Davida S. Perry

Davida S. Perry

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 40 years

Discrimination Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Employment & Labor, Sexual Harassment, Litigation

3 Park Ave., Suite 2700, New York, NY

About Davida

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 40 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1986

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1986

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Schwartz Perry & Heller LLP

3 Park Ave., Suite 2700, New York, NY, 10016

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Davida S. Perry's Reviews

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Posted by Sara | May 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Their presence is truly a Present!

It’s not easy finding an attorney for aviation employees so I was hesitant to make the initial call but I’m so happy I did! Words are not enough to describe how satisfied I am with Ms. Davida, Dan and Brian! Ms. Davida fought for me with incredible passion and care! Whether I was right or wrong, she... defended me the whole way! Never lost any hope or faith in my case and I am forever grateful for her! I truly felt like my own mother was fighting for me & I am so thankful to cross paths with such amazing souls! Not only did they settle my case in 6 months but they also helped me get my career back in such a selective field and to put things into perspective my new beginning salary, would have been my salary after 15 years at my previous employer and none of it would’ve been possible if it wasn’t for the help of Ms. Davida! I’ve never felt so vindicated in my life and I owe that to the best lawyer team in the world: Schwartz, Perry & Heller + Dan of course! Truly amazing people and I am forever grateful for them!

Posted by FD - New York City | March 14, 2015

"My Holiday Miracle" Daviida S. Perry - Best Lawyer

December is always a time for Celebration & Happiness. NYC is beaming with Santa Claus, Christmas lights, everyone is happy. I was not in a joyful mood, I was extremely depressed and at the end of the rope. I was just fired from my job, I hired a lawyer who was expensive, incompetent and befriend...ed my former boss!!!! After sending an email to the firm I received a call from Davida herself and we schedule a meeting 2 days later. The consultation is free which is great. When I came to their office, I was exhausted and disenchanted. I dealt with so many rude lawyers I was thinking about giving up I was emotionally drained. Davida was a bowl of “fresh air” you can tell she cares about her clients and she was genuine. She came with Matthew; they were professional, listened to me, treated me with kindness and decency. They asked me question and after assessing my case they decide to take me as a client! This was the “Best Christmas” in a long, long time. (18 years of struggling Immigrant Life in NYC. Being discriminated against, treated like a 2nd class citizen, or fired just because… I never dare to say anything because I was scared, but, this time I decided to fight back) Finding a good lawyer is challenging in NYC, but, if you are Lucky to have Schwartz & Perry on your side, you know you are a Winner!!!! They care about the little people and they will fight for you! They only have one motto: “Winning” Davida & Matthew – Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and for making me feel like I was worth it.

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2014

Davida Perry - a tremendous lawyer.

Davida Perry is an extraordinary lawyer. She walked me through a process that was extremely difficult and traumatic. She was knowledgeable and helped me to understand every step of the legal or process. She was supportive of my emotional and psychological distress and she treated me and my family wi...th the utmost respect and kindness. She was honest and genuine; I always knew what was going on in the case and she answered my questions clearly and swiftly. I trust Davida and her colleagues unconditionally. She is assertive and I always knew that she was working on my behalf. She is extremely intelligent and well versed in the he law. I could not have persevered throughout the 3 years of litigation if it was not for Davida Perry. She is truly amazing at what she does. I am lucky to have found such a fine lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2014

Fantastic Attorney

Davida handled my sexual harassment case with extreme competence and care. She is not only a wonderful attorney, but is also a caring and compassionate person. I was sexually harassed at my place of employment. Davida took on the case for me, and helped me through several difficult depositions. She ...then successfully defended a motion for summary judgment. After that, she represented me in mediation, and obtained a six figure settlement. I couldn't have asked for a better result.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2014

Ideal lawyer

I have been lucky to have Davida represent me on 2 lawsuits. I count my blessings for she is everything you hope your lawyer will be: super smart, tenacious, supportive and there for you with a big heart.

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Davida S. Perry's Lawyer Endorsements

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Phillip Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

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"Davida is an excellent plaintiff's side employment attorney with strong litigation skills and a versed knowledge of the substantive law, especially as concerns the litigation of employment matters within the five boroughs of New York City. I proudly recommend her hands down."

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Michael Catalfimo

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Davida is a skilled and resourceful litigator who works diligently to obtain the best possible outcome for her clients."

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Charles Ross

Sexual harassment lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Davida Perry is bar none the best plaintiff's employment discrimination trial attorney around. She fights hard for her clients, is fearless in the courtroom, and has a real talent for winning big cases. I endorse her completely and wholeheartedly."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 50 Women Attorneys in the New York Metro Area, New York Magazine

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

New York's Top 50 Women Attorneys in the New York Metro Area, New York Magazine

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 50 Women Attorneys in the New York Metro Area, New York Super Lawyers

2013

New York Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2012

Top 50 Women Attorneys in New York Metro Area, New York Super Lawyers

2012

New York's Women Leaders in the Law, New York Magazine

2012

New York Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top Northeast Lawyers, Arrive Magazine

2011

New York Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2011

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

New York Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2010

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale Hubbell

2009

New York Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2009

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

Courageous Plaintiffs' Award, National Employment Lawyers Association

1984

Excellence in Constitutional Law, American Jurisprudence Award

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Partner, Schwartz Perry & Heller

Associations

2009 - Present

National Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)

Member

1999 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Rivera v. United Parcel Service

Jury verdict in the amount of $1,330,000

Tang v. Paco Group

Jury verdict in favor of plaintiff for pregnancy discrimination

Insinga v. Cooperative Centrale Raiffeisen Boerenleenbank B.A.

$2.5 Million Awarded to Plaintiff

McIntyre v. Manhattan Ford, Lincoln Mercury

$6.6 Million Awarded By Jury

Bracker v. Cohen

Thoreson v. Penthouse Magazine and Robert Guccione

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Education

1985

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Skidmore College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Lawline.com

Sexual Harassment & The New York City Human Rights Law

Publications

2012

Lawline.com Sexual Harassment & The New York City Human Rights Law

2002

National Employment Lawyers Association Sexual Harassment in the New Millennium: The Impact of Faragher and Ellerth

1999

Practising Law Institute How to Handle Your First Employment Discrimination Case

1998

National Employment Lawyers Association Counsel's Investigation and Retainer Agreements

1998

Practising Law Institute Claims for Damage to an Employee's Reputation and Future Employment Opportunities

1998

New York State Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Journal Trial Motions: Advantages and Considerations

1997

New York State Bar Association Strategies for Settlement

Languages

English

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