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David M. Cohen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. David M., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kenneth Sold is a commercial real estate lawyer, with an emphasis on leasing, acquisitions and sales transactions. He has extensive experience representing owners of commercial properties in their leasing programs and has acted as national leasing counsel for financial services firms, investment companies and technology companies. Known for his extreme responsiveness, commonsense approach and calming influence in high-stakes negotiations, Kenneth has served as a trusted adviser to landlords, ...

Philippe Benedict is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law. Philippe, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philippe is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael Sullivan is a Senior Trial Partner at Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP with more than 25 years of experience litigating and trying cases to verdict throughout New York State. Mr. Sullivan joined HPMB in 2000, became a Partner in the firm in 2004 and has been a member of the firm's Executive Committee since 2014. Mr. Sullivan represents several of the premier medical centers and health systems in the United States, and he specializes in defending those institutions and individu...

With more than three decades of national experience in a broad range of real estate transactions, Samuel Zylberberg is a leading authority in the representation of financial institutions, private equity funds and real estate investors in real estate financing transactions (including balance sheet, CMBS, mezzanine, preferred equity, construction, multi-asset and multi-state loans), debt restructurings, and joint ventures. He also regularly advises purchasers and sellers in single-asset and mul...

Lorenzo Marinuzzi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Lorenzo, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lorenzo is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John Jordak concentrates his practice on securities and complex commercial litigation, with a particular emphasis on class action defense. John focuses on defending shareholder actions and D&O claims, including those filed under the federal securities laws. John’s national practice includes civil matters in federal and state courts throughout the country. He also regularly represents clients in investigations by the Securities and Exchange Commission and other regulators. John couns...

Mark A. Rosen is a Partner in Peckar & Abramson’s New York and New Jersey offices. He concentrates his practice on construction and contract law, public contract law, arbitration, surety, and complex commercial litigation. With over 40 years’ experience, Mark’s strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities have earned him a reputation as a reliable and resourceful advocate within the construction community. Mark represents a wide array of clients, including both priva...

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

Yossi Subar’s clients regularly confront critical leasing requirements, often under dire time constraints. They turn to Yossi, not just for his legal insight, but also for his confidence in deftly navigating the high-priced, high-speed complexities of the New York and national real estate markets. They value his ability to explain complex legal and business concepts and find practical ways to resolve issues and avoid costly mistakes. They feel the empathy — how he walks in their s...