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Michael Paul Gianelli

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  • Denver, CO
  • Licensed for 14 years
Michael Paul Gianelli
Michael Paul Gianelli
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About Michael

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

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Contact

Law Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC

217 E. Seventh Avenue
Denver, CO, 80203

Website
http://www.mpglaw.us 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      COActive201006/08/2022
      NYCurrently registered 200906/05/2022
      CAActive200808/04/2011
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers48
      Legal guides1
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate Granted
      Outstanding Support for Libyans During Time of NeedLibyan Community of Colorado2011
      Outstanding Volunteer ServiceRocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network2011
      Outstanding Contribution and Pro Bono ServiceSupreme Court of the State of Colorado2011
      Outstanding Contribution and Pro Bono ServiceSupreme Court of the State of Colorado2010
      Academic Merit ScholarshipCalifornia Western School of Law2003
      work experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      OwnerLaw Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC2011 - Present
      AttorneyReynolds, Caronia, Gianelli et al., LLP2007 - 2010
      Clerk / ExternU.S. District Court, E.D.N.Y., Hon. Raymond J. Dearie2006 - 2006
      InternSan Diego District Attorney's Office (Cold Case Homicide Unit)2005 - 2005
      InternLegal Aid Society (DV Clinic)2005 - 2005
      New Listings and Marketing InternNew York Stock Exchange (NYSE)2001 - 2001
      associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      West Washington Park Neighborhood AssociationBoard Member2014 - Present
      American Immigration Lawyers Association (Colorado chapter)NMD Committee2013 - Present
      American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember2011 - Present
      Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network Pro Bono AttorneyMember2011 - Present
      Rhone-Brackett American Inn of CourtMember2011 - Present
      Colorado Bar AssociationMember Pro Bono Appellate Panel2011 - Present
      Colorado Bar AssociationImmigration Law Section2011 - Present
      Denver Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
      Colorado Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
      education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      California Western School of LawJuris Doctor2007
      Hamilton CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2002
      speaking engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Rocky Mountain Immigration Law UpdateImmigration, Day Coordinator2012
      YLD Practical Aspects of Practice and Hot Topics in the LawHanging Your Shingle: Essential Considerations for the Young Lawyer2011
      legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      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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      straight forward, trustworthy and reassuring. Made me feel like I wasn't alone

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      Lawyer Kaitlyn M. Wright

      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.

      Lawyer Matthew David Skeen Jr.

      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.

      Lawyer Giacomo Jacques Behar

      Giacomo Behar, Immigration Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
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      I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.

      Lawyer Benjamin C. Bilewski

      Benjamin Bilewski, Immigration Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Maile Miyoko Kobayashi

      Maile Kobayashi, Immigration Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Matthew Clark Shaftel

      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.

      Lawyer Devi Colene Yorty

      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!

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      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.

      Lawyer Christopher B. Abbott

      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.

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