Jocelyn Small, Civil Rights Attorney in Melville, New York
Over 5 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts
AssociateatKessler Matura P.C.
Melville, NY
Practicing civil rights in Melville since 2021.
- 5+
- Years practicing
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Jocelyn Small is an associate based in Melville, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Jocelyn has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kessler Matura P.C..
- Based in
- Melville, NY
- Experience
- over 5 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Melville, NY.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jocelyn Small: Jocelyn Small is an associate based in Melville, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Jocelyn has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kessler Matura P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jocelyn takes on
Jocelyn concentrates on civil rights, employment, employment contracts, wage & hour, and wrongful termination. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jocelyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Wage & Hour
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Wrongful Termination
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Civil Rights cases in Melville, New York
Jocelyn takes civil rights matters in Melville, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Melville, New York
Jocelyn takes employment matters in Melville, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Melville, New York
Jocelyn takes employment contracts matters in Melville, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Wage & Hour cases in Melville, New York
Jocelyn takes wage & hour matters in Melville, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Termination cases in Melville, New York
Jocelyn takes wrongful termination matters in Melville, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jocelyn agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jocelyn Small — civil rights lawyer in Melville
Jocelyn Small is an associate based in Melville, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Jocelyn has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kessler Matura P.C..
Jocelyn Small is a lawyer practicing discrimination, wage and hour claims, employment contracts and severance agreements and 3 other areas of law. Jocelyn received a B.S. degree from SUNY College at Old Westbury, and has been licensed for 5 years. Jocelyn practices at Kessler Matura P.C. in Melville, NY.
How Jocelyn handles civil rights matters
Jocelyn Small is a lawyer practicing discrimination, wage and hour claims, employment contracts and severance agreements and 3 other areas of law. Jocelyn received a B.S. degree from SUNY College at Old Westbury, and has been licensed for 5 years. Jocelyn practices at Kessler Matura P.C. in Melville, NY.
Who Jocelyn represents
Jocelyn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and employment contracts matters in Melville and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Massachusetts Law School J.D.
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SUNY College at Old Westbury B.S. Industrial and Labor Relations, magna cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Jocelyn's state bar admissions
New York New Jersey
2021 · ACTIVE
Jocelyn studied at — in University of Massachusetts Law School J.D. and — in SUNY College at Old Westbury B.S. Industrial and Labor Relations, magna cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Jocelyn completed — in University of Massachusetts Law School J.D. and — in SUNY College at Old Westbury B.S. Industrial and Labor Relations, magna cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jocelyn runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jocelyn's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association National Bar Association National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA/NY) Federal Bar Association
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Locations
Jocelyn Small's office in Melville
Jocelyn's primary office is at 534 Broadhollow Road, Suite 275, Melville, NY, 11747. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jocelyn Small — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jocelyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jocelyn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jocelyn's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jocelyn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Melville, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jocelyn
Jocelyn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jocelyn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jocelyn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jocelyn Small
How much does it cost to hire Jocelyn for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jocelyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jocelyn offer a free consultation?
Jocelyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jocelyn's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Jocelyn's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in New York typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jocelyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jocelyn take my case if I'm outside Melville?
Jocelyn is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jocelyn will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jocelyn?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jocelyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jocelyn accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Jocelyn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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