John E. Estes

Dale Cendali is a nationally recognized leader in the field of intellectual property litigation, having successfully litigated and tried numerous high-profile cases, and having argued before the U.S. Supreme Court. Her practice encompasses copyright, trademark, false advertising, patent, Internet, and trade secrets law, as well as defamation, the right of publicity, privacy, complex contract disputes and similar areas, including electronic discovery. Dale heads Kirkland’s Copyright, Tra...

Darron E. Berquist is the managing attorney for the firm’s asbestos practice serving clients nationwide and a dedicated New York City mesothelioma lawyer. In addition to representing individuals with asbestos-caused diseases such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and ovarian cancer, he assists the firm’s pharmaceutical and product liability groups, particularly on matters related to expert witnesses. Mr. Berquist manages the litigation side of the firm’s asbestos practice, overs...

Ally Hack is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Real Estate. Ally practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Ally Hack since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ally Hack is held by other lawyers.

Ronald W. Meister is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Ronald W. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Ronald W. Meister since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ronald W. Meister is held by other lawyers.

Heath B. Kushnick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Real Estate. Heath B. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Heath B. Kushnick since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Heath B. Kushnick is held by other lawyers.

John M. Desmarais is the founding partner of Desmarais LLP. In 1988, after graduating from NYU Law School, Mr. Desmarais started his career at Fish & Neave. Then, after practicing in the area of intellectual property litigation and counseling for several years, he left private practice to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of New York, where for three years (1992-1995) he tried criminal jury trials for the federal government. After leaving the government...

Laurel FitzPatrick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law. Laurel practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Laurel FitzPatrick since 2009. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Laurel FitzPatrick is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Clair is widely recognized as one of a handful of elite New York divorce lawyers. While Mr. Clair is skilled at all facets of client advocacy and representation, it is his skill as a trial lawyer and his command of the courtroom that sets him apart. Mr. Clair has a unique ability to communicate and effectively advocate on behalf of his clients in both financial and custodial matters. On account of his courtroom experience, he is an effective negotiator and many of Mr. Clair’s cases ...

J. Anthony Terrell is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. J. Anthony practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized J. Anthony Terrell since 2003. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which J. Anthony Terrell is held by other lawyers.

Daniel J. Jacobs is a principal in the New York City, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He assists both unionized and union-free employers with a full range of labor and employee relations matters. Daniel regularly advises clients on compliance with the myriad of federal, state, and local employment laws, including the FMLA, FLSA, WARN, state/local wage hour, sick leave laws and related requirements, as well as new legal developments impacting labor and employment policies and practices....