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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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

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 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 ...clients.He is a person of principle,and will fight for the underdog against any powerful organizations.His knowledge of law is tremendous.What makes Mike stand out from other lawyers is his devotion to the little guy,and his insatiable appetite for justice. He is giving me the chance to fight a NYS Agency which is like David fighting Goliath.He reminds me of the Denzel Washington movie where he fights criminals that are about to take advantage of working class citizens. He is extremely articulate, adamant with his commitment, and relentless when it comes to protecting your rights. He is accessible when you need him and great with communication. I am quite lucky to have met and obtained his services. Respectfully, Yardley

Posted by James | October 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A very caring professional lawyer

I had been to several lawyers with my case all of them told me I had a case but it was not worth their time to take the case or I could not afford their services. I came across Michael G O'Neill by way of another attorney that I had contacted just to get some information regarding my case, this attor...ney had handled a case very similar to mine but he did not practice law in NY or NJ but knew of a lawyer who could help me and that lawyer was Michael G 'Neill . My case was a complex case that only Michael O'Neill of all the lawyers I had seen understood right from the first meeting , he was very professional and personable I never once thought I was going to lose my case and Mr.O'Neill did not lose we won the case never went to trial it settled. this attorney is great I highly recommend Mr.O'Neil.

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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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