Experience

Hasbani & Light, P.C.

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Managing Partner

  • Aug 2017 - Present



Leopold & Associates

• New York, New York

• Associate Attorney

  • Sep 2013 - Aug 2017

  Represent major financial institutions in the prosecution of real property actions and foreclosure proceedings. Appear on and orally argue motions, orders to show cause and handle conferences in state and bankruptcy courts. Conduct and defend depositions in foreclosure matters. Draft motions for summary judgment, protective orders, complaints, reply to counterclaims and discovery responses. Handle escalated cases with tax liens, title, and strict foreclosure issues. Prepare litigation strategy for real estate matters. Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and borrowers. Update bank representatives on case status.



The Law Offices of Eric H. Green

• New York, New York

• Associate Attorney

  • Feb 2013 - Jun 2013

  Represented plaintiffs in personal injury and false arrest actions. Appeared on and orally argued motions, orders to show cause and conferences in multiple counties daily. Drafted an array of litigation documents and memoranda of law. Drafted motions and opposition for summary judgment based on injury threshold and liability. Prepared clients for depositions and trials. Conducted depositions, examinations under oath and mediations. Communicated with clients to get all necessary documents and affidavits.



Helen F. Dalton & Associates

• Forest Hills

• Managing Attorney

  • Aug 2011 - Feb 2013

  Conduct jury selections and jury trials. Appear on and orally argue motions, orders to show cause and conferences. Supervise and review the work of attorneys, paralegals and legal interns. Draft summons and complaints, motions, opposition, bill of particulars, stipulations and memoranda of law in personal injury and labor law actions. Respond to discovery demands. Draft opposition to motions for summary judgment based on injury threshold, liability and labor law matters. Negotiate settlement agreements with opposing counsel. Prepare witnesses and all documents for upcoming trials. Conduct depositions, examinations under oath, no-fault statements, arbitrations and mediations.



Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP

• Legal Intern

  • Jan 2011 - May 2011

  Conducted research and drafted memoranda of law in labor law, corporate law, and securities law. Researched company trademarks to check for potential liabilities, actions, and infringement. Conducted research and drafted memoranda of law regarding the legality of mayoral acts and resolutions. Reviewed operating agreements and other legal documents. Assisted in crafting legal arguments with attorneys based on the research conducted. Researched Public Employment Relations Board decisions for public employee litigation. Researched Securities Exchange Commission no-action letters and decisions to ensure client compliance with SEC regulations.



Brooklyn Bar Association

• Volunteer Student Lawyer

  • Dec 2010 - Jan 2011

  Advocated on behalf of clients to reduce or eliminate their debt under the supervision of the supervising attorney. Negotiated settlement agreements with other attorneys to reduce clients' debts. Upon completion of settlement, assisted in drafting orders for the judge's signature. Interviewed clients and drafted factual memoranda. Advocated on behalf of clients to reduce or eliminate their debt under the supervision of the supervising attorney. Negotiated settlement agreements with other attorneys to reduce clients' debts. Upon completion of settlement, assisted in drafting orders for the judge's signature. Interviewed clients and drafted factual memoranda.



Marzec Law Firm

• Legal Intern

  • Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

  Conducted legal research and draft memoranda of law, motions, complaints, discovery demands, and interrogatories in commercial litigation, family law, mental health law, and entertainment law matters. Reviewed and drafted entertainment contracts and riders. Attended court proceedings involving alleged breach of contract. Conducted legal research and draft memoranda of law, motions, complaints, discovery demands, and interrogatories in commercial litigation, family law, mental health law, and entertainment law matters. Reviewed and drafted entertainment contracts and riders. Attended court proceedings involving alleged breach of contract.



The Law Offices of Morris Fateha

• Legal Intern

  • Jun 2009 - Aug 2010

  Conducted legal research and draft memoranda of law motions, complaints, answers, discovery demands and verified bill of particulars in commercial litigation, real estate, land lord tenant and immigration matters. Reviewed contracts and leases and ensured conformity with negotiated terms. Interviewed clients and drafted factual memoranda. Assisted clients with negotiations with attorneys and agencies in order to reach settlement agreements. Maintained contact with clients. Translated phone calls, letters, contracts and conversations to attorneys and clients in Hebrew and Arabic.



Sami and Morris Wireless

• Store Manager

  • Jul 2004 - Jul 2008

  Improved company sales. Implemented new customer service initiatives by broadening client base to include local corporate accounts. Responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable. Supervised salesmen and trained new employees. Handled sales and transactions. Ordered new products and received shipments. Managed other stores. Improved company sales. Implemented new customer service initiatives by broadening client base to include local corporate accounts. Responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable. Supervised salesmen and trained new employees. Handled sales and transactions. Ordered new products and received shipments. Managed other stores.



Regine's Stores Inc

• Assistant Store Manager

  • Jun 2000 - Jun 2004

  Received shipments and prepared merchandise for sales floor display. Responsible for processing sales and transactions. Provided excellent customer service. Assisted with store operations. Received shipments and prepared merchandise for sales floor display. Responsible for processing sales and transactions. Provided excellent customer service. Assisted with store operations.