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Biography
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.
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Licensed in Colorado for 15 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 17 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC
217 E. Seventh Avenue, Denver, CO, 80203
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Violent Crime
Posted by Julianna | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime
Unrelenting
Mr. Gianelli is an amazing lawyer and an all around great guy. I had a very difficult case in which I was falsely accused of domestic violence/ battery/ assault/ harassment. I am a single mom of a 4yr old boy and when I came to Mr. Gianelli I was in such a horrible state emotionally. After meeting wi...
Michael Paul Gianelli's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Michael. He is well-respected in the community and an excellent immigration attorney."
"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."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
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"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."
"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!"
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2011
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
2010
Outstanding Contribution and Pro Bono Service, Supreme Court of the State of Colorado
2003
Academic Merit Scholarship, California Western School of Law
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Michael P. Gianelli, LLC
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Reynolds, Caronia, Gianelli et al., LLP
2006 - 2006
Clerk / Extern, U.S. District Court, E.D.N.Y., Hon. Raymond J. Dearie
2005 - 2005
Intern, San Diego District Attorney's Office (Cold Case Homicide Unit)
2005 - 2005
Intern, Legal Aid Society (DV Clinic)
2001 - 2001
New Listings and Marketing Intern, New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
Associations
2014 - Present
West Washington Park Neighborhood AssociationBoard Member
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Colorado chapter)NMD Committee
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network Pro Bono AttorneyMember
2011 - Present
Rhone-Brackett American Inn of CourtMember
2011 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember Pro Bono Appellate Panel
2011 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationImmigration Law Section
2010 - Present
Denver Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
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
Education
2007
California Western School of Law
Juris Doctor
2002
Hamilton College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Rocky Mountain Immigration Law Update
Immigration, Day Coordinator
2011
YLD Practical Aspects of Practice and Hot Topics in the Law
Hanging Your Shingle: Essential Considerations for the Young Lawyer
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is trespassing a CIMT?
12 Apr 2013
Q&A
Is it eligible to travel inside the USA while I-360 VAWA is pending?
08 Dec 2012
Q&A
Please answer me, I have an immigration concerns about soliciting a prostitute !!
14 Nov 2012