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Joseph Lento also referred to as Joseph D. Lento (born August 22, 1977, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American attorney and the founder of the Lento Law Firm, known for his national legal advocacy in education law, student rights, and professional license defense. Lento has represented clients in high-stakes institutional proceedings across the United States, with a practice characterized by assertive defense strategies and a commitment to due process.^[1]^[2]^[3]

Lento was the first in his family to pursue higher education. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Business from Villanova University and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law, where he received the Honorable Nicholas A. Cipriani Scholarship for academic achievement and service.^[4]^[5]^[6]

Legal Career and Firm Development

After earning his law degree in 2008, Lento established his own legal practice in Philadelphia.^[7]^[8] Early in his career, he became known for employing bold and highly personalized legal strategies, including organizing community support for courtroom appearances and going toe to toe against the prosecution.^[9]^[10]

Lento expanded his firm into a national operation. The Lento Law Firm now includes nearly 50 professionals serving clients across the United States.^[11]^[12]

Lento has built a reputation for taking on complex cases often avoided by other attorneys, particularly those involving allegations of institutional overreach, false accusations, or improper disciplinary procedures.^[13]^[14]

Disciplinary Proceedings in Pennsylvania

In November 2024, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a five-year suspension of Lento’s license to practice law within the state. Lento has formally contested the decision, maintaining that the findings were based on a misrepresentation of facts and flawed procedural conclusions.^[15]^[16]

Lento has stated that the media narrative surrounding the disciplinary action has failed to accurately reflect the facts or the legal basis of his response.

Continued Legal Work and Licensure

Despite the Pennsylvania suspension, Joseph Lento remains a licensed attorney in multiple other jurisdictions, including New Jersey and New York. He continues to lead the Lento Law Firm and represent clients across the country.^[17]^[18]

His ongoing legal work includes high-profile cases involving Title IX complaints, challenges to professional board actions, and representation of clients accused of misconduct in educational and healthcare settings.^[19]^[20]

Legal Philosophy

Joseph Lento is known for his guiding principle: “Fighting the good fight.” He emphasizes persistence in the face of adversity and encourages clients not to back down when facing unjust claims.^[21]^[22]^[23]

Lento has stated that his suspension in Pennsylvania is not an admission of wrongdoing but a reflection of broader issues within the disciplinary process.^[24]^[25]^[26]

References

External Links

[1] ttps://www.foreignaffairsobserver.com/2025/01/professional-licensing-reform-accountability.html

[2] ttps://econotimes.com/Navigating-Professional-Discipline-in-the-Era-of-Increased-Regulatory-Scrutiny-with-Joseph-Lento-1701468

[3] ttps://theubj.com/joseph-lento-on-the-emotional-and-systemic-stakes-of-advocacy-for-students-and-professionals/

[4] ttps://www.digitaljournal.com/tech-science/ai-and-automation-in-professional-regulation-the-double-edged-sword/article

[5] ttps://econotimes.com/The-Legal-Gray-Areas-of-AI-Surveillance-in-Higher-Education-Joseph-Lento-of-Lento-Law-Firm-Weigh-In-on-the-Risks-for-Students-1703912

[6] ttps://cloutnews.com/navigating-the-complexities-of-title-ix-with-joseph-lento/

[7] ttps://www.eliteluxurynews.com/2025/01/higher-education-accessibility-reform.html

[8] ttps://hauteliving.com/2025/04/senate-democrats-block-sports-ban-title-ix-student-athletics-with-joseph-lento/767407/

[9] ttps://www.techtimes.com/articles/309891/20250404/supreme-court-declines-hear-challenge-university-bias-reporting-systems-what-it-means-campus.htm

[10] ttps://www.lawyerherald.com/articles/62481/20250226/joseph-lento-lento-law-firm-algorithmic-justice-role-artificial-intelligence-technology.htm

[11] ttps://www.justluxe.com/community/joseph-lento-on-defending-student-rights_a_1979583.php

[12] ttps://okmagazine.com/p/championing-individual-rights-joseph-lentos-journey-night-school-founder-lento-law-firm/

[13] ttps://www.entrepreneur.com/en-au/news-and-trends/how-licensed-professionals-should-respond-to-board/490173

[14] ttps://www.sfweekly.com/marketplace/one-mistake-lifelong-consequences-joseph-lento-of-lento-law-firm-on-how-criminal-charges-impact/article_38644f73-74df-457b-aba4-a030fc646279.html

[15] ttps://ritzherald.com/the-impact-of-recent-executive-orders-on-professional-licensing-joseph-lento-on-the-shifting-landscape-for-licensed-professionals/

[16] ttps://londondailypost.com/advocating-against-institutional-power-defending-student-rights-and-professional-licenses-with-joseph-lento/

[17] ttps://www.geekwire.com/contributor-content/bias-reporting-systems-under-scrutiny-joseph-lento-of-lento-law-firm-on-the-legal-challenges-facing-campus-speech-policies/

[18] ttps://ceoworld.biz/2024/11/14/defending-professional-licenses-with-joseph-lento-founder-of-and-senior-litigator-at-the-lento-law-firm

[19] ttps://retail-insider.com/articles/2025/02/the-intersection-of-mental-health-and-student-discipline-joseph-lento-of-lento-law-firm-discusses-navigating-a-broken-system/

[20] ttps://hackernoon.com/defending-your-career-joseph-lento-on-navigating-professional-licensing-challenges

[21] ttps://bmmagazine.co.uk/business/state-mandated-restrictions-on-transgender-students-legal-battles-and-institutional-challenges-insights-from-joseph-lento-and-lento-law-firm/

[22] ttps://timesofnewyork.net/ethical-and-procedural-challenges-in-professional-licensing-with-joseph-lento/

[23] ttps://calbizjournal.com/joseph-lento-founder-of-lento-law-firm-discusses-the-impact-of-educational-dei-rollbacks-on-future-professional-diversity/

[24] ttps://nl.mashable.com/legal-advice/11158/the-legal-repercussions-of-social-media-conduct-on-professional-licensing-how-joseph-lento-and-lento

[25] ttps://www.vcpost.com/articles/129011/20250312/navigating-telehealth-licensing-challenges-era-increased-regulatory-scrutiny-insights-lento.htm

[26] ttps://marketsherald.com/understanding-educational-advocacy-and-professional-licensing-disputes-insights-from-joseph-lento/

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