Valley Stream Lawyers

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Noah Passer, a Partner who hails from New York, is a seasoned litigator with a primary focus on advocating for injured workers and securing the maximum compensation for them. With a wealth of experience in Workers' Compensation, Noah is well-versed in all phases of the process, from the initial claims to trial, settlement, and permanency. He has a proven track record of litigating any disputed matter pertaining to the employment relationship, medical treatment approval, disability, permanency, and other related issues. Noah commands a high level of respect from his peers and colleagues, and he is unwavering in his commitment to...

The Rizzuto Law Firm is a 7 attorney law firm with a long reliable history. 3 of our attorneys have been together for over 20 years. 5 for over 10. Over half the staff has been with the firm for well over 10 years. We represent individuals in serious personal injury, medical malpractice and nursing home neglect claims. We bring a very unique experience to our cases because we also I also represent corporations, insurance carriers, & municipalities in the defense of personal injury claims. Our firm is one of the few law...

The Law Offices of Roman Aminov is a client centric trusts and estates practice concentrating in estate planning, elder law, and probate. We handle the drafting of wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, and trusts of all types. Mr. Aminov's expertise lies in being able to sit down with a client and properly ascertain their current situation and plan the most effective way forward. He has successfully implemented estate plans in high net worth individuals and middle income clients with complicated family situations. Mr. Aminov also helps elderly clients structure their estates to qualify for Medicaid. Allow us to...

Janet Fashakin is a seasoned attorney of over two decades, a journey that started in West Africa in 1990. She received her bachelors in law from the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria, She proceeded to receive her Masters in Law from Yeshiva University, Cardozo School of Law in New York. She obtained a doctorate degree in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University in Baltimore, USA, where her dissertation focuses on the "Challenges faced by the African American Women upon their release from Prison."
Bar Admissions: The Supreme Court of Nigeria;
The Supreme Court of...

Anne-Marie Janine “A.J.” de Bartolomeo is a shareholder and partner at Tadler Law LLP with over thirty years of experience, prosecuting class actions, and complex collective matters in courts throughout the country. She has been named among the highest class of attorneys for professional ethics and legal skills with an AV-Preeminent™ rating by Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized by her peers for inclusion in the Northern California Super Lawyers list every year since 2013. A.J. graduated from Fairfield University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Economics where she was a National Merit Scholar. She then received her Juris...

Attorney Jimmy Johnson is Juris Doctor (JD) graduate of Western Michigan University-Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Auburn Hills Campus, Michigan, USA. In fact, Jimmy Johnson, Esquire is a skilled US Immigration Attorney, Private and Public Criminal Defense Attorneys, and a General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Lawyer with great talents and proven experiences in legal immigration matters including Individual-Family-based and Business-based immigration issues for Jimed Johnson Immigration Services, LLC, Flushing, NY; Law Office of Osa Igunbor, Poughkeepsie, NY; Proskauer Rose, LLP; & Law Office of Adebukola Adetula, Irvington, NJ. Besides having his Juris Doctor (JD) Law Degree with concentration on...

Christine Colvert is a native of Brooklyn, New York, and a dedicated advocate for injured workers in the area. As a member of Shulman & Hill since 2015, Christine has built a reputation as a fierce and effective representative for her clients. She has successfully secured settlements, lost wage payments, and authorization for medical treatment for thousands of injured workers across Brooklyn and the surrounding boroughs. Christine's commitment to providing competent and comprehensive representation is unwavering, and she finds great satisfaction in being a part of the team at Shulman & Hill, where this mission is shared by all.

David Haber is a partner at Cobert, Haber & Haber with expertise in complex litigation.

David has represented Plaintiffs and Defendants in Federal and State Courts in a variety of matters, including commercial, personal injury, and intellectual property litigation.

David is also active in the firm’s transactional practice, representing institutional lenders in making secured loans to New York City Taxi Medallion Owners.

I have been a Business Mediator, Arbitrator, and Litigator, as well as ADR Law Consultant, Trainer, Author, and Speaker for decades. NOTE: Effective 2016, I have retired from the practice of law, and no longer represent clients as their advocate. Effective March 2023, I retired as a neutral business arbitrator and mediator. I am FULLY RETIRED from all practice. Most entrepreneurs, professionals (including lawyers), and business managers and owners lack true and complete knowledge about Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR). I hope to educate and enlighten them regarding the advantages of ADR and avoiding more costly court...

For over two decades, my passion has been defending the rights of my clients. My goal with every single client is to help them move forward with their lives as quickly as possible with the best possible outcome.
My practice focuses on the areas of Criminal Defense and College Disciplinary Law.

• Criminal Defense
With integrity, honesty and over 20 years of experience, I work tirelessly to defend clients in state and federal prosecutions throughout Long Island and New York City. I personally handle every step in the process, from meeting with the client and explaining all possible and probable outcomes,...

Mr. Romano, a senior partner at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP, handles workers compensation cases for the firm. He received his undergraduate degree cum laude from Brandeis University and his Juris Doctorate degree from The John Marshall Law School. Mr. Romano litigates workers compensation claims, including cases involving occupational exposure, asbestos and industrial irritants. He has lectured extensively to labor unions and medical providers. Mr. Romano is a Past President of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group and current President of the Society of New York Workers' Compensation Bar Association. He is a member of...

I am a proud graduate of St. John’s University School of Law (1999). I am currently on the Alumni Board of Directors at the law school I used to attend. Prior to attending law school, I attended New York University and I was a double major in Political Science and Spanish language studies. I graduated from NYU in 1994. In addition to practicing law, I am also enrolled at Bethel Seminary of the East and someday (meaning before I get sent to an old-folks’ home), I hope to obtain a Master’s Degree in Divinity Studies. I...

Seasoned business lawyer with extensive experience working with entrepreneurs, companies, and business ventures in a variety of industries, including high tech, management consulting, real estate development, film and television, Internet, e-learning, software and hardware development, retail, life sciences, call center/business process outsourcing, and a variety of brick and mortar businesses. Serve as counsel to companies and individuals as outside general counsel and M&A/transactional counsel. Serve as business advisor to entrepreneurs seeking assistance with business start-up matters. I have handled numerous M&A deals, corporate, venture capital and commercial transactions worldwide, and bring the experience of...

Seth J. MacArthur is the Managing Partner of the Personal Injury department at his firm, where he focuses on litigating construction accidents and labor law, premises liability, and serious motor vehicle liability cases. With a career spanning two decades, Seth has built a reputation for representing injured individuals in federal and state courts and has secured millions of dollars in awards for his clients. Seth is highly regarded for his unwavering dedication and commitment to his clients and their needs.

Personalized care & attention to your concerns & issues by atty with 35+ years' experience, rated 5.0 " "AV® Preeminent" on lawyers.com and martindale.com (highest ratings achievable). Experience includes successful representation of numerous individuals in Chapters 7, 11 and 13 cases; public corporations & other businesses in Chapter 11 Bankruptcies; defendants in preference, fraudulent conveyance, & other bankruptcy & commercial litigation; and buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. Former bankruptcy trustee in LI for 20+ years. Interviewed on television twice about Bankruptcy Law and issues. Former Chief Law Clerk for Bankruptcy Judge. Wrote numerous articles published in NY...

Alexandria Jean-Pierre is an esteemed employment lawyer based in New York City and a valued member of the Phillips & Associates law firm. With a strong focus on employment law litigation, she is deeply committed to advocating for the rights of employees. If you find yourself facing concerns regarding employment discrimination or any other legal issues within your workplace, reaching out to Ms. Jean-Pierre and her dedicated team at the law firm will help you determine the merits of your case. Having obtained a B.S. in business management with a minor in government from St. John's University, Ms. Jean-Pierre went on...

Growing up in Newark, New Jersey, I witnessed first hand the disparate treatment of individuals based on their country of origin, race and station in life. Even before becoming an attorney, I wanted to ensure that the civil rights afforded under the United States Constitution to individuals and business entities were equally and readily available. In furtherance of this objective, I went to Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ and studied the history, religion, languages and culture of many Native American peoples throughout North America as well as cultural anthropology. Realizing that the study of law would further my...

Richard Hochhauser is the founding partner at the Law Office of Richard Hochhauser, PLLC. As a former Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Hochhauser is a proven trial attorney having successfully taken numerous criminal cases to verdict and is highly experienced in all aspects of criminal law. As an ADA, Mr. Hochhauser prosecuted thousands of criminal cases, including DWI, hit and run, drug sale and possession, assault, domestic violence, larceny, financial fraud, ID theft, and many others. Further, Mr. Hochhauser was chosen to be a member of a specialized unit which focused on DWI and DUI prosecution.

As part of this appointment,...

I spend my days making sure that the Government lives up to its promises that police officers don’t lie, that prosecutors act with some semblance of honor, and that my clients get a fair shake, even if they have done something wrong.

Peter E. Brill is one of only two attorneys in all of New York State — and the only attorney in the New York metropolitan area — to be certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Criminal Law, a certification with rigorous requirements for legal knowledge and criminal trial experience. In his nearly 20 years of practice,...

Richard Gertler has been helping individuals and businesses in the Long Island area for over 20 years. He is dedicated and experienced. If you need an attorney to help with your business or bankruptcy matters contact us today. GERTLER LAW GROUP, LLC 90 Merrick Avenue Suite 400 East Meadow, New York 11554 Phone: (516) 228-3553 https://gertlerlawgroup.com/

Gordon Legal's founder and principal attorney Steven Ben Gordon is dedicated to defending tenants in housing court. Clients benefit from working with Gordon by having someone in their corner who is willing to go to bat for them. Gordon explains the housing court process to clients in a straightforward easy to understand manner and answers client questions compassionately to put their fears to rest. Gordon takes on the tough summary proceeding eviction cases and does not shy away from engaging in housing court ligation battles. If you want someone who will back you up, tell you how it is, present the facts, and...

Jon Bell began his career at one of the largest litigation law firms in New York. Despite gaining vast experience in multi-million dollar claims, Mr. Bell was dissatisfied with not being able to select his own clients and, therefore sometimes had personal conflicts in handling cases where he believed to be "on the wrong side." Thereafter, he started his own law firm, which allowed him to select his own cases, handling them with passion in realizing he has made a personal commitment to each client. Jon Bell became interested in Federal Employee litigation as he discovered the need for Federal Employees...

Svetlana Prizant is the Managing Attorney of the firm and has personal experience in the immigration and naturalization process as an immigrant herself. Svetlana Prizant was honored with a Super Lawyer Award of 2020 and designated as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in the field of Immigration Law. In 2019, she was named one of the ten best attorneys in immigration law by The Legal Practice Magazine. In 2018 she was one of the Top Forty Under Forty Honorees by the American Society of Legal Advocates and received the client satisfaction award by the American Legal Counsel Institute.
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R. David Ades graduated from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and began his legal career handling all areas of corporate law, real estate transactions and commercial transactions. David also gained extensive experience in representing clients in court on personal injury and civil litigation matters. He was associated with an insurance coverage and defense firm for over ten years and is well versed in insurance law disputes. Other areas of law with which he has been involved include landlord/tenant and foreclosure defense.

In addition to his legal practice, David graduated from Columbia University with a degree in history and has had...

Michael Arbeit was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1998. Mr. Arbeit is also admitted to practice in the Federal Eastern and Southern Districts of New York. Mr. Arbeit worked for a law firm until 2002 when Michael A. Arbeit, P.C. was born. The boutique law firm is devoted to all Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations, and serious Personal Injury (accident) related matters. No case is too big or too small. Mr. Arbeit personally handles all of his clients cases from initial intake to final disposition of the matter. Attorney Arbeit...

Attorney Lloyd C. Rosen, Esq. has been a member of Wisselman, Harounian & Associates since 2005. He is skilled in all areas of family law, including separation, divorce, child custody, child and spousal support, visitation rights, domestic violence, property distribution, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. To help families through difficult matters, Attorney Rosen also provides services in the areas of grandparent custody, visitation paternity issues, enforcements of support payments, as well as support termination. On a regular basis, Attorney Rosen serves in Family and Supreme Courts throughout Long Island and the five boroughs of New York City. Aside from...

Gail B. Saul is an experienced matrimonial attorney, specializing in the areas of Divorce and Family Law. She handles cases involving custody, support, visitation, orders of protection, paternity, enforcement, modification of divorce judgments, prenuptial agreements, and postnuptial agreements in all counties of New York State. Ms. Saul is also a Court Certified Matrimonial Mediator. Gail Saul provides her clients with personalized attention, experience and knowledge of the law, and zealous representation. She works hard to obtain positive results for her clients. Gail B. Saul, Esq., strives to bring each one of her clients the highest level of dedication, service, and professionalism....

Gianni is native of Italy. He holds a B.B.A. from Hofstra University. He has always been interested in making a difference. As a result, while in law school, he started getting involved as a summer intern for the Legal Aid and Defender Association in Detroit, Michigan, where he gained a greater understanding of the different aspects of the criminal justice system. He received his J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law where he served as President of the International Law Society. He looks forward every day to being the voice of an individual facing charges of felonies,...

I am a Criminal Defense Attorney, former prosecutor. Our firm and myself specialize in Criminal Defense of all cases at any stage of proceedings, New York State or Federal cases. We offer a free consultation on Criminal matters, call 516-505-2300 or email
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Richard C. Bell has been practicing law in New York City since 1982. In 1986, he opened his own practice focused on personal injury and medical malpractice, and he has maintained that practice since that time. He represents clients in cases resulting from negligence, including auto accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, and more. Mr. Bell handles all aspects of his cases, from the initial investigation through settlement or trial verdict. He is motivated by a true sense of concern for his clients and a desire to get them the compensation they deserve while seeing that those responsible are brought to...

Since 1984, I have had the honor of representing clients in civil and criminal appeals, and complex litigation. During that time, I have continually been learning from my colleagues, and also contributing to the advancement of the law by lecturing and authoring articles on appellate practice and other legal topics. A commitment to excellence is the driving force behind my approach to each and every case.

Zealous, aggressive, and effective advocacy - constantly striving to achieve the best results and peace of mind for every single client.

Michael C. Barrows is a seasoned attorney who specializes in all areas of matrimonial law, from trial to appellate levels. His practice has a strong focus on complex contested divorce litigation. Mr. Barrows is equally adept in representing clients in uncontested divorce matters, divorce mediation, and the negotiation of separation and pre-nuptial agreements. In addition to his matrimonial law practice, Mr. Barrows has extensive experience as a trial attorney and appellate advocate, successfully handling complex civil, criminal, and commercial cases on behalf of clients across New York City, including Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in Long...

AJ Temsamani has devoted his entire legal career to resolving divorce and family law matters. AJ is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating available and a "testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence". AJ has consistently been selected as a New York Super Lawyer since 2012 which is an achievement bestowed upon only five percent of lawyers in the state. AJ has also consistently been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the area of...

Prior to founding Wisselman, Harounian & Associates in 1976, Attorney Jerome A. Wisselman, Esq. served as a law clerk to Honorary Maxine K. Duberstein and Honorary Stanley Gartenstein in the areas of matrimonial and family law. His passion for people allowed him to fully devote his life to helping those facing hardships involving divorce, child custody and support, marriage, wills and estate planning, business law, and real estate law. His background in tax law and accounting gives him the ability to address complex financial issues that are involved with many family law matters. Over the years, Attorney Wisselman...

Steven R. Smith was born in Queens, New York and has lived in Queens County, Kings County, Nassau County and Suffolk County. After receiving an undergraduate and masters degree in Psychology, he went on to obtain a law degree from prestigious "St. John's University School of Law." He has given back to students there by serving as a "mock trial" Judge and hired interns to learn about the practicalities of law. Steven started his career learning insurance personal injury defense, working for one of the most prestigious defense firms in New York. He thereafter worked for one of...

Jennifer Ann Wynne is the principal of Wynne Law, P.C., located in Garden City on Long Island. She is an Attorney and Certified Public Accountant, born and raised on Long Island, with significant experience handling a variety of legal matters. Aside from practicing at a tax attorney, she has experience handling all aspects of complex business and commercial litigation, including bench and jury trials and appeals, along with litigation involving employment, labor and education law. She is also familiar with estate planning, Surrogate Court practice and drafting business agreements.

She graduated from...

Albert Cohen is the owner and founder of the Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C. As a highly esteemed advocate, author, and community leader, Albert Cohen’s mission has been to improve the lives of his clients by helping them navigate through complexity of estate planning and elder law. Mr. Cohen has experienced firsthand how emotionally and financially devastating it can be not to have a proper estate plan. Mr. Cohen combines legal skills with compassion and understanding, in developing estate plans personalized to each client’s unique circumstances. He is known for his ability to reduce estate taxes, minimize or...

I am a former Assistant District Attorney from the Bronx County District Attorney's Office, who specializes in Criminal Defense and Disciplinary Law. I represent union members and private clientele and practice in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Upstate New York.