Atty. Michael A. Giannetta
Michael A. Giannetta is Special Counsel and a member of the Firm’s Litigation, and Personal Injury Practice area in our Scranton office.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Scranton, PA · 40+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Giannetta at a Glance
Michael A. Giannetta is a Special Counsel based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, zoning, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania United States Court of Appeals for the Third Ci (1986), Massachusetts (1999), and New York (2007). Educated at Temple University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and B.S., University of Scranton (M.A., 1983). Active member of Professional Memberships Pennsylvania Bar Association Lackawanna County Bar Association PA Association of Township Supervisors. Serves clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Giannetta
- Michael A. Giannetta is Special Counsel and a member of the Firm’s Litigation, and Personal Injury Practice area in our Scranton office
- As a former Senior Deputy Attorney General with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, Mr. Giannetta has over 36 years of civil litigation experience
- His practice focuses on general litigation, motor vehicle injury claims, commercial and homeowners’ premises liability, zoning and municipal disputes
- In addition to handling jury trials, he has years of experience representing clients in arbitrations and mediations and in drafting and arguing appeals in the appellate courts of Pennsylvania
- Michael has long served as an elected township supervisor in Scott Township, Lackawanna County PA, focusing on zoning and other municipal issues
- He was also a member of the Lackawanna County Government Study Commission, which reviewed and proposed updates and changes to the county governmental structure for voter approval
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Giannetta's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Giannetta handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scranton.
Personal Injury in Scranton
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Land Use & Zoning in Scranton
Michael A. Giannetta is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Scranton
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Scranton
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scranton
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 Scranton 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 venue, 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.
Scranton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scranton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Scranton Choose Michael A. Giannetta
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael A. Giannetta's practice in the field of personal injury, zoning, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Giannetta brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania United States Court of Appeals for the Third Ci, and Massachusetts, Michael A. Giannetta can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, zoning, and litigation, Michael A. Giannetta can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scranton
A Scranton-based practice means Michael A. Giannetta attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael A. Giannetta Handles in Scranton
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