civil and commercial litigation

We have substantial experience in all forms of commercial litigation. Among our areas of expertise are all real estate, business, and contractual disputes, business tort claims, employment disputes and litigation between principals of companies.

We are also experienced in litigation with government entities, including zoning litigation, workers compensation defense, constitutional law, and litigation regarding licensing and government approvals.

securities litigation

Since 1981, the firm has represented banks, brokerage houses and clearing companies (and the officers and executives of those entities). We have the resources to provide our clients with experienced, creative representation in all aspects of securities litigation. We regularly defend securities actions brought by customers and employees, in addition to member to member disputes.

We have substantial experience representing customers and financial advisors with respect to both their personal and professional legal matters. We are experienced in all forms of litigation regarding arbitrations (compelling or staying) and awards (staying, vacating, and clarifying).

We are also experienced in litigation with government entities, including zoning litigation, workers compensation defense, constitutional law, and litigation regarding licensing and government approvals.

courts and appeals

We have extensive experience in all the New York State courts, in Federal Court, and before various federal and stage agencies.

We regularly litigate before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA") , all commodities exchanges and the American Arbitration Association.

We also have a strong appellate practice and have represented our clients on numerous appeals on commercial, matrimonial and constitutional issues. Our attorneys have been engaged in appellate litigation in across the United States.