Atty. Michael J Gonnella

Atty. Michael J Gonnella

Michael J Gonnella is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor law, education law and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Newark Newark 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Michael J Gonnella at a glance

Michael J Gonnella is a DAG based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1977). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1977) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael J Gonnella is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor law, education law and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Gonnella's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J Gonnella 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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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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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Where is Michael J Gonnella's law office located?
Michael J Gonnella's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Gonnella handle?
Michael J Gonnella focuses on employment, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael J Gonnella practiced law?
Michael J Gonnella has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael J Gonnella go to law school?
Michael J Gonnella earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1977
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1977

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