Litigation
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Jeffrey H. Seiden Joins Warshaw Burstein as Partner in the Real Estate and Litigation Group06/11/2026
Jeffrey H. Seiden joins the firm as a partner in the real estate and litigation groups.
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Stephen L. Brodsky and Branden Lynn Author Cybersecurity Article for New York Law Journal05/18/2026 | New York Law Journal
Partner Stephen L. Brodsky and Associate Branden Lynn, published in the New York Law Journal, examine how New York's SHIELD Act and data breach laws require companies to adopt strong cybersecurity programs, vendor oversight, and precise contracts to minimize liability.
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Protecting a Rock 'n' Roll Legacy: Stephen Brodsky Delivers for Mickey Leigh and the Memory of Joey Ramone05/18/2026
When Mickey Leigh, musician and brother of punk rock icon Joey Ramone, needed a tenacious advocate to resolve a years-long, high-stakes dispute, he turned to Partner Stephen Brodsky. Stephen stepped in late and delivered, securing a successful resolution that protects both Mickey and the enduring legacy of his late brother.
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Partner Spotlight: Felicia S. Ennis05/06/2026
We are proud to spotlight Felicia S. Ennis, Chair of the Employment Law Group, whose practice combines strategic employment counseling with sophisticated litigation experience. Felicia is known for helping clients navigate workplace challenges proactively while delivering strong advocacy when disputes arise.
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Warshaw Burstein Litigators Win Appeal on Dismissal of Complaint as Time-Barred and Award of Attorneys' Fees03/17/2026
The Appellate Division, First Department, affirmed a complete victory for Warshaw Burstein’s client in Southgate Owners Corp. v. Esposito. The Court found that the cooperative’s attempt to retroactively allocate additional shares and expenses dating back to 1996 was barred by the six-year statute of limitations. The complaint was dismissed in full, and the defendant was awarded attorneys’ fees and appellate costs after a successful defense by Partners Bruce H. Wiener and Slava Hazin, and co-counsel Lauren De Lotto.
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When Executive Pay Becomes an Unpaid Wage Claim — and the Damages Add Up Fast!03/10/2026
Partner Stephen Brodsky offers insight into executive compensation disputes and the risks they pose for private companies. In New York, clearly defining and documenting compensation arrangements is essential, as informal or loosely structured agreements can quickly create significant legal exposure in the event of a dispute.
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NYLJ Features Cummings, Filardo, Brodsky in "Attorneys 'On The Move'" Column03/02/2026 | Law.com
The New York Law Journal featured three partners in their most recent "Attorneys 'On The Move'" column.
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The Opening Shot — Lawsuit vs. Demand Letter. Why You Should Usually Sue First and Talk Later.02/25/2026
Stephen L. Brodsky, partner, examines the usual advice to start business disputes with a demand letter. He explains that, in most cases, it is more effective to file a lawsuit first. Demand letters can be useful in limited, low-risk situations, but starting with litigation often helps keep your leverage, protects assets and evidence, and puts the dispute under the court’s control right away.
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Stephen L. Brodsky Announcement Covered by Crain's New York, Long Island Business News, Other Outlets01/30/2026
Business news publications highlight Stephen Brodsky joining Warshaw Burstein as a partner in the corporate and litigation practice.
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Stephen L. Brodsky Joins Warshaw Burstein as Partner in the Corporate and Litigation Groups01/20/2026
Stephen L. Brodsky has joined the firm as a partner in the corporate and litigation groups.
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Warshaw Burstein Announces Election of Thomas Filardo To Serve as Co-Managing Partner With Frederick R. Cummings, Jr.12/11/2025
Warshaw Burstein announces that Partner Thomas Filardo, Chair of Litigation, has joined Frederick R. Cummings, Jr. as Co-Managing Partner effective Dec. 1, 2025. Together they will lead the firm’s continued growth and innovation.
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Leron Thumim Discusses Case Law Related to AI Models and Copyrighted Materials at AI Insights Workshop12/04/2025
Leron Thumim served on a panel at IAB’s inaugural "AI Insights Workshop: Transactions and Intellectual Property," sponsored by Lowenstein Sandler LLP and FTI Consulting.
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Thirteen Warshaw Burstein Lawyers Named Super Lawyers for 202510/30/2025
Thirteen Warshaw Burstein lawyers named 2025 Super Lawyers in their respective practice areas in the New York Metro area.
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Warshaw Burstein Litigators Get Complaint Dismissed as Time-Barred and Attorneys’ Fees07/28/2025
Warshaw Burstein’s Bruce H. Wiener and Slava Hazin teamed up with Lauren De Lotto of De Lotto PLLC to achieve a major victory for their client.
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Eighteen Warshaw Burstein Lawyers Named Super Lawyers for 202410/24/2024
Eighteen Warshaw Burstein lawyers have been named 2024 Super Lawyers in their respective practice areas in the New York Metro area.
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Warshaw Burstein Promotes Matthew A. Marcucci to Counsel10/10/2024
Warshaw Burstein, LLP, a full-service law firm in New York City, today announced that Matthew A. Marcucci has been promoted to Counsel.
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Leron Thumim Promoted to Partner at Warshaw Burstein in Litigation Group05/14/2024
Warshaw Burstein, LLP announced Leron Thumim has been promoted to partner in the Litigation Group.
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Warshaw Burstein Obtains Significant Victory in Multi-Action LLC Dispute12/05/2023
Maxwell Breed, partner, Leron Thumim, counsel, and Meghan Hallinan, associate, have obtained what might be a watershed victory in a multi-action LLC dispute in New York State Supreme Court.
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Successful Opposition of Dismissal Motion Featured in New York Law Journal09/26/2023
Maxwell Breed's successful opposition of a dismissal motion was recently featured in the New York Law Journal.
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Warshaw Burstein Promotes Corporate Attorney Steve Semian to Equity Partner03/06/2023
Litigator Maxwell Rubin Promoted to Counsel
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Warshaw Burstein Wins Appeals to Terminate a Proprietary Lease for “Objectionable Conduct.”02/02/2023
Warshaw Burstein litigators Bruce H. Wiener, Slava Hazin and Nolan Mahoney won an appeal in the Appellate Division, First Department, whereby the Court unanimously affirmed the lower court’s decision granting summary judgment to terminate a proprietary lease for “objectionable conduct.”
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Bruce H. Wiener, Slava Hazin's Successful Appeal Featured in Habitat Magazine01/10/2023 | Habitat Magazine
Habitat Magazine profiled a recent Appellate Division decision in which real estate litigators Bruce H. Wiener and Slava Hazin won the appeal in Silverman v. Park Towers Tenants Corp.
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Eighteen Warshaw Burstein Lawyers Named Super Lawyers for 202209/29/2022
Eighteen Warshaw Burstein lawyers were named 2022 Super Lawyers in their respective practice areas in the New York Metro area.
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Warshaw Burstein Adds Associates to Litigation, Real Estate, Matrimonial and Trusts and Estates Groups05/17/2022
Warshaw Burstein, LLP announced that the firm has hired five new associates over the past several months to work with the Litigation, Real Estate, Matrimonial and Trusts and Estates groups.
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Warshaw Burstein Promotes Danielle Buckhardt and Leron Thumim to Counsel of the Firm04/13/2022
“Danielle and Leron each have made important contributions to our firm in their respective areas of practice, and we are delighted to promote them to Counsel,” Frederick R. Cummings, Jr., Managing Partner of Warshaw Burstein, said. “We are proud to be able to continue to grow the firm as well as promote within our diverse and talented team of attorneys."
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Warshaw Burstein Promotes Corporate Attorney and Commercial Litigator Thomas Filardo to Equity Partner04/11/2022
Warshaw Burstein, LLP announced that Thomas Filardo has been promoted to Equity Partner of the firm.
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Warshaw Burstein Sues CNY Fertility For Negligent Handling of Same-Sex Couple’s Embryos03/27/2022 | New York Post
Eric Wrubel, a partner in and Chairman of the firm’s Matrimonial Group and Co-Chair of its Fertility Law Group, and Alan Pollack, a partner in the firm’s Litigation Group, have filed a complaint on behalf of their clients in Albany State Supreme Court against the CNY Fertility Center (CNY) and several of its physicians.
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Alan Pollack, Felicia Ennis, and Leron Thumim receive a positive federal decision for hedge fund client02/10/2022
Partners Alan Pollack, Felicia Ennis and Associate Leron Thumim represented Harrington Global Opportunity Fund in a Southern District of New York decision that allows the client’s case to proceed against formidable opposition from several major banks and brokerage houses.
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Fifteen Warshaw Burstein Lawyers Ranked as 2021 Super Lawyers10/05/2021 | Super LawyersFifteen Warshaw Burstein lawyers were ranked as 2021 Super Lawyers in their respective practice areas in the New York Metro area, including three lawyers who were ranked on the Rising Stars list.
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Warshaw Burstein Wins Appeal with Significant Consequences for Many Owners of Rent-Stabilized Properties04/23/2021
Decision ensures previously deregulated preferential rent apartments have not been “re-regulated”
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Lisa Liu Featured in Fordham University Business and Law "In Conversation" Video Series01/11/2021
Lisa Liu discusses her career in real estate law, her involvement in the Asian Real Estate Association of America, and her advice for law students and young lawyers in this episode of Fordham University's Business and Law series.
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The Savings Clause: Issues in Foreclosure Defense Cases12/30/2020
Partner Pankaj Malik and associate Melissa J. Montenes dive into a case raising novel issues that will impact New York foreclosure law. While the case is currently pending before Appellate Division, 2nd Department, once closed, it is expected to provide useful guidance in foreclosure cases and other matters where CPLR §205(a) is at issue.
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Thirteen Warshaw Burstein Lawyers Ranked as 2020 Super Lawyers10/29/2020 | Super Lawyers
Thirteen Warshaw Burstein lawyers were ranked as 2020 Super Lawyers in their respective practice areas in the New York Metro area, including four lawyers who were ranked on the Rising Stars list.
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Maxwell Breed Featured on the Fordham Business and Law Association (FBLA) in Conversation Podcast10/28/2020 | Fordham Business and Law Association (FBLA) in Conversation Podcast
The Fordham Business and Law Association (FBLA) in Conversation podcast recently featured an interview with partner Maxwell Breed.
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Ally Hack Quoted in Law360 Article on Implications of Stay on Commercial Evictions in NYC Until September 48/24/2020 | Law360
Partner Ally Hack was quoted in a Law360 article that delves into recently issued court guidance saying that commercial tenants can't be evicted in New York City until September 4 at the earliest, which will cause evictions stemming from the financial fallout of the coronavirus pandemic to likely be delayed much longer. This is due to the fact that commercial eviction cases filed in civil court after March 17 are stayed until at least September 5, when an order from Gov. Andrew Cuomo suspending filing deadlines comes up for renewal.
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Ally Hack to Moderate the Muslim American Society of New York’s Virtual Town Hall Meeting8/24/2020
Partner Ally Hack will moderate the Muslim American Society (MAS) of New York’s Virtual Town Hall meeting on August 24 at 8pm, which will feature Staten Island Congressman (District 11) Max Rose, New York State Senator (District 22) Andrew Gournades, New York City Councilman (District 43) Justin Brannan and New York State Senate Deputy Chief of Staff Brandon Patterson. The speakers will discuss upcoming legislations and regulations, and will meet virtually with consitituents.
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Ally Hack to Speak on a St. John’s University School of Law Mattone Institute CLE Webinar on Commercial Leasing Amidst the Pandemic08/04/2020On August 4 at 2pm ET, partner Ally Hack will be a featured speaker at a St. John’s University School of Law Mattone Institute CLE Webinar on “Commercial Leasing Amidst the Pandemic.” Ally and his co-panelists will discuss how leases are being amended, worked out and litigated to reflect post-pandemic economic realities and pitfalls to be avoided.
The panelists will also discuss recent actions against landlords alleging common law excuses for performance, and actions against business interruption insurers, common law doctrines of impossibility and frustration of purpose and lease provisions likely to be litigated in the wake of the pandemic, including force majeure, insurance requirements, co-tenancy and casualty provisions -
The Cares Act Amended: Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 20206/9/2020
If you have already received a PPP loan, the PPP Flexibility Act will not allow you to apply for or receive a second loan. With respect to loans applied for after enactment of the PPP Flexibility Act, although the covered period has been extended to 24 weeks, there has been no change to the maximum loan amount that can be borrowed under the PPP - it remains 2.5 times a borrower's one-month average payroll cost, as determined under the existing PPP application.
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Martin Siegel and Ally Hack Co-Author Law360 Article on Executing NY Contracts While Working From Home6/4/2020 | Law360
Partners Martin Siegel and Ally Hack co-authored a Law360 article on executing NY contracts while working from home. In the article, Martin and Ally explore how lawyers can satisfy the New York Statute of Frauds remotely using technology to help facilitate deals and make contractual commitments such as by using mobile phones and videoconferencing tools, including Zoom, BlueJeans or Skype For Business
