Gardiner Civil Rights Lawyers

Michael P. Kushner devotes his practice to criminal defense, appeals and civil rights litigation. As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Kushner has successfully represented defendants in all types of proceedings, ranging from high-profile federal drug trials to simple prosecutions in the New York City Criminal Court. As an appellate attorney, Mr. Kushner has represented clients with issues ranging from inappropriate sentencing, ineffective assistance of counsel and discreet civil rights issues before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. As a civil rights attorney Mr. Kushner advocates for those individuals whom the police have violated either by excessive force,...

Rohit Kumar, Esq. understands the impact that unexpected events can have on your life and your well-being.

He has diligently represented hundreds of clients in a variety of serious accident cases, which include motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, pedestrian knockdowns, and nursing home abuse & neglect. His understanding of the implications a personal injury can have on an individual enables him to build valuable relationships with his clients. His empathetic nature eases clients who have been through traumatic ordeals, empowering them through education regarding their case and respective rights.

A graduate of St. John's University - School of Law, Rohit passionately advocates...

After graduating from RutgersLawSchool with honors, he was hired as an Associate at the prestigious New York office of Seyfarth Shaw LLP, an international law firm with well over 800 attorneys around the world. He practiced in the Litigation and Employment Law departments and personally handled some of the largest clients in the world including Prudential, Deloitte, and T-Mobile. While at the firm Israel was an avid believer in Pro-Bono and community work and even received awards from the New York State Bar Association for his many hours of free counsel. Israel was also...

Fausto E. Zapata, Jr., has been driven to fight on behalf of workers for a long time. As a college student, he advocated on behalf of workers by acting as a Shop Steward at a Hospital. While studying at The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City, he was a summer Associate at a prominent law firm specializing in union-side Labor and Employment law, and he also participated in the AFL-CIO Lawyers Coordinating Committee Minority Outreach Program. After graduating from law school in 2002, he worked as an Assistant General Counsel with District Council 37, AFSCME, AFL-CIO,...

For more than twenty-three years Michael Lumer has fought for victims of police and government misconduct. Michael graduated in 1995 from Brooklyn Law School, where he was a Richardson Scholar, a recipient of the Edward Sparer Public Interest Fellowship, and an editor on the Brooklyn Law Review. Michael, who maintains the legal blog "Fourth and Fourteenth," and has written on criminal procedure law and the historical relationship between race and the death penalty in New York, began his legal career as a criminal defense and civil rights attorney, representing people who had been assaulted, falsely arrested, wrongly prosecuted, or otherwise...

Tenacious, Experienced and Results-Driven Adam Hurwitz takes pride in serving as an advocate for individuals who have been wrongfully injured and their families. Backed by over 35 years of experience in personal injury law – spending several of which as a senior partner in his own firm and the litigation manager of a highly respected general negligence practice – he concentrates his legal practice in construction accidents, premises accidents, motor vehicle accidents, and civil right violations. Mr. Hurwitz represents clients before the New York State Courts and the Federal District Courts of New York for the Southern and Eastern Districts. He strives...

Mr. Garcia is a former NYC Prosecutor, battle tested trial attorney and meticulous litigator with over 19 years of a wide range of litigation experience representing the Government, Unions, Corporations, and Individuals. Call today for a free consultation (914) 719-7090

John V. Tait concentrates his practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on personal injury, product liability, construction/labor law liability, premises liability, and contractual claims. Mr. Tait has handled several cases involving industrial equipment, firearms and ammunition, and recreational equipment and accessories. Mr. Tait also has extensive litigation experience with lawsuits involving retail establishments, residential complexes, supermarkets, restaurants, and recreational facilities for claims involving construction accidents, premises liability, Dram Shop, and general negligence.

An experienced litigator, Mr. Tait has successfully taken a number of cases to verdict in both state and federal court. He has also successfully presented cases...

Founding partner Leo Glickman has a long track record of holding the powerful accountable and fighting for progressive candidates and causes. While serving as the NY State Chair of Common Cause, he spearheaded legal efforts to force the Republican-led New York State Senate to open their financial books. The case resulted in a landmark decision by the Court of Appeals, Weston vs. Sloan, that requires the State Senate to disclose its taxpayer-funded budget to the public. Mr. Glickman is an experienced civil rights litigator, representing clients whose constitutional rights have been violated by members of the Police Department and the Department...

Peter D. Rigelhaupt, an experienced attorney at The Perecman Firm, PLLC since 2009, brings over 20 years of defense practice expertise to his role. His background offers him unique insights into the defense bar and insurance industry, enhancing his effectiveness as a negotiator and attorney. Specializing in personal injury cases, Rigelhaupt vigorously represents clients harmed by negligence, particularly focusing on injured construction workers but also handling premises liability, product liability, and motor vehicle accident cases. He also champions civil rights cases, advocating for victims of police brutality, wrongful arrest, and malicious prosecution, with a successful track record. Additionally, he leads...

I an aggressive and driven trial lawyer focusing on criminal defense and civil rights. I love what I do and I am driven to maximize my efforts for my clients. Contact me for a dedicated and honest lawyer at 646-450-3484 or jzw@jzweinsteinlaw.com.

NYC Attorney with 25 years experience in civil litigation including entertainment law, civil rights, class actions, sexual harassment/discrimination, personal injury and medical malpractice, including Covid-19 wrongful death.

Thatcher is a highly experienced AV-rated commercial finance, aviation and structured finance lawyer, who has worked with airlines, power companies, manufacturers, banks and export credit agencies all over the world on documenting and litigating complicated financial transactions. In addition, his airline passenger rights practice is world famous since his victory in New York over Continental Airlines in 2005 establishing passenger rights under contract in denied boarding scenarios. Thatcher has extensive experience with export credit agencies, the rating agency process at national statistical rating agencies like Moody's and S& P, and just about every facet of the aviation industry. Currently Thatcher...

My mission is to provide the highest quality legal services to both corporate and individual clients in an efficient, cost-effective manner and to always exceed a client's expectations. My firm and I can be relied on to handle your most complex and challenging litigation issues. Offering extensive trial and appellate experience and a strong commitment to client advocacy, my practice focuses on business and commercial litigation, matrimonial law, estates litigation, constitutional law and personal injury.
As your lawyer, I will conduct a thorough analysis of your case at its outset, weigh its strengths and weaknesses and determine the most effective...

Kimberly G. Finnigan is a bilingual attorney who focuses her practice on immigration, employment and labor law, and civil rights litigation. Ms. Finnigan is a graduate of William and Mary Law School, where she was a Jessup International Moot Court Team member, served as President of the International Law Society, and co-founded the LL.M. Student Assistance Program. Ms. Finnigan received honors in Appellate Brief Writing and was acknowledged as a Mary Siegrist Hinz Leadership Fellow and recipient of the Gambrell Professionalism Award. Ms. Finnigan was awarded her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Education, magna cum laude, from Middlebury College...

I provide no nonsense representation from retainer to resolution. I understand the difficulties built into the system and the realities faced by individuals when they wind up in court. I believe the best attorneys get the best results by personally getting to know all the facts and circumstances of each case. I am not selling the fight for you image, that many attorneys use to make it look like they are representing your interests. Nor am I pretending to be a big city firm. These two marketing methods are where the misleading begins. Almost every lawyer settles almost every case,...

William J. Turley is a Civil Rights, Insurance Claims, Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability Claims attorney in Riverhead, New York.

Former Wall Streeter with many years of experience in Finance and Business Management. The skills developed there have translated into a great edge in zealously representing legal clients.

Meir Moza, Esq. Aggressive Attorney & Former Prosecutor Admitted in NY, NJ, & all Federal Courts

Our office was founded by attorney Meir Moza in 1999 after being employed at the respectable Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, as a prosecutor, and chosen among thousands of candidates to this eminent position.

In the DA’s office Mr. Moza has acquired his vast experience in the criminal practice field and litigation, and mastering of the art of jury trials and bench trials.

Additionally Mr. Moza, while employed as an assistant District Attorney had further gained and acquired vast amount of knowledge of the criminal justice system...

Aggressively defending the rights of the individual for over 25 years. Started out as a Legal Aid Attorney in Brooklyn during the early 1990's. Tried more than one hundred cases to verdict. Successfully litigating cases all over the metropolitan area.

Lori Nevias is a Long Island based lawyer who practices in courts all over New York, and takes on clients in and out of New York state. A skilled practitioner and compassionate advocate, she has successfully litigated personal injury, malpractice, real estate, civil rights, family law and estate law cases for over 20 years. An insightful counselor with a wide and deep range of experience, she has also successfully advocated for clients in real estate and business transactions, and areas of law ranging from copyright infringement to adoption.

The Law Office of Michael Fineman, Esq., is a Criminal Defense law firm that handles criminal cases in all the boroughs of New York City. Mr. Fineman represents clients who have been arrested and charged with a crime in both New York State and Federal District Courts. With over ten years of experience as both a former Brooklyn Prosecutor and a Criminal Defense Attorney, Mr. Fineman has the experience to make a difference in your case.

The Law Office of Justin Shane is a special education law firm located in New York City. Justin represents the parents of children with special needs to ensure that their children receive the educational services and supports they are entitled to under state and federal law. Justin advises parents concerning their rights and represents parents in litigation against school districts to obtain educational services, compensatory education, and/or reimbursement for private school tuition. Justin is a former New York City public school teacher, and uses his experience as a teacher and litigator to craft appropriate legal strategies for his clients.

Trial lawyer for both civil and criminal trials. Vast experience in felony criminal defense cases and complicated civil litigation as well as Appeals.

I am the Managing Partner at The Landau Group, where I have dedicated over 20 years to my career as an attorney, advisor, and strategist. I spearhead the firm's expansion in areas such as corporate law, complex litigation, and business advisory services. My clientele includes Fortune 500 companies, startups, and investors, all of whom rely on our firm's comprehensive support. I earned a JD from Wayne State University School of Law, an MBA from SC Johnson School of Business at Cornell University, and a Master’s in Public Policy Leadership from McCourt School of Policy at Georgetown University. Known for my tenacity...

Ariel E. Solomon, Esq., concentrates her practice in the areas of Federal Employment Law and Civil Litigation. She has significant experience asserting rights of employees in complex litigation matters, including but not limited to, providing aggressive representation for employees in adverse action cases before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), discrimination cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, federal retirement and whistleblower retaliation cases. She is internationally recognized for her work representing physician whistleblowers employed with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ariel frequently represents clients based in Asia, the European Union, and the Middle East. ...

Thomas is a co-founding partner of SavicFoley and managing partner of the firm’s London office. Thomas is a dual-qualified attorney and solicitor with substantial international, litigation, and investigation experience. In London, Thomas advises clients on cross-border litigations, international dispute resolution issues, international law, US federal and state laws, UK and EU law, and assists on government investigations including advising participants. Thomas advises UK business establishing and conducting businesses and joint ventures in the US and abroad. He counsels businesses and individuals concerning contractual and business relationship disputes and is frequently sought for advice on jurisdictional questions, investigations, international law and human...

Brian Valdivia, Esq. is a licensed attorney who lives in Oyster Bay, New York. He has offices in both Midtown Manhattan and Oyster Bay. Brian focuses his practice on motor vehicle collisions, premises liability, trip/slip and fall accidents, wrongful death, wrongful arrests, and various other types of negligence actions.

Before becoming an attorney, Brian worked as a police officer and a member of a SWAT team. It was there that he learned to be disciplined and straight forward. Brian will not be outworked or outfought when it comes to litigating your case.

Brian is a strong litigation and trial attorney with multi-millions...

Though skilled in all areas of litigation, Edward primarily practices in the areas of civil litigation, trusts and estates, commercial law, elder law, entertainment law, constitutional law, and civil rights law.


Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, he graduated in the first class of the Science Academy of South Texas in 1996. Edward earned his B.A. (Pre-Law/Theatre) in 2001 from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi. He earned his J.D. from St. John's University School of Law in 2019. While there, he was the recipient of the Dean's Scholarship, was three times awarded the Dean's Excellence Award, and was frequently named...

Peter A. Crusco has over thirty (30) years courtroom experience in Federal and State Court. His experience includes being a Former Federal , NYS and NYC Prosecutor, Criminal Attorney and Trial Attorney. Commercial Litigation experience includes a general practice comprising Closings, Contracts, Divorce, Federal and State Criminal Defense, Commercial litigation, Financial Crimes, Civil Rights, Discrimination, EEO, Compliance, Airport, FAA Violations, Tax Fraud, Narcotics, Privacy Violations, Electronic Surveillance, Wiretapping, Money Laundering, Child Victim Act, First Amendment, School, Special Education Law, Labor /Employment Law, Corporate Law, Subpoena Litigation, Privileges, and Sovereign Citizen litigation, among other endeavors including trouble shooting complex investigative scenarios....