Atty. Phyllis Gelman

Atty. Phyllis Gelman

Phyllis Gelman is a lawyer practicing family law, employment discrimination, civil rights law and 1 other area of law. Phyllis received a degree from Northeastern University, and has been licensed for 51 years.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Phyllis Gelman at a glance

Phyllis Gelman is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Phyllis Gelman & Associates, LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on discrimination, family law, civil rights, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1975), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1975), New York (1976), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Co (1977). Educated at Northeastern University (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phyllis Gelman is a lawyer practicing family law, employment discrimination, civil rights law and 1 other area of law
  • Phyllis received a degree from Northeastern University, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Phyllis practices at Phyllis Gelman & Associates, LLC in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Phyllis Gelman's Areas of Practice

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

Workplace Discrimination

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Family Law

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Civil Rights

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Phyllis Gelman

Where is Phyllis Gelman's law office located?
Phyllis Gelman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Phyllis Gelman & Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phyllis Gelman handle?
Phyllis Gelman focuses on discrimination, family law, civil rights, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Phyllis Gelman practiced law?
Phyllis Gelman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Phyllis Gelman go to law school?
Phyllis Gelman earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Phyllis Gelman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Phyllis Gelman received?
Phyllis Gelman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Northeastern University
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1975
New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Co
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1977
Connecticut
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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