Steven D. Weiner

Inspired by a steelworkers’ strike in 1975 directly impacting his family, Rich understood from a very early age the serious, and often dire consequences, labor disputes can wreak on both sides of the picket line and for every individual involved. His personal experience channeled Rich onto a one-way career path in labor law, which began when he attended the Cornell School of industrial and Labor Relations and ultimately brought him to Jackson Lewis in 1989 straight out of law school. Wi...

Russell is an aggressive strategist who leverages decades of trial experience to win big for his clients. He takes a deep personal interest in his clients and zealously advocates for them to obtain the most favorable dispute resolution for each set of circumstances. Russell Yankwitt is one of Westchester County’s most highly respected attorneys, known for his impressive track record of case wins in the courthouse, in private arbitration and at the settlement table. Unlike many litigator...

Joseph J. DiPalma is a principal in the White Plains, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and is a co-leader of Jackson Lewis' Practicing and Parenting resource group. He represents employers of varying sizes and industries in a wide range of labor and employment matters, including collective bargaining, union grievances, employment litigation and traditional labor matters. Joseph is a member of the firm’s Disability, Leave and Health Management Practice Group. He focuses a large par...

Scott T. Baken is a principal in the White Plains, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He has participated in numerous wrongful discharge and employment discrimination trials and appellate proceedings in both state and federal courts. Scott also defends employers in administrative proceedings before fair employment practice agencies, lectures and advises clients on subjects such as sexual harassment, reductions in force and the implementation of preventive personnel practices designed to i...

Ellen Martineau is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Ellen practices law in White Plains, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Ellen Martineau 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 Ellen Martineau is held by other lawyers.

Jason Swergold is an accomplished former federal prosecutor and trial attorney who represents clients in criminal and regulatory defense matters, government investigations, internal investigations, and complex commercial litigation. A trial-tested litigator with nearly a decade of government experience working with federal, state, and local law enforcement, Jason applies his aggressive and sophisticated trial skills to help clients solve a range of complex and sensitive legal problems. He co-...

John Barbera is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. John practices law in White Plains, New York Best Lawyers has recognized John Barbera since 2024. 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 John Barbera is held by other lawyers.

Gail M. Boggio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Elder Law, Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Gail M. practices law in White Plains, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Gail M. Boggio since 2019. 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 Gail M. Boggio is held by other lawyers.

Brian Ginsberg is a partner at Harris Beach Murtha, based in White Plains, New York, and leads the firm's national Appellate Practice Group. He represents a diverse range of clients, including businesses, individuals, and governmental entities, in appellate courts across New York and the United States. Brian is actively involved in trials and administrative proceedings, contributing to legal strategies and handling critical motions. Additionally, he frequently provides legal commentary to net...

Christopher Miehl is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Christopher practices law in White Plains, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher Miehl since 2024. 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 Christopher Miehl is held by other lawyers.