Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. News

April 23, 2012 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that noted corporate and securities attorney, Irvin Brum, has been unanimously elected as a new member of the Board of Directors for the Advancement for Commerce, Industry and Technology (ACIT).
Mr. Brum is a senior partner at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, where he serves as Chairman of the firm's Corporate & Securities Department, the largest such practice group on Long Island. He is also an active member of the firm’s Corporate Governance Practice Group. A trusted business advisor, Mr. Brum personally services some of the firm's largest public and private clients and is known for longstanding client relationships...

March 15, 2012 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that they have appointed senior partner, Douglas J. Good, as its first General Counsel. Mr. Good will be involved, in that capacity, in advising the law firm regarding professional ethics, and various compliance issues. In addition to his responsibilities as General Counsel, Mr. Good, who has been with Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. for over 30 years, will continue his primary duties as a senior partner in the Litigation Department and member of the firm’s Employment Law and Corporate Governance Practice Groups. Mr. Good is the leader of the firm’s Practice Management Committee, a position he has held for many years based on his substantive skills in the field of legal ethics...

February 22, 2012 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that associate attorney and former United States District Court law clerk, John J. Cooney, co-authored a new book which creates a step-by-step approach to understanding and passing the New York State bar exam. The book entitled, “The New York Bar Exam by the Issues," and published by Thomson Reuters West, was co-authored with Suzanne Darrow-Kleinhaus and Myra Berman.
"This 596 page book, which represents years of intensive research, promises to be the best guide in many years on how to tackle the challenges of the New York exam. It offers a comprehensive road map for analyzing questions and for reading, outlining and writing essays," Cooney said...

January 19, 2012 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today the formation of the RMF Digital Media Practice Group, to be Chaired by Kimberly B. Malerba, who is Counsel to the Firm.
The RMF Digital Practice Group is one of the first of its kind in the region. The interdisciplinary team of legal professionals includes attorney and renowned industry luminary Andrew S. Hazen. Ms. Malerba and Mr. Hazen, working with the members of the prestigious RMF Corporate and Litigation Departments, will bring together their expertise to offer the firm’s clients a full suite of digital media legal services, including advice regarding domain names, Internet startups, web site agreements, internet defamation, employment-related social media issues, online reputation monitoring, intellectual property protection, privacy issues, digital and social media policies and M&A Due Diligence...

January 12, 2012 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that attorney Andrew S. Hazen has joined as Counsel to the firm in the Corporate and Securities department, as well as the newly formed Digital Media Practice Group.
Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Hazen, a resident of Jericho, New York, was the founder of one of New York’s top Internet marketing agencies, and has been successfully developing and branding businesses for more than 15 years. He has extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of Internet marketing, website optimization and search engine marketing. Mr. Hazen’s in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Digital Media field will be a tremendous asset to RMF’s Digital Media Practice Group, enabling it to provide unmatched legal services and superior business advice...

Arthur ″Jerry″ Kremer Receives 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award for the Advancement For Commerce Industry and Technology.
December 07, 2011 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York - Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that partner, Arthur “Jerry” Kremer, has been named a 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient from the Advancement for Commerce Industry and Technology (ACIT). This award recognizes Long Island Business Leaders for their entrepreneurial spirit, commitment and hard work which have contributed to the civic and economic growth and development of the communities in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. This award was presented to Mr. Kremer during the ACIT’s Annual Business Leadership and Awards Luncheon, on Friday, December 2, 2011 at the Crest Hollow Country Club, in Woodbury, New York...

November 15, 2011 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that it hosted a breakfast seminar entitled Corporate Governance Revisited: How the Rules of Engagement Are Changing for Companies and Their Boards, to a capacity audience on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at the law firm’s offices atop RXR Plaza in Uniondale, New York.
The seminar focused on corporate governance, risk management and the ever increasing demands on board and audit committee members. The program was moderated by Ruskin Moscou Faltischek senior partner Irvin Brum, chair of the Corporate & Securities Department, in a question and answer discussion format. Distinguished panelists included Dr...

November 09, 2011 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York, - Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that attorney Eva Klein has joined as Counsel to the firm in the Real Estate Department.
Prior to joining the firm, Klein worked for 16 years at Miami, Florida law firm, Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff and Sitterson, P.A., as Shareholder in the Real Estate Department and a member of the Firm's Board of Directors as well as serving on the Firm’s Hiring Committee. Ms. Klein counseled clients in all aspects of real estate transactions throughout the United States and abroad, including the acquisition, sale, leasing, financing and development of office, retail, hotel, residential communities, casinos and multi-use properties...

November 08, 2011 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York -- Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that partner Arthur “Jerry” Kremer will serve as a political analyst for News12 Long Island’s election night coverage on November 8, 2011, marking his 17th year in this role. Kremer has been the News12 political analyst for over 16 years and has appeared regularly on Fox TV News and WABC-TV News. Kremer provides commentary for The Huffington Post and Politico, and also authors a syndicated column for The Herald Newspaper chain, reaching 800,000 people weekly.
As the head of the firm’s Municipal and Regulatory Affairs Department, Kremer continues his active involvement in behalf of clients with matters at the federal, state and local level...

October 25, 2011 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York - Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that Jeffrey M. Schlossberg received Long Island Business News' 2011 "Fifty or So Around 50" Award. The award recognizes and honors individuals for their leadership in business, support of professional and not-for-profit organizations and a commitment to the needs of the local community. Schlossberg was inducted into the Class of 2011 at an awards celebration held on October 20, 2011 at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, New York.
In his role at the Firm, Schlossberg is a partner, where he is Chair of the Employment Law Group. He has devoted his entire career to the employment law field. Schlossberg has extensive experience in handling all aspects of the employer-employee relationship...

Uniondale, Long Island, New York, October 14, 2011 – Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that it has hosted a successful and well-received seminar focused on Industrial Development Agency (IDA) transactions. Entitled Harnessing the Power of the IDA: Economic Incentives That Drive Growth and Profitability, the breakfast seminar was presented to an overflow audience on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at the law firm’s offices atop RXR Plaza in Uniondale, New York.
The seminar was moderated by Ruskin Moscou Faltischek partner Eric C. Rubenstein, Co-Chair of the Firm’s Real Estate Department. Panelists included Edward A. Ambrosino, Esq., Of Counsel to the Firm and Chair of the IDA & Municipal Development Incentives Practice Group; Jeffrey L...

Harold Berzow, Michael Feigenbaum, Mark Mulholland, Gregory Naclerio
Uniondale, Long Island, New York, September 21, 2011– Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. announced today that five of its partners have been named to the 2011 Super Lawyers, New York Metro Edition in the following categories: Harold S. Berzow (Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights); Michael K. Feigenbaum (Estate Planning & Probate); Mark S. Mulholland (Litigation); Gregory J. Naclerio (Health/Criminal Defense); and Benjamin Weinstock (Real Estate).
Super Lawyers features lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The Super Lawyers rigorous selection process results in a credible, comprehensive listing that can be used as a resource for both attorneys and consumers in their search for exceptional legal counsel...

March 02, 2010 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York - The Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, Inc. hosted Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano at its Thursday, February 25, 2010 monthly meeting held at the Bristal Assisted Living in East Meadow, New York.

Ruskin Moscou Faltischek litigation partner E. Christopher Murray serves as president of the organization, which has over 40 local Chambers of Commerce as members representing over 6,000 businesses.

During his presentation, Mangano discussed his plans to revamp the real property tax assessment system in Nassau County. Shown in the photo (l-r) is Ruskin Moscou Faltischek partner and Nassau Council Chambers of Commerce president E. Christopher Murray of Stony Brook and Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano...

February 19, 2010 // Franchising.com // Uniondale, Long Island, New York - Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. is pleased to announce that attorney E. Christopher (Chris) Murray has joined the firm as a partner in the Litigation Department.

"My partners and I are delighted to welcome Chris to the firm," said Co-Managing Partner Mark Mulholland. "His experience and commitment are consistent with the quality of client service for which Ruskin Moscou Faltischek is renowned. The entire firm looks forward to working with him," he concluded.

Murray, a resident of Stony Brook, brings vast experience in all aspects of complex commercial, environmental, employment, civil rights and trademark litigation to his position at RMF...