1988
B.S.
St. Joseph's University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 1996

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