Avi Z. Kestenbaum

Allyson D. Burger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Allyson D., who practices law in Garden City, New York, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Allyson D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Adam Hurwitz brings over 38 years of litigation experience to The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., where he dedicates his career to seeking justice for those who have suffered significant injuries. A natural problem solver and skilled debater, Adam views personal injury law as the perfect avenue to combine his talents while making a profound impact on his clients’ lives. Adam has successfully handled numerous challenging cases, each leaving a lasting impression. He recalls representing the fami...

Benjamin P. Malerba is a Partner and co-chair of the Health Services Practice Group and a Privacy, Data & Cyber Law Practice Group member. Ben counsels a cross-section of healthcare providers and facilities, including IPAs, ACOs, provider networks, ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic and treatment centers, dialysis facilities, and hospitals and federally qualified health centers, on general healthcare business transactions, state licensing issues, corporate practice of medicine and fee...

For over 20 years, Aaron E. Zerykier has focused his practice on commercial litigation, with experience litigating construction disputes, business dissolutions, shareholder disputes, real estate disputes, and business torts in federal and state trial courts. Aaron serves as a trusted advisor to his clients, recognizing that business owners are risk-averse and often seek to avoid litigation. He has represented a variety of clients in the construction industry, such as real estate developers an...

John T. Bauer has more than 24 years of experience representing and advising employers in all aspects of labor and employment law. His practice includes: Wage and hour compliance Employment discrimination and harassment issues Labor relations, collective bargaining and other union/management issues Wrongful termination Personnel policy review and development Employee discharge and discipline Employment contracts Restrictive covenants and trade secrets Mergers, sales and acquisitions of busine...

Andrea Berkowitz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Andrea, who practices law in Garden City, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrea is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

I am licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey, Colorado, and the District of Columbia, and am also admitted before the Supreme Court of the United States. My credentials include an "AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5" rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and recognition by my peers as one of the Best Lawyers for Personal Injury Litigation. My professional affiliations encompass membership in the American Bar Association, American Association for Justice, National Trial Lawyers Association, New Yor...

A.J. Temsamani approaches every case with the goal of creating practical, reasonable solutions that achieve the client’s objectives in a sound and sensible manner. Whether litigating or mediating a divorce or family law matter, A.J. believes that every client and every case presents a unique situation and calls for an individualized, personal approach. A.J. has devoted his practice to divorce and family law for over 30 years. His reputation has contributed to his attainment of various p...

Patricia C. Marcin concentrates in personal, family and business planning. Her practice includes the preparation of wills, trusts and other estate planning documents and all phases of estate administration, including the analysis and review of estate and fiduciary income tax issues and administrative and legal issues in each estate. She counsels her clients in a very personal way, addressing each client’s particular desires and circumstances. Tricia has authored articles on various esta...

Jeffrey W. Brecher is a principal and the office litigation manager of the Long Island, New York, office of Jackson Lewis, and is co-leader of the firm's Wage and Hour practice group. He has litigated hundreds of cases, defending management at arbitration, before state and federal administrative agencies and at trial. Jeff regularly advises clients on compliance with various state and federal laws affecting the workplace, including discrimination and related claims arising under Title VII, Fa...