Denver Immigration Lawyer You Can Trust!
Michael P. Gianelli, Esq., is licensed to practice in Colorado, New York, and California (inactive). Prior to establishing the Law Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC, he practiced in New York at Reynolds, Caronia, Gianelli & La Pinta, LLP. Before entering private practice,
Mr. Gianelli clerked for the Honorable Raymond J. Dearie, former Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
Mr. Gianelli earned his undergraduate degree in New York from Hamilton College. He attended law school at California Western School of Law in San Diego, California, and graduated with high honors. While in law school, Mr. Gianelli was an Associate Editor on Law Review. In addition, Mr. Gianelli worked at the Legal Aid Society of San Diego and within the Cold Case Homicide Unit of the San Diego District Attorney’s Office.
Mr. Gianelli has extensive experience in both criminal and civil litigation. He has successfully argued cases in federal and state courts in multiple jurisdictions. For example, Mr. Gianelli has achieved favorable results for clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies, successfully argued cases before appellate courts, been appointed counsel in a section 1983 federal action, and defended numerous clients charged with removability in federal immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Mr. Gianelli values his relationship with clients, and works hard to earn their trust, respect and loyalty. He practices with professionalism, diligence, integrity and courage, and truly enjoys being an advocate.
Languages spoken
English
Law Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC
217 E. Seventh Avenue
Denver, CO, 80203
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CO | Active | 2010 | 06/08/2022 |
NY | Currently registered | 2009 | 06/05/2022 |
CA | Active | 2008 | 08/04/2011 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Outstanding Support for Libyans During Time of Need | Libyan Community of Colorado | 2011 |
Outstanding Volunteer Service | Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network | 2011 |
Outstanding Contribution and Pro Bono Service | Supreme Court of the State of Colorado | 2011 |
Outstanding Contribution and Pro Bono Service | Supreme Court of the State of Colorado | 2010 |
Academic Merit Scholarship | California Western School of Law | 2003 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC | 2011 - Present |
Attorney | Reynolds, Caronia, Gianelli et al., LLP | 2007 - 2010 |
Clerk / Extern | U.S. District Court, E.D.N.Y., Hon. Raymond J. Dearie | 2006 - 2006 |
Intern | San Diego District Attorney's Office (Cold Case Homicide Unit) | 2005 - 2005 |
Intern | Legal Aid Society (DV Clinic) | 2005 - 2005 |
New Listings and Marketing Intern | New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) | 2001 - 2001 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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West Washington Park Neighborhood Association | Board Member | 2014 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Colorado chapter) | NMD Committee | 2013 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network Pro Bono Attorney | Member | 2011 - Present |
Rhone-Brackett American Inn of Court | Member | 2011 - Present |
Colorado Bar Association | Member Pro Bono Appellate Panel | 2011 - Present |
Colorado Bar Association | Immigration Law Section | 2011 - Present |
Denver Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Colorado Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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California Western School of Law | Juris Doctor | 2007 |
Hamilton College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Rocky Mountain Immigration Law Update | Immigration, Day Coordinator | 2012 |
YLD Practical Aspects of Practice and Hot Topics in the Law | Hanging Your Shingle: Essential Considerations for the Young Lawyer | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Dupree v. Voorhees III, 891 N.Y.S. 2d 422 (2 Dept. 2009) | Appellate court dismisses $285,000 malpractice claim brought against Michael Gianelli's client |
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Kaitlyn Wright, Immigration Attorney on Jul 8, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Michael. He is well-respected in the community and an excellent immigration attorney.
Matthew Skeen, General practice Attorney on Jan 26, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mike Gianelli possesses a beautiful legal mind which he uses to go the extra mile for his clients. He is an expert negotiator with ample trial experience who doggedly pursues positive outcomes to legal problems.
Giacomo Behar, Immigration Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
Benjamin Bilewski, Immigration Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Maile Kobayashi, Immigration Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Shaftel, Immigration Attorney on Mar 4, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mike is a very skilled lawyer and communicator. He is able to explain complex legal problems to clients and resolve these problems in the most efficient way possible.
Devi Yorty, Appeals Attorney on Apr 5, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked with Michael on a difficult appeal that wound up being much more than an appeal. It was a pleasure and I'd work with him again!
Craig Fleischer, General practice Attorney on Jan 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Gianelli has all of the special qualities which makes him the one you want on your side. He is diligent and perseveres to get the right result for his clients. He is also compassionate and attentive to the needs of his clients. You will feel comfortable and confident in having him represent you, as well as the piece of mind knowing you have made the right choice.
Christopher Abbott, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 7, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I had the pleasure of working with Mike early in his legal career. Immediately he showed a knowledge and appreciation of the law, and a readiness to expose himself to legal issues he was not familiar with. He has a great way with people too, and in the time I worked with him he quickly developed a reputation as a very dependable and capable attorney. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mike for any legal problem you may encounter.