Russell M. Yankwitt

Recognized by Best Lawyers^® since 2020.

140 Grand Street, Suite 705 White Plains, New York 10601

(914) 686-1500

russell@yankwitt.com

Firm: Yankwitt LLP

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Overview

Firm

Yankwitt LLP

Years In Practice

Phone Number (914) 686-1500

Russell Yankwitt founded Yankwitt LLP in 2009, after honing his litigation skills at the premier New York City law firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom LLP, serving as Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of New York, and serving as a federal law clerk to Thomas C. Platt of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.Russell litigates commercial matters of all kinds, including contract and partnership disputes, employment and shareholder lawsuits, insurance coverage disputes, ADA litigations, and premises liability cases. He is recognized as Westchester's go-to litigator and trial attorney, having accrued an enviable track record of trial victories over the past two decades. As a result, Russell is regularly retained by Westchester and New York City law firms to collaborate on their high-stakes trials throughout the state of New York.Russell’s legal acumen is enhanced by the unyielding client service he demands from himself and every member of his team. He partners with his clients, helping them to minimize their litigation by providing real-world, proven advice and counsel, as well as, efficient, cost- effective resolutions if or when litigation arises.Well respected by the bar and judiciary, Russell is known to be a fair, effective, and zealous advocate for his clients.

What legal services does this lawyer offer?

Commercial Litigation

Litigation - Health Care

Litigation - Insurance

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Litigation - Real Estate

Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Awards

Selected for inclusion in Top 25 Westchester Super Lawyers, 2013-2015, 2017-2018
Selected for inclusion in Top 100 New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2011-2018
AV® Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
United States Attorney General’s Award for Tax Prosecutions
Environmental Protection Agency Award for Commendable Service
NOAA Bronze Medal Award for "displaying leadership, teamwork and innovation to successfully settle" a complex environmental bankruptcy for $125 million

Education

Cornell University, J.D cum laude

Graduated

Connecticut College, B.A. Phi Beta Kappa

Contact Details and Office Locations

Other: (914) 686-1500

Office: (914) 686-1500

russell@yankwitt.com

140 Grand Street, Suite 705
White Plains, New York 10601

White Plains, New York 10601

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