Michael G. O'Neill

Michael G. O'Neill

4.9
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 45 years

Discrimination Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Personal Injury, Civil Rights

217 Broadway, Suite 306, New York, NY

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Discrimination 45%

45 years | 550 cases

45%
Personal Injury 30%

45 years | 400 cases

30%
Civil Rights 25%

45 years | 350 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

30%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 42 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1983

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 45 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1980

Not authorized to practice-Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Michael G. O'Neill

217 Broadway, Suite 306, New York, NY, 10007

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Michael G. O'Neill's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rod | September 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best

Michael G. O'Neill is the best attorney ever. His understanding of the law became evident when he took my case and was challenged by a much larger law firm with a much bigger name. My case took almost 6 years But Michael's combination of experience, patience, fearlessness, combined with his applicat...ion of the law allowed me to walk away from the case with a victory, minimal stress, and a satisfactory financial settlement. If you want a win, Michael O'Neill is the attorney to make that happen.

Posted by David | December 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights

Legal Eagle, the Best of the Best

A true Legal Eagle, the Best of the Best. Went thru 100 lawyers trying to find someone to defend a gross violation of my civil rights, no one was interested. Michael took the case and has spent countless hours and resources to defend me and seek justice. Also a really great human being and became ...a true friend in my hour of need. There is so much injustice practiced by people in power who should never have any power that someone who is fearless in facing them not only stands for real justice in the United States of America but also our freedoms which are so easily damaged or destroyed.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Legal Warrior!

Hello. Michael O'Neill won my personal injury case. He is not afraid to take on big corporations. He is a lawyer with a conscience. It took several years but I am pleased with the outcome and I would definitely recommend him to my friends!

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

A Great Attorney Who Goes the Distance...

Mr. O'Neill was not the first attorney who I had to bring on to handle my employment/personal injury lawsuit. It was a complicated and lengthy ordeal that was also highly-charged, Mr. O'Neill was not only a terrific attorney (don't be dissuaded by his low-key manner) who didn't ruffle easily even af...ter the other side brought on a team of lawyers, he was also sensitive to the fact that the process took an emotional toll on me. He was respectful at all times and genuinely concerned for my sense of well-being which can be hard to maintain during a long drawn-out lawsuit.. I am so grateful to him and genuinely like him as a person..

Posted by Nickie | February 07, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Top Notch

From our very first conversation, I found Michael to be genuinely interested, concerned and invested. He asked me many targeted questions and listened carefully to my experiences, and took the time to systematically analyze my case options. Throughout our interactions I never felt rushed or pressured.... I was completely impressed by his focus and attention to the specific details of my situation. His advice was invaluable, and most of all his inherent compassion shone through. Michael is brilliant, insightful and kind, and had I decided to pursue a lawsuit, he would have been the only one I would have asked to represent me.

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Michael G. O'Neill's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan Karten

Employee benefits lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Glass

Civil rights lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Employment discrimination claims can be very difficult and mess (almost like a divorce). I highly recommend that you speak to an experienced civil rights attorney before hiring just any lawyer or signing any forms. Michael O'Neill has a ton of experience in this area and he is very easy to talk to. Give him a call if you have questions about your situation."

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Susan Karten

Personal injury lawyer

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Benjamin Glass

Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Michael G. O'Neill

1986 - 1995

General Counsel, Red Apple Companies

1985 - 1986

Associate Attorney, Dykema Gossett Spencer Goodman & Trigg

1985 - 1986

Associate Attorney, Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler

1982 - 1985

Associate Attorney, Butler Fitzgerald & Potter PC

Associations

American Association for Justice

Member

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Kurtaj, Ramadan v. New York City Educational

Verdict for families of decedents; Over $56 million

Southerland v. City of New York

Verdict for children, $375,000 in damages.

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Education

1980

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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