Charles S. DeAngelo is an attorney at Fessenden, Laumer & DeAngelo, PLLC, in Jamestown, New York. Mr. DeAngelo practices in the areas of general practice, employment law, estate planning, real estate transactions, personal injury law, and civil litigation. He is experienced with litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods such as arbitration and mediation.
Mr. DeAngelo has been practicing since 1981 and represents clients in Jamestown, Fredonia, Dunkirk, and Olean, as well as throughout Allegany, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and southern Erie counties. His clients include individuals and unions in the private and public sectors. In addition to his role as a private attorney, he is a regional attorney for the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc.
Over his time in practice, Mr. DeAngelo has negotiated many major settlements for his clients. When litigation is necessary, he is prepared to fight for his clients’ rights in the courtroom. In recognition of his success, he is AV Preeminent® peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell. This is the organization’s highest rating, reflecting high legal capability and ethical standards. He also has received the “Super Lawyer” distinction for a number of years.
An active contributor to his legal community, Mr. DeAngelo is a member of the Eighth Judicial District Character and Fitness Committee and a former president of the Jamestown Bar Association. He has also been involved with community organizations including the Jamestown Boys & Girls Club, Chautauqua County Youth Hockey Association Sled Hockey program, and Hunter’s Hope Foundation.
Mr. DeAngelo earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Cornell University and received his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center. He was previously employed as an attorney for the Teamsters International Union at its international headquarters in Washington D.C. and was the campaign manager for former Congressman and Lt. Governor Stan Lundine. He holds licenses to practice law before the state and federal courts of New York, United States Supreme Court, the Third Circuit, and Federal Circuit.
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