Jon L Gelman
Jon L. Gelman, Attorney at Law • Wayne, NJ
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Contact
Email
jon@gelmans.com
Phone
(973) 547-1269
Address
19 Darlington Dr., Wayne, NJ, 07470-2865, US
Professional
About
Jon L. Gelman is a highly respected attorney based in Wayne, New Jersey, with over four decades of dedicated experience in Workers' Compensation, Litigation, and Social Security law. As the Managing Attorney at Jon L. Gelman LLC since 1979, he has built a robust reputation for his unwavering commitment to advocating for the rights of his clients. A graduate of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in 1967, Jon further honed his legal expertise at the John Marshall Law School in Chicago, obtaining his Juris Doctor in 1971. His extensive legal knowledge is complemented by a genuine passion for client advocacy, ensuring that each individual he represents receives the personalized attention and meticulous care necessary to navigate complex legal challenges. Jon’s exceptional service has not gone unnoticed. He has been recognized as a Distinguished Member of the National Academy of Social Insurance in 2015 and has earned accolades in the Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers listings in 2014. These honors reflect his profound impact in the legal community and his commitment to excellence. Clients turn to Jon for his strategic insight and compassionate approach, knowing they have an attorney who not only understands the intricacies of Workers' Compensation and Social Security claims but also prioritizes their needs and well-being. By choosing Jon L. Gelman, potential clients are assured they have an advocate who will fight tirelessly on their behalf, providing clarity and support every step of the way.
About Workers Compensation Law
Workers' compensation attorneys help injured workers obtain benefits for workplace injuries. They navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation. Common matters include workplace injuries, occupational illness, denied claims, disability benefits.
Credentials
Education
1971 John Marshall Law School, Chicago JD - Juris Doctor 1967 Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Distinguished Member, National Academy of Social Insurance 2014 Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America 2014 Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine 2014 New York's Top Attorneys, Woodward-White, Inc. 2014 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2014 Modern Workers Compensation 3 Volume National Treatise: West-Thomson-A Reuters Business 2013 NJ Workers' Compensation Law 3 Volume Treatise: Workers' Compensation Law (West-Thomson-A Reuters Business) 2011 206 New Jersey Law Journal 5 The Complex World of Workers' Compensation and Pharmaceutical Benefits 2011 Newsletter of the National Association of Workers' Compensation Judiciary U.S. Debt Reduction and the Impact on Workers' Compensation Programs
Associations
2014 - Present National Academy of Social Insurance Member 2007 - Present The College of Workers Compensation Lawyers Fellow American Association for Justice Member 2007 - 2010 Scribes - The American Society of Writers on Legal Subjects Member 2005 - 2006 Association of Trial Lawyers of America-Workplace Injury Litigation Group Vice President
Speaking
2014 Seminar NJICLE 9th Annual Hot Topcis in Workers' Compensation Law 2013 NJ Institute for Continuing Legal Education 8th Annual Hot Topcis in Workers' Compensation Law Seminar 2011 Workers' Compensation Midwinter Seminar and Conference Facebook Becomes a Questionable Friend of Workers' Compensation 2011 Seminar Moderator 7th Annual Seminar, Hot Topics in Workers' Compensation Law, 2011 Interview Distracted Driving Increases Workers' Compensation Liability
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Updated: Jun 12, 2026