John Raymond Gonzo, Employment Attorney in East Hanover, New Jersey
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatL'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.
East Hanover, NJ
Practicing employment in East Hanover since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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John Raymond Gonzo is a member based in East Hanover, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. John has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- East Hanover, NJ
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Insurance
- Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from East Hanover, NJ.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John Raymond Gonzo: John Raymond Gonzo is a member based in East Hanover, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. John has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Raymond Gonzo
John concentrates on employment, general, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in East Hanover, New Jersey
John takes employment matters in East Hanover, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
General cases in East Hanover, New Jersey
John takes general matters in East Hanover, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in East Hanover, New Jersey
John takes insurance matters in East Hanover, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in East Hanover, New Jersey
John takes litigation matters in East Hanover, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in East Hanover, New Jersey
John takes product liability matters in East Hanover, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John Raymond Gonzo — Over 35 years of New Jersey employment experience
John Raymond Gonzo is a member based in East Hanover, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. John has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
John Raymond Gonzo is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, insurance, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. John practices at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P. in East Hanover, NJ.
John's approach to employment cases
John Raymond Gonzo is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, insurance, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. John practices at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P. in East Hanover, NJ.
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in East Hanover and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
John Raymond Gonzo's legal education and bar admissions
Vermont Law School
J.D. · 1990
Fairleigh Dickinson University
M.A. Rutgers · 1986
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court a
1994 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Vermont Law School and M.A. Rutgers in Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Vermont Law School and M.A. Rutgers in Fairleigh Dickinson University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of John Raymond Gonzo
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
John Raymond Gonzo's office in East Hanover
John's primary office is at 100 Eagle Rock Ave., Ste. 220, East Hanover, NJ, 07936. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.
100 Eagle Rock Ave., Ste. 220
East Hanover, NJ 07936
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Client reviews of John Raymond Gonzo — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire John Raymond Gonzo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in East Hanover, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Raymond Gonzo
How much does it cost to hire John for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple employment 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside East Hanover?
John is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new employment clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving East Hanover, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
John handles employment matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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