Atty. Thomas Bennett Wassel

Atty. Thomas Bennett Wassel

Thomas Bennett Wassel is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, municipal law, education law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Adelphi University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Garden City Garden City 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Thomas Bennett Wassel at a glance

Thomas Bennett Wassel is a Member based in Garden City, New York, practicing at Cullen and Dykman LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, education, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2002). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1983) and Adelphi University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Nassau County (Past Chair, Municipal Law Section) and New York State (Member: Sections on: Labor and Employment Law Municipal Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Bennett Wassel is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, municipal law, education law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Adelphi University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Thomas practices at Cullen and Dykman LLP in Garden City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Bennett Wassel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Bennett Wassel 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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Education Law

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

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Garden City 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

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Where is Thomas Bennett Wassel's law office located?
Thomas Bennett Wassel's law practice is located in Garden City, New York. The firm is Cullen and Dykman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Bennett Wassel handle?
Thomas Bennett Wassel focuses on employment, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas Bennett Wassel practiced law?
Thomas Bennett Wassel has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Thomas Bennett Wassel go to law school?
Thomas Bennett Wassel earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Thomas Bennett Wassel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Bennett Wassel received?
Thomas Bennett Wassel's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1983
B.A.
Adelphi University
- 1980

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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