Handle all aspects of matrimonial and family law litigation from commencement through final Judgment of Divorce; child support; custody; spousal support; distribution of assets; discovery; subpoena practice; domestic violence; Orders of Protection; post-judgment disputes. Certified NY state divorce & family mediator and trained in collaborative law.

Counseled and advised students on all aspects of career and professional development including job search, interviewing skills, and networking.

Served as lead counsel on all state and federal litigation, arbitration & mediation matters in areas including products liability, accounting/malpractice, construction, employment, advertising, entertainment, real estate, insurance, securities, pharmaceutical, personal injury and all varieties of business and personal contract disputes.

Served as manager and legal counsel in ground-up real estate restoration project. Built natural food market café with mission of educating community and providing nutritious eating for busy lifestyles. Managed all aspects of business operations including staff of 15 employees, accounting and payroll, buying and merchandising. Worked directly with local school system to educate regarding benefits of healthy eating. Provided legal counsel to company regarding lease agreements; vendor, construction and advertising contracts; insurance matters and regulatory compliance. Negotiated and served as counsel in successful sale and winding up of business.

Managed teams of associates on complex multi-district litigation & arbitration matters with typical combined values at stake over $100 million in areas including accounting/malpractice, securities, pharmaceuticals, construction, insurance, employment and entertainment. Handled all aspects of state and federal litigation and arbitration including court appearances, conducting & defending depositions of key witnesses and drafting successful briefs.

Managed all aspects of litigation and arbitration for this boutique litigation firm comprised of

Drafted legal opinions, bench memos, jury instructions and voir dire. Facilitated civil and criminal trials, mediations and motion practice. Managed Judge's calendar. Interacted with appearing counsel on all aspects of litigation.