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Phyllis A. Schwartz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law. Phyllis A. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Phyllis A. Schwartz 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 Phyllis A. Schwartz is held by other lawyers.

Charles M. Ferguson, Esq., joined Weitz & Luxenberg in 1989 as an associate attorney in our Asbestos Litigation group. He has been admitted to practice law in the state of New York since 1988; not long after that, he gained the privilege to represent clients in U.S. District Court (Southern and Eastern Districts of New York). Mr. Ferguson received a juris doctor degree from Brooklyn Law School in 1987. He completed undergraduate studies at Wilkes College, which, in 1983, conferred upon hi...

There’s a reason why so many major developers in New York City rely on Martin Siroka for assistance with financing mixed-income and affordable residential developments in the New York metro area. He has more than 40 years of experience in the field, including more than a decade as general counsel of the New York City Housing Development Corporation. As a former government official, he understands how to interact with government agencies. It's something he does with regular success, guid...

Alexandra Alperovich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Alexandra practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Alexandra Alperovich since 2020. 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 Alexandra Alperovich is held by other lawyers.

Ching-Lee Fukuda is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Ching-Lee practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Ching-Lee Fukuda since 2020. 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 Ching-Lee Fukuda is held by other lawyers.

Kirk Lipsey is a partner in the Insurance group in Sidley’s New York office. Kirk advises on corporate transactions, with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions and joint venture transactions. His insurance sector transactions have involved the representation of U.S. and non-U.S. life, annuity and property and casualty insurers in a wide range of acquisition and disposition transactions, including stock sales, asset sales, block reinsurance transactions, distressed investments and publ...

Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Carmen Beauchamp practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick 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 Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick is held by other lawyers.

John J. Calandra represents clients in complex commercial litigation and formerly headed the New York Litigation Practice Group. He represents clients in litigations and arbitrations crossing many industries, including technology, chemicals, satellite, energy, financial products, outsourcing, hotel management, manufacturing and distribution. John litigates a wide variety of cases, including securities and common law fraud, breach of contracts and long-term distributor and supply agreements, b...

Ronni Davidowitz helps clients sort out the legal, business, tax and personal issues that can arise when planning their estates or managing their wealth. As the head of Katten's New York Private Wealth practice, she understands that listening and being responsive are two of the most important services she can bring to her client relationships. Changes in tax laws, the economic climate, and family and business situations may require adjustments to clients' estate and wealth plans. Ronni is a r...

Henry J. Leibowitz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Henry J. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Henry J. Leibowitz since 2013. 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 Henry J. Leibowitz is held by other lawyers.