Jeffrey Dana Gillen, Employment Attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Wage & Hour
West Palm Beach, FL
Practicing employment in West Palm Beach since 1976.
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- Years practicing
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Jeffrey Dana Gillen is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Employment and Wage & Hour. Jeffrey has over 50 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- West Palm Beach, FL
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Employment · Wage & Hour
- Handles Employment and Wage & Hour matters from West Palm Beach, FL.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jeffrey Dana Gillen: Jeffrey Dana Gillen is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Employment and Wage & Hour. Jeffrey has over 50 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jeffrey takes on
Jeffrey concentrates on employment and wage & hour. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in West Palm Beach, Florida
Jeffrey takes employment matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Wage & Hour cases in West Palm Beach, Florida
Jeffrey takes wage & hour matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jeffrey Dana Gillen — employment lawyer in West Palm Beach
Jeffrey Dana Gillen is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Employment and Wage & Hour. Jeffrey has over 50 years of legal experience.
Hon. Jeffrey Dana Gillen is a lawyer practicing labor law, equal employment opportunity law, wage and hour law. Jeffrey Dana received a degree from Culver Military Academy, University of Michigan, and has been licensed for 50 years. Jeffrey Dana practices in West Palm Beach, FL.
How Jeffrey handles employment matters
Hon. Jeffrey Dana Gillen is a lawyer practicing labor law, equal employment opportunity law, wage and hour law. Jeffrey Dana received a degree from Culver Military Academy, University of Michigan, and has been licensed for 50 years. Jeffrey Dana practices in West Palm Beach, FL.
Who Jeffrey represents
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and wage & hour matters in West Palm Beach and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Syracuse University
J.D. · 1975
Culver Military Academy, University of Michigan Flint and Denison University
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Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
Florida
1997 · ACTIVE
New York (inactive)
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in Syracuse University and — in Culver Military Academy, University of Michigan Flint and Denison University.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in Syracuse University and — in Culver Military Academy, University of Michigan Flint and Denison University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jeffrey Dana Gillen's office in West Palm Beach
Jeffrey's primary office is at 205 N Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401-4522. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jeffrey Dana Gillen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey'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 Jeffrey Dana Gillen
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Florida 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside West Palm Beach?
Jeffrey is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new employment clients right now?
Jeffrey'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 West Palm Beach, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Jeffrey handles employment matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
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