DANIELLE M. SALARIO, Esq.
Mullica Hill,NJ
Summary
Public defender and adjunct professor with over 20 years of litigation experience in child welfare law. Teach Legal Environment of Business, emphasizing the practical application of legal principles and real-world legal analysis. Expertise includes courts, legal process, due process, and the impact of law on individuals and families.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
Rowan University
Glassboro, New Jersey
01.2024 - Current
- Teach Legal Environment of Business to undergraduate students, emphasizing the practical application of legal principles and real-world legal analysis
- Deliver engaging instruction in contracts, liability, ethics, and legal systems, fostering critical thinking and active student participation
- Design lectures, assignments, and assessments aligned with course objectives and student learning outcomes
- Assess student performance and provide targeted feedback to support academic development and mastery of course material
- Mentor and advise students on academic progress, career pathways, and goal attainment
- Cultivate an inclusive and professional classroom environment that promotes engagement and applied learning
STAFF ATTORNEY
New Jersey Office of the Public Defender, Office of Parental Representation
Camden, New Jersey
11.2004 - Current
- Navigate complex child welfare litigation involving abuse, neglect, and termination of parental rights (Title 9 and Title 30)
- Represent parents and legal guardians in all stages of litigation, including hearings, trials, and contested proceedings
- Advocate for constitutional rights and due process while working toward family reunification and favorable client outcomes
- Develop case strategy, conduct legal research, and analyze constitutional, evidentiary, and statutory issues
- Prepare and examine lay and expert witnesses; conduct direct and cross-examinations in high-stakes proceedings
- Collaborate with social service providers and guide clients through court-ordered services and legal processes
- Prepare comprehensive exhibits and case materials to support effective advocacy and litigation outcomes
LAW CLERK TO THE HONORABLE JOHN A. ALMEIDA
Superior Court of New Jersey
Mount Holly, New Jersey
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Researched and articulated legal arguments in memoranda and opinions on various criminal legal matters.
- Coordinated documentation and evidence organization to enhance case readiness for judicial review.
LEGAL INTERN, TRIAL TEAM
Burlington County Prosecutor's Office
Mount Holly, New Jersey
05.2002 - 05.2003
- Researched and drafted motions in New Jersey Superior Court, including suppression, sentencing, and evidentiary issues
- Assisted in trial preparation, including witness interviews, subpoenas, and case strategy
- Observed courtroom proceedings and analyzed trial and appellate arguments
STUDENT ATTORNEY
Delaware Civil Clinic
Wilmington, Delaware
08.2002 - 12.2002
- Represented indigent clients in family and civil matters, including custody, domestic violence, and landlord-tenant issues
- Drafted pleadings, conducted client interviews, and participated in mediation and court proceedings
- Conducted legal research and assisted in case strategy and client advocacy
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Widener University School of Law
Wilmington, Delaware
08.2001 - 05.2002
- Conducted legal research and analysis across multiple areas of law, including health law, contracts, and business organizations
- Supported faculty instruction through preparation of course materials and academic content
Education
J.D. - Law
Widener University Delaware Law School
Wilmington, DE05-2003
BA - PSYCHOLOGY
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania06-1999
Skills
- Teaching & Student Engagement
- Courts & Legal Systems
- Trial Advocacy & Litigation
- Child Welfare Litigation
- Constitutional Law & Due Process
- Legal Research & Writing
- Law & Public Policy
- Ethics & Professional Responsibility
- Student Mentorship
Timeline
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
Rowan University
01.2024 - Current
STAFF ATTORNEY
New Jersey Office of the Public Defender, Office of Parental Representation
11.2004 - Current
LAW CLERK TO THE HONORABLE JOHN A. ALMEIDA
Superior Court of New Jersey
09.2003 - 08.2004
STUDENT ATTORNEY
Delaware Civil Clinic
08.2002 - 12.2002
LEGAL INTERN, TRIAL TEAM
Burlington County Prosecutor's Office
05.2002 - 05.2003
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Widener University School of Law
08.2001 - 05.2002
J.D. - Law
Widener University Delaware Law School
BA - PSYCHOLOGY
Drexel University
Additional Information
- Licensed Attorney, State of New Jersey
- District IV Ethics Committee Member, New Jersey Office of Attorney Ethics
- Available for Undergraduate and Graduate Instruction