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George A. Gellis, Esq., a managing director and the founding shareholder of Gellis Law Group, offers over twenty-eight years of distinguished legal knowledge and experience, guiding the firm to provide exemplary corporate legal services. Mr. Gellis focuses on acting as outside counsel for diverse clients, including international private equity, technology and pharmaceutical companies, and small- and mid-cap corporations. His legal acuity in corporate transactions, international trade, and venture financing informs his strategic counsel. Prior to his role at Gellis Law Group, he served as executive vice-president and general counsel for Midland Oil and Gas Limited (UK), overseeing global legal operations. Mr. Gellis also held pivotal roles at Swiss-based RGF AG and Zuricher Energie Holdings AG, where he managed complex international transactions. An NYU Stern School of Business and Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law graduate, Mr. Gellis is involved in several U.S.-based charitable and professional boards. He is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey, and in multiple state and federal courts, bringing a wealth of knowledge and legal acumen to his clients.
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28 years
28 years
28 years
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$ 600-800 per hour
State: New York
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
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9 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Roman Mamonov | January 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Superb service and unmatched expertise
I've been working with Mr. Gellis for last 13 years. He provides superb service and always makes sure to guide me through all aspects of my cases - from explaining legal context and regulations to finding solution and resolving the problem. Mr. Gellis's years of experience guaranty unmatched expertis...
Posted by John | January 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Trusted, highly knowledgeable business counsel (since 2012)
We’ve worked with George A. Gellis since 2012, and he has been an essential part of building and maintaining the legal foundation of our company. Over the years, he prepared and maintained our core corporate governance documentation and has consistently provided thoughtful, practical guidance as the ...
Posted by G Mark | January 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
George's ability to navigate and resolve complex issues is unparalleled!
Let me start by saying that I have not encountered a contract issue George could not resolve. Period. During over twenty five years of working with George on complex domestic and international transactions I have always felt he understands business's and deal heartbeat and can triage and deliver the ...
Posted by Eduard | January 09, 2015 | Intellectual Property
Great choice for a start-up company
Gellis Law Group is an excellent choice for legal counsel and support for technology start-ups and entrepreneurs. Experienced in corporate and intellectual property law, the attorneys at Gellis Law Group can handle all of a tech start-up’s IP needs, as well as all matters related to formation of comp...
Posted by Dmitry | January 02, 2015 | Corporate & Incorporation
Highly Recommended
George Gellis is exceptionally knowledgeable, professional, and personable. Both myself and my wife had the pleasure of receiving his advice and services regarding corporate, employment, and start-up related matters. The guidance and insight Mr. Gellis provides is always precise, on point, and offere...
"I have worked closely with George on several matters and highly recommend him. He is a thoughtful, smart, and dedicated attorney."
Litigation lawyer
2025
New York Metro Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers
2018
America's Top Lawyers for 2018, American Law Society
2018
America's Lawyer of Distinction 2018, Lawyers of Distinction
2003
Who's Who Business Lawyer, International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers
2002
Who's Who Business Lawyer, International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers
2001
Who's Who Business Lawyer, International Who's Who of Business Lawyers
2000
Who's Who Business Lawyer, International Who's Who of Business Lawyers
2009 - Present
Managing Director, Gellis Law Group
2006 - 2009
Vice President / General Counsel, Zuricher Energie Holdings AG
2005 - 2009
General Counsel, Ridgewood Global Finance AG
2005 - 2010
Vice President / General Counsel, Midland Oil and Gas Ltd.
2004 - 2005
Vice President / General Counsel, RPM Asset Management, Inc.
1998 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Bachelor of Science (BS),
2013
International Agreements and Arbitration
2012
ASCs and New Investment Models for Medical Practices
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