Ethan Andrew Brecher

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Ethan Andrew Brecher

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Litigation, Arbitration, Securities & Investment Fraud

244 Fifth Avenue, Suite B241, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Ethan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 35%

Wrongful termination, discrimination, breach of contract, overtime, unpaid wages, NY Labor Law, FLSA, unjust enrichment, quantum meruit, bonuses

35 years

35%
Arbitration 30%

FINRA arbitration and mediation of employment and securities disputes and promissory notes

35 years

30%
Litigation 30%

Disputes involving breach of contract

35 years

30%
Securities and Investment Fraud 5%

35 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2017
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Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 34 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ethan A. Brecher, LLC

244 Fifth Avenue, Suite B241, New York, NY, 10001

ethanbrecherlaw.com/

Ethan Andrew Brecher's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Executive Employment Contract Dispute

I had a complex employment contract case, including issues with compensation, severance and equity. The company we were up against was tough, somewhat irrational, litigious and well-funded. My first attorney was struggling to get results, which is when I transitioned the case to the Law Office of E...than Brecher. Ethan and Ana Montoya collated an enormous amount of information, gained a thorough understanding of the facts, built the case with exhibits and legal action, and made an immediate impact on the trajectory of my case. Ethan does a good job patiently listening and assessing but is also brilliant at interjecting and with strength and decisiveness when appropriate. He gave great council and advise from a range of perspectives. He was always available when I needed him; had quick, well communicated and thorough follow-up. I was extremely prepared and confident in Ethan’s representation during the mediation, and in the end we had a successful settlement.

Posted by Thomas | August 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business

Review for Ethan Brecher

My business partner and I hired Ethan in January 2018 to pursue a litigation against a former business associate for unpaid expenses and compensation. Ethan was very measured and professional, but he gave us some great insight and ideas that formed the basis of our suit. We engaged Ethan formally..., and he prepared a detailed and multi-faceted complaint which we filed. It was a difficult litigation, but Ethan remained poised throughout. He achieved great results for us, particularly by successfully piercing the corporate veil and attaching our claims against the defendant personally. This success formed the basis for our ultimate settlement. Ethan also has a great team, who also had our full confidence and contributed massively in her own right. He did all of this in the face of determined and aggressive defense counsel employed by a defendant for whom money was little object. I am a seasoned consumer of legal and litigation services. I would gladly work with Ethan again should the need arise.

Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

VP, Sales & Marketing

Ethan provided me with advice on a separation agreement a former employer in financial services. He worked hard to make sure that I have a fair settlement and helped me prevent possible retaliation. He was diligent and detailed in reviewing each paragraph of the agreement and renegotiated better non-...solicitation and severance terms. I enjoyed working with him and appreciated his quick responses, updates, advice and timely follow up. He has strong negotiations skills and is passionate about his work. I interviewed lawyers from a few top law firms, he stood out among his peers with his client-focused, proactive and results-oriented approach.

Posted by Ben | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Responsive, Attentive, and Well-Reasoned

Ethan responded to each contact very promptly, which was a stress relief. His advice was measured and clearly based on significant knowledge of employment issues. The best part of his approach is that you can tell Ethan has actually been through every phase of the litigation process, so he knows how ...to couch advice and not oversell. I strongly recommend him

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Highly Recommended

He quickly resolved two complex matters involving an employment separation and FINRA complaint where he recovered 100% of my losses plus attorney's fees. I was impressed not only by these terrific results, but also by his expertise, professionalism and responsiveness. I highly recommend Ethan.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

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2023

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2022

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

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2014

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2013

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2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1990 - 1990

Summer Law Clerk, United States District Judge Mary Johnson Lowe

Associations

2013 - Present

American Law Institute

Elected to Membership

2012 - 2015

United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Pro Bono Panel

Sample of Legal Cases

Loren v. Sarachek

NY Appellate Division, First Department Granted Summary Judgment Granting Claim for $992,018

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Education

1991

New York University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Cornell University

Bachelor's degree

Speaking Engagements

2015

9th Annual Hedge Fund General Counsel and Compliance Officer Summit 2015 Employment Law Lessons for Hedge Fund Counsel

Publications

1991

Annual Survey of American Law Articles Editor

Languages

English

French

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