Atty. Sheldon Lewis Gnatt

Atty. Sheldon Lewis Gnatt

Sheldon Lewis Gnatt is a lawyer practicing employer-employee relations law, insurance defense law, wrongful termination. Sheldon received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Upper Marlboro Upper Marlboro 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Sheldon Lewis Gnatt at a glance

Sheldon Lewis Gnatt is a Principal based in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, practicing at Knight, Manzi, Nussbaum & LaPlaca, P.A.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1981), District of Columbia (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1986). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1980) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Prince George's County (Co-Chairman, Labor and Employment Law Committee, 1990-1997, 2003-2010 Member, Board of Directors, 1994-1998) and Maryland State Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Upper Marlboro, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sheldon Lewis Gnatt is a lawyer practicing employer-employee relations law, insurance defense law, wrongful termination
  • Sheldon received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Sheldon practices at Knight, Manzi, Nussbaum & LaPlaca, P.A. in Upper Marlboro, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Sheldon Lewis Gnatt's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Sheldon Lewis Gnatt is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Maryland →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Sheldon Lewis Gnatt is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Sheldon Lewis Gnatt is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sheldon Lewis Gnatt

Where is Sheldon Lewis Gnatt's law office located?
Sheldon Lewis Gnatt's law practice is located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The firm is Knight, Manzi, Nussbaum & LaPlaca, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sheldon Lewis Gnatt handle?
Sheldon Lewis Gnatt focuses on wrongful termination, employment, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Sheldon Lewis Gnatt practiced law?
Sheldon Lewis Gnatt has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Sheldon Lewis Gnatt go to law school?
Sheldon Lewis Gnatt earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Sheldon Lewis Gnatt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sheldon Lewis Gnatt received?
Sheldon Lewis Gnatt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1980
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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