Judge Michael A. Martinelli is in the 24th year of serving as Chief Judge of the Yonkers City Court.
Prior to taking the bench in 1996, he had a 20-year career as a litigator specializing in commercial, real estate, criminal and zoning law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Notre Dame and Juris Doctor degree from St. John’s University School of Law.
Judge Martinelli was recognized in 1995 with a prestigious “AV” rating by Martindale-Hubbel, and is a Past President of the Yonkers Lawyers Association and the Columbian Lawyers Association.
Judge Mike Martinelli has also is deeply involved with the “problem solving” Drug Court and Human Trafficking Part
Judge Mike Martinelli has done this all in a firm, fair, expeditious and courteous manner.
He also serves as an Acting County Court Judge
He lives in Yonkers with his wife of 45 years, the former Jeanne Vergari.