Overview
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Fees
Fixed (Sometimes)
Payment types
Cash, Check
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About Me
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I have been a practicing attorney since 1983, admitted in New Jersey and New York. A graduate of Rutger's Law School in Newark, NJ, I practice in the areas of... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
a Guardianship client,
2008-10-21
over 3 years ago.
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer's work. I found Donald to be very reasonable and professional. It is clear that his clients' best interests are his paramount...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Andrew Economos
, Cranford (NJ), Over 1 year ago
I endorse this lawyer's work. He has been very informative, helpful and is responsive to clients and fellow attorneys. I have relied upon his...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Michael Hrycak
, Westfield (NJ), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé
License
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28 years since Donald D Vanarelli was first licensed to practice law.
| State |
License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| New Jersey |
Active
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1983 |
07/15/2009 |
| New York |
Currently registered
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1984 |
05/21/2011 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Co-Founder at
Elder Mediation Center of New Jersey
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1996–present
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Owner at
Law Office of Donald D. Vanarelli
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1992–present
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Law Clerk at
Superior Court of New Jersey
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1983–1984
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Internship at
United States Court of Appeals for the Third Judicial Circuit
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1982–1983
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Internship at
Securities and Exchange Commission
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1981–1982
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Summer Associate at
Schering-Plough Corporation
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1980–1981
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Social Insurance Representative at
Social Security Administration
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1974–1980
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Volunteer at
Peace Corps
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1972–1974
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| Elder Decisions, A Division of Agreement Resources, LLC |
Advanced Elder Mediation Training |
Certificate |
2007 |
| Jersey Shore Collaborative Law Group |
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Family Law Training |
Certificate |
2007 |
| Institute for Dispute Resolution of New Jersey |
Divorce Mediation Training |
Certificate |
2004 |
| Somerset - Middlesex Inn of Court |
Trial Advocacy Skills |
Certificate |
1989 |
| University of Virginia School of Law Institute of Trial Advocacy |
Trial Advocacy Skills |
Certificate |
1987 |
| Rutgers University School of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1983 |
| Montclair State University |
English Literature and History |
BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1972 |
| California State University, Chico |
English Literature and History |
Montclair - Chico Domestic Exchange Program |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
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| Named to |
New Jersey "Super Lawyer" List |
2011 |
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New Jersey "Super Lawyer" List |
2010 |
| Named to |
New Jersey "Super Lawyer "List |
2009 |
| Recognized as one of the top 25 mediators in NJ |
NJBIZ magazine |
2008 |
| Named to |
New Jersey "Super Lawyer" List |
2008 |
| Accredited Veterans Attorney |
Department of Veterans Affairs |
2008 |
| Named to |
New Jersey "Super Lawyer" List |
2007 |
| Member, Council of Advanced Practitioners (invitation only). |
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys |
2004 |
| Lead Counsel |
In re Keri, 181 N.J. 50 (2004), a landmark NJ Supreme Court guardianship / elder law case. |
2004 |
| "AV" Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2000 |
| Certified Elder Law Attorney |
National Elder Law Foundation |
1998 |
| National Certified Guardian |
Center for Guardianship Certification |
1997 |
| Accredited Professional Mediator |
New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators |
1987 |
See all 13 awards
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
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| Director |
New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators |
2010-present
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| Co-Founder |
New Jersey Collaborative Law Group |
2008-present
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| Chair |
New Jersey State Bar Association, Elder and Disability Law Section |
2010-2011
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| Founding Member |
Academy of Special Needs Planners. |
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| Past Secretary |
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (New Jersey chapter) |
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| Member |
National Guardianship Association |
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| Member |
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives |
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| Member |
National Organization of Veterans Advocates |
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| Insurance Producer, Certified in Long Term Care. |
New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance |
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| Past Chairman |
Somerset County Bar Association, Elder Law Committee |
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| Union County Probate Early Settlement Panelist. |
Superior Court, Union County, Chancery Division |
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| Member |
Union County Bar Association, Elder Law Committee |
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Portfolio
Cases
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Outcome: Application Granted.
Outcome: Denial of Eligibility for Medicaid Reversed
Outcome: Per Curiam decision in favor of plaintiff
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Publications
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See all 9 publications
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Speaking Engagements
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