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Trusted Legal Representation in Syracuse, NY
Gattuso & Ciotoli, PLLC is a law firm dedicated to advocating for clients in personal injury, employment law, education law, and class action cases across Central New York. With over 50 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys prioritize personalized attention, ensuring each client receives tailored strategies aligned with their unique needs. We operate on a contingency fee basis, eliminating upfront costs to make legal representation accessible during critical times.Our practice spans complex litigation, including medical malpractice, wage theft, workplace discrimination, and educational law disputes. We maintain strong relationships within the legal community and focus on achieving favorable outcomes through negotiation or trial. Our commitment to transparency, ethical practices, and client communication has earned us a reputation for trustworthiness and results-driven advocacy.
Services
Personal Injury
Employment Law
Class Action Lawsuits
Education Law
Medical Malpractice
Highlights and features
- We have more than 50 years of combined legal experience handling personal injury and employment law cases.
- We provide personalized attention and direct attorney communication throughout your case.
- Our contingency fee basis ensures no upfront costs for clients.
- We maintain strong relationships with legal professionals across Central New York.
- Our career success rate for cases has been 98%.
What people say
Personalized service
98% success rate
Timely communication
Ethical representation
Successful settlements
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured due to negligence in car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace incidents, and defective products. Our attorneys advocate for compensation covering medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience, we handle complex cases requiring expert testimony and negotiation with insurance companies to secure fair settlements.
Employment Law
Our firm defends employees facing discrimination, wage theft, wrongful termination, and harassment. We handle claims under federal and state labor laws, including FLSA violations, overtime disputes, and non-compete agreements. We provide strategic counsel for individual and class-action cases against employers violating workplace rights in New York.
Class Action Lawsuits
We file class-action suits for widespread labor law violations, consumer fraud, and product liability. Our attorneys consolidate individual claims into collective legal actions to hold corporations accountable for wage theft, misclassification, and deceptive business practices. This approach maximizes impact while reducing individual litigation costs.
Education Law
We represent educators, administrators, and families in disputes involving tenure rights, disciplinary actions, and special education accommodations. Our services ensure compliance with educational regulations and protect the rights of students with disabilities under federal and state law.
Medical Malpractice
Our team pursues claims against healthcare providers for birth injuries, surgical errors, and misdiagnosed conditions. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for long-term care, rehabilitation, and lost quality of life resulting from substandard medical care.
People
Frank Gattuso
Founder
Frank Gattuso has over 25 years of experience in personal injury and employment law. He focuses on complex litigation, including class-action lawsuits and medical malpractice cases. Clients praise his dedication, communication, and successful track record in high-stakes legal matters.
Stephen Ciotoli
Founder
Stephen Ciotoli specializes in employment law and educational law disputes. With extensive trial experience, he advocates for employees' rights and represents educators in tenure and disciplinary cases. His collaborative approach ensures comprehensive legal strategies for individual and institutional clients.
Ryan Files
Associate Attorney
Ryan Files focuses on personal injury and workplace accident cases. He assists clients in securing compensation for medical expenses and lost income. His practice emphasizes direct client communication and thorough case preparation from initial consultation through trial.
Questions
Does Gattuso & Ciotoli handle cases outside Central New York?
We primarily serve Central New York but represent clients statewide in employment law, personal injury, and education law matters.
What payment options are available for legal services?
We work on a contingency fee basis for personal injury and employment cases, meaning no upfront costs are required.
How long do personal injury cases typically take to resolve?
Case duration varies by complexity, but we prioritize efficient resolution through negotiation while preparing for trial if necessary.
Can I schedule a consultation outside regular business hours?
Our attorneys are available 24/7 for emergencies, with standard consultations offered Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
What types of employment law violations do you handle?
We address wage theft, discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, and non-compete agreement disputes under federal and New York law.
Do you offer free case evaluations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to assess your legal options and determine the best course of action.
