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Ellen G. Makofsky, 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" for Elder Law

Nicole Ortiz

Ellen G. Makofsky of Makofsky and Associates was named 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" in Long Island for Elder Law.

Anthony J. Enea, 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" for Elder Law

Nicole Ortiz

Anthony J. Enea of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP was named 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" in White Plains for Elder Law.

Results that Speak for Themselves

Weitz & Luxenberg

Weitz & Luxenberg’s more than $17 billion in verdicts and settlements is a testament to its committed advocacy.

Results Matter

Sean Stonefield

With a history of record recoveries, Block O’Toole & Murphy continues to achieve some of New York’s largest personal injury verdicts and settlements.

The Fighter From New York

Justin Smulison

Benedict Morelli discusses recent successes and high-profile casework.

Davis, Saperstein & Salomon Fights for Full Justice for the Injured

Samuel L. Davis

Over 40 years of practicing law, Davis, Saperstein & Salomon go the extra mile to advocate for their clients.

A Master in Defending the Accused

Best Lawyers

The relentless pursuit of justice when everything is on the line.

In The News: New York

Compiled by Nicole Ortiz

A summary of newsworthy content from New York lawyers and law firms.

New York City Employers Will Soon Be Restricted in Asking Applicants About Salary Histories

Ronald Kreismann

NYC employers can no longer ask job applicants about their compensation history.

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O’Melveny Guides Foundry College’s Financing Campaign

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(2019) - New York City, New York

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(2019) - Long Island, New York

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(2019) - New York City, New York

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Lawyer of the Year
(2019) - Rochester, New York

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Lawyer of the Year
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Susan Buckley

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Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP
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    New York City, New York
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Lawyer of the Year
(2019) - Albany, New York

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O'Connor, O'Connor, Bresee & First, P.C.
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(2019) - Buffalo, New York

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  • Recognized Since: 2011

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    Buffalo, New York
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    New York City, New York
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(2019) - Binghamton, New York

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(2019) - Rochester, New York

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  • Recognized Since: 2012

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    Rochester, New York
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Lawyer of the Year
(2019) - New York City, New York

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    New York City, New York
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