Jeffrey P. Catalano, Esq. concentrates his practice in public school/education law and labor and employment law, representing businesses and boards of education throughout Southern New Jersey.

A proud alumnus of Cornell University, he earned his Bachelor of Science from the School of Industrial and Labor Relations in 2009 and his Juris Doctorate from Cornell Law School in 2012. He is intrigued by the evolving world of work and believes that understanding both employer and employee perspectives creates a solid foundation for helping clients build and maintain a healthy workplace.

Over the course of his career, Mr. Catalano has represented both labor and management, providing the informed and well-rounded legal perspective his clients value. Jeffrey focuses his practice in Southern New Jersey, particularly in his home of Gloucester County, where he represents multiple businesses and boards of education. He takes pride in his community and helping those within it succeed and thrive. His informed legal perspective, dedication to his clients, and commitment to advocacy have earned him the trust of the Southern New Jerey community. The challenge of unpacking problems to get to practical solutions is what he enjoys most about being an attorney.

While his goal in employment negotiations is to resolve matters efficiently and avoid trial when possible, he is also a tenacious advocate who has successfully represented clients through all stages of litigation.  His experience includes a clerkship with the National Football League Management Council, representing the NFL Clubs in matters of collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and policy implementation.

Jeffrey has spoken multiple times as a guest lecturer at Rutgers University School of Management and Labor Relations on a variety of topics related to labor and employment law

He currently resides in Glassboro, New Jersey with his wife, son Jonathan, daughter Emma, and their goldendoodle, Mabel. Jeffrey is an avid chef and wine enthusiast. He also enjoys various strategy games and rooting for his beloved Philadelphia sports teams. 

Honors & Awards

Winner, South Jersey Biz Magazine's 20 Under 40, 2022

Professional Activities

• Glassboro Zoning Board from 2019-2020
• Burlington County Bar Association

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