Gigio K. Ninan

Gigio K. Ninan is a skilled lawyer with nearly 15 years of experience in business and employment law. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Shankar Ninan Law Firm, he provides legal counsel to businesses of all sizes, from startups to multinational corporations. His expertise includes corporate governance, employment policies, contract negotiation, and commercial litigation. He also serves as outside General Counsel to several businesses, helping them navigate legal challenges while achieving their objectives. Additionally, as a Certified Mediator for the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, he plays a key role in dispute resolution.

Gigio earned a J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law, where he was an Associate Editor of the Nuremberg Project, Rutgers Journal of Law and Religion. He also holds a B.A., cum laude, from the State University of New York at Binghamton in Philosophy, Politics, and Law.

Throughout his career, Gigio has helped businesses with employment agreements, non-compete clauses, wage and hour claims, commercial contracts, and corporate governance. His work spans multiple industries, including healthcare, technology, e-commerce, staffing, and construction. He has represented companies in federal and state courts across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

Gigio has successfully handled mergers, acquisitions, lease negotiations, and employment disputes for clients in various sectors. He has also advised physician groups, pharmacies, and SaaS providers on business operations and compliance matters. His litigation experience includes restrictive covenant enforcement, breach of contract cases, and class action defense.

A recognized legal thought leader, Gigio K. Ninan frequently speaks at Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs and has authored articles on employment law, business formation, and contract negotiations. He has also been featured in Forbes, U.S. News, and Medscape for his insights on key legal topics. With a strong commitment to diversity and legal education, Gigio continues to shape the future of the legal profession while providing strategic counsel to businesses.

Law Office Affiliations

• Co-Founder and CEO, Shankar Ninan & Co. LLP
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, South Asian Bar Association of North America
• Member, South Asian Bar Association of New York
• Member, South Asian Bar Association of New Jersey
• Member, Asian American Bar Association of New York

Licensed State

• New York
• Pennsylvania
• New Jersey

Education

• University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Wharton School
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Harvard University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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