Michael G. O'Neill
About Michael
Biography
Our purpose is to provide World Class representation to individuals on a contingency fee basis whose rights to bodily and mental integrity, employment, workplace dignity or constitutional rights have been violated, and for which compensation or other suitable relief can be obtained through the legal process.
Types of Cases We Handle
Employment Discrimination:
Age Discrimination
Race Discrimination
Sex Discrimination
Disability Discrimination
Religious Discrimination
Pregnancy Discrimination
Sexual Orientation Discrimination
National Origin Discrimination
Unlawful Retaliation
Reverse Discrimination
Labor and Worker Rights:
Unpaid Wages
Unpaid Overtime
Wage and Hour Claims
Unfair Union Representation
Whistleblower Claims
Civil Rights:
False Arrest
Malicious Prosecution
Police Brutality
Excessive Force
Libel
Slander
Invasion of Privacy
Unlawful Governmental Action
Personal Injury:
Automobile Accidents
Trip and Falls
Medical Malpractice
Dangerous and Defective Products
Wrongful Death
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
45 years | 550 cases
45 years | 400 cases
45 years | 350 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
30%-40%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 42 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Licensed in Michigan for 45 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1980
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
12 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Michael is highly knowledgeable and is very upfront with his clients. I was lucky enough to consult and retain his services. He has always been receptive to my inquiries and will do everything in his power to protect his clients and fight for their rights.
Posted by Yardley | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Michael O Neill the best of the best
After visiting numerous lawyers regarding my employment case,they all wanted numerous money up front to represent me.Counselor O Neill strongly believed in my case and was willing to accept a contingency basis fee. Michael O Neil is not just a lawyer,he is a real human being who cares about his ...
Michael G. O'Neill's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
Personal injury lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
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
Member
Member
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Verdict for families of decedents; Over $56 million
Verdict for children, $375,000 in damages.
Education
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can salaried managers keep tips when there are no other tipped employees working?
28 May 2020
What type of attorney would I need to talk to in this type of situation?
30 May 2020
Do the police have the right to enter your yard, without knocking on your front door first?
29 May 2020