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Specialize in complex commercial litigation, arbitration and appeals, with a focus on real estate and construction disputes, contract disputes and partnership disputes.  Manage all phases of litigation from inception through discovery, motion practice, trial, appeals and enforcement of judgments.  Represent individuals and corporate entities in a variety of industries, including residential and commercial real estate development, construction, insurance and financial services.. published decisions of note include:. Accent Collections, Inc. v. Cappelli Enterprises, et al., 94 A.D.3d 1026 (2d Dept. 2012) (affirming order denying motion for partial summary judgment); 94 A.D.3d 1027 (2d Dept. 2012) (affirming order denying motion to vacate trial readiness order); 84 A.D.3d 1283 (2d Dept. 2011) (affirming order denying motion to compel discovery).Ampul Electric, Inc. v. Village of Port Chester, et al., 96 A.D.3d 790 (2d Dept. 2012), leave denied, 19 N.Y.3d 1063 (2012) (affirming order denying motion to extend notice of pendency nunc pro tunc).Anderson Street Realty Corp. v. New Rochelle Revitalization, LLC, 78 A.D.3d 972 (2d Dept. 2012) (affirming order granting motion to compel arbitration).In re Estate of Tripp, 101 A.D.3d 1137 (2d Dept. 2012) (affirming decree issued on default).Schultz v. Gershman, 68 A.D.3d 426 (1st Dept. 2009) (affirming order granting motion to dismiss).Zherka v. Amicone, 634 F.3d 642 (2d Cir. 2011) (affirming order granting motion to dismiss).

Parisis G. (“Gerry”) Filippatos is the Founding Partner of Filippatos PLLC. Mr. Filippatos is a seasoned and versatile labor and employment attorney with over three decades of experience in the field.. He has represented thousands of employees in legal matters involving employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on gender, pregnancy, race, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity; separation and severance agreements; executive compensation; restrictive covenants; and whistleblower retaliation.. Mr. Filippatos concentrates his practice in the litigation of gender discrimination, sexual harassment and assault, as well as retaliation cases against financial services firms and Fortune 500 companies.. He is also an expert negotiator, having successfully resolved countless cases on behalf of individuals in matters involving executive compensation, employment contracts, and severance agreements.. Mr. Filippatos’s clients hail from a broad range of industries, including financial services, accounting, entertainment, information technology, healthcare, education, restaurant and hospitality, transportation, and retail.

Luis Andrew Penichet began his career at the Bronx District Attorney’s Office as a Prosecutor, specializing as a senior trial assistant district attorney in Rackets-Narcotics. With over 35 years of experience, Mr. Penichet is a widely recognized criminal defense and matrimonial law attorney in White Plains, New York. Throughout his career, Mr. Penichet has handled literally thousands of matrimonial actions, and is an experienced trial attorney in both the criminal and matrimonial forums. As the founding member of Penichet & Alberga LLP, Mr. Penichet, along with his legal team, have over 100 years of collective experience and have consistently helped clients achieve the best possible results.. Mr. Penichet is a member of the New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section as well as the Westchester County Bar Association, Family Law Section. He was judicially appointed as a member of the Grievance Committee for the Ninth Judicial District in the State of New York for the years 1998 through 2006. He was selected as one of Westchester County’s Top 21 Lawyers by Westchester Magazine and featured in The Best Lawyers of America 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009 editions. Mr. Penichet has also appeared in New York Magazine’s “New York Area’s Best Lawyers” for the years 2005 through 2009 and the New York Times “Super Lawyers” section for the years 2007 through 2011.

James Randazzo is not only a founding partner of Portale Randazzo LLP, he is also one of Westchester County's most respected criminal defense and civil litigation attorneys. Mr. Randazzo earned his Juris Doctor from Saint John's University School of Law in 1989 and quickly joined Westchester County's District Attorney's Office as an Assistant District Attorney. He served in this position for six years and, over that time, tried more than 30 trials to verdict. Mr. Randazzo then entered the civil litigation arena and worked for some of New York's most prestigious firms. His experience as head counsel in various types of civil cases has made him a sought-after lecturer for both schools and municipalities on topics such as civil rights violations, municipal law, and various other matters. Now a founding partner at Portale Randazzo LLP, Mr. Randazzo joins fellow former Westchester County Prosecutor Richard Portale in a practice that spans criminal defense and various civil litigation issues-- including personal injury, police brutality, and institutional defense. To inquire about representation, call Portale Randazzo LLP today to request a consultation.

James J. Nolletti, an accomplished negotiator and litigator with over three decades of wide-ranging experience in matrimonial and family law cases, is the founder of Nolletti Law Group, a firm focused exclusively on the unique needs of its divorce and family law clients.  Formerly, Mr. Nolletti was the supervising partner of the family law and matrimonial litigation practice at the White Plains firm of Collier, Halpern, Newberg & Nolletti, LLP. He began his career as a criminal prosecutor in the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office and has since represented clients in numerous and notable cases at both the trial and appellate court levels.. Mr. Nolletti, a Fellow of The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers, has earned board certification as a family law trial advocate from the National Board of Trial Advocacy ("NBTA") and has maintained the highest Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating for ethical standards and legal ability.  He is included among those selected on the list of Super Lawyers published in The New York Times.  James J. Nolletti is a founding member of the New York Chapter of the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators (“AACFL”), a group of divorce litigators dedicated to professional development and effective advocacy in cases involving complex financial matters.  Mr. Nolletti has also been selected by peers for inclusion in the 20th edition of Best Lawyers in America, family law practice area. He is a member of the board of managers of the New York chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, as well as the board of editors for the Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers(“JAAML”). He also serves on the executive committee of the Westchester County Bar Association family law section, and is the author of  Exploring Decisions and Developments that Impact the Practice Today and Tomorrow Inside the Minds, which appeared in the 2010 edition of Strategies for Family Law in New York. He received his JD from Fordham Law School after completing a BA at Villanova University. Divorce, Separation, Financial Discovery, Asset Valuation & Distribution, Child Custody, Support and Family Court proceedings can bring a host of complex emotional, financial and legal issues. Our clients have the security and of peace-of-mind that comes from representation by an experienced New York divorce lawyer with an assertive, "client-centered" team of professionals dedicated to provide prompt, efficient and exceptional legal services which consistently exceed our clients' expectations.

Barry was selected to serve in the prestigious position of federal law clerk to the late Hon. Richard A. Enslen, formerly Chief Judge for the Western District of Michigan, Southern division. Mr. Strutt honed his skills as an appeals court litigator by being selected as one of eight attorneys to represent indigent clients at the Office of the Appellate Defender. Barry is admitted to practice in the state and federal courts of New York and Michigan as well as in the United States Supreme Court. Appeals courts frequently overturn plaintiff verdicts. Mr. Strutt, however, has not only successfully preserved the compensation awarded to victims of negligence in countless situations, his appellate victories have often expanded their rights to sue and ultimately recover. Barry is also an active trial attorney and has been selected to participate as a guest lecturer at the Trial Lawyers Committee of the Westchester Bar and has taught legal research at Westchester Community College. Barry has also been an adjunct professor and mentor at Empire State College in the areas of civil rights and legal ethics. Barry too has earned the highest national rating for lawyers awarded by Martindale-Hubbell.. In the community, Barry serves as a member of the Board of Directors of The Josephine Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organizaiton whose mission is to assist individuals and programs in achieving their life goals through their participation in the arts and sports.  Barry also serves on the Board of Directors of Lifeline Theater Inc., another non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organizaiton which was created to provide an outlet for unlocking the potential of children and adults with special needs through integrated arts and life skills programs. This special program uses singing, dancing,play creation, artwork and gardening to help participants identify their own strengths and potential contributions to their communities.

Author of  PARTNER DEPARTURES AND LATERAL MOVES,  Published by the  American Bar Association,  Law Practice Management Section

Attorney Howard Stolzenberg has practiced exclusively in personal injury and other plaintiff-side litigation during his nearly 25 years as a lawyer. He has represented people with permanent, life-changing injuries, taking on negligent parties and their insurance companies to help clients get the compensation they deserve. During that time, he has developed a reputation as an aggressive litigator and effective problem solver, and as the go-to legal counsel for those injured in serious accidents.

Alexander Levy is well-versed in general commercial, matrimonial, trusts and estates, and landlord/tenant litigation. He is noted for his compassion for his clients and the zeal he brings to each of his cases.. Lex, as he is known to his friends, has been involved in numerous litigations over the years including landlord/tenant litigations and disputes between cooperative boards and sponsors, contractors, architects and engineers. He is also experienced with litigating disagreements between fight promoters, between fighters and promoters, between fighters and sanctioning organizations, matrimonial disputes, business divorces, traffic law violations, collections and white collar fraud.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in White Plains and surrounding areas.