Paul T. Colella

Paul T. Colella is a business lawyer and managing shareholder at Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C., whose practice centers on mergers and acquisitions, business law, corporate finance, securities, and cannabis matters. He serves as managing shareholder and represents purchasers and sellers in business acquisitions and dispositions. He advises clients on transaction structures, negotiates terms, and prepares securities filings or public disclosures for deals involving publicly traded companies. His work supports businesses through significant ownership, financing, and operational decisions.

Paul earned his B.S. from Bentley University in 1984. He received his J.D. cum laude from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 1988. He was admitted to the New Jersey bar and the US District Court for the District of New Jersey in 1988. His professional involvement includes membership in the New Jersey State Bar Association.

Paul counsels clients forming corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and professional practices. He prepares shareholder, employment, consulting, and other business agreements while helping owners address internal disputes. His corporate finance work covers public and private capital raising, registration statements, private offering documents, and continuing securities compliance. He advises public companies on SEC rules, stock exchange requirements, periodic reports, and proxy materials for shareholder meetings. His practical guidance connects transaction planning with governance, disclosure, and regulatory responsibilities.

Paul T. Colella has earned recognition for his work in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions. Chambers USA ranked him in Band 3 for Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions in 2026. Best Lawyers has recognized him since 2008 for Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. He has contributed to publications addressing initial public offerings and securities reporting requirements. His leadership and long-standing practice reflect extensive experience guiding companies through complex transactions and capital-market obligations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Shareholder, Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C.
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New Jersey

Education

• Washington and Lee University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bentley University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)