Eric Dranoff

Eric Dranoff

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Insurance, Civil Rights, Mediation

475 Park Ave South, New York, NY

About Eric

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 40%

Mr. Dranoff handles matters involving all classes of discrimination under Title VII, Title IX, the ADEA, the ADA, the FMLA and the New York Executive Law. He also handles claims brought under the United States and New York Constitutions, 42 U.S.C 1981, 42 U.S.C. 1983 and Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Acts. His employment practice also includes wage claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act and New York Labor Law.

31 years

40%
Insurance 30%

Throughout his career Mr. Dranoff has handled countless insurance coverage matters from homeowner property damage claims through complex environmental damage claims. He also has handled claims involving insurer bad faith and coverage of bodily injury claims.

41 years

30%
Civil Rights 20%

Mr. Dranoff handles a broad variety of civil rights claims including discrimination claims under the United States and New York Constitutions; claims for deliberate indifference to medical needs in penal institutions and free speech claims.

31 years

20%
Mediation 10%

Mr. Dranoff serves on the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York’s distinguished panel of employment discrimination, civil rights and insurance mediators. He completed the mediation-intensive training program at the Center for Mediation in Law in order to develop a better understanding of effective mediation techniques. He also serves on the United States Bankruptcy Court Southern District of New York Register of Mediators.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 40 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1985

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Location

Saretsky Katz & Dranoff, L.L.P.

475 Park Ave South, New York, NY, 10016-6901

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Eric Dranoff's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by john | September 12, 2014

Accolades from an Adversary

Eric Dranoff is a "lawyer's lawyer." Having opposed him in a complex federal case I instantly gained respect for him on both a personal and professional level. He was a zealous advocate for his client, but he always remained a true professional in his dealings with me and all of the other lawyers--...this is something that I have found becoming more rare after 30 years of practice. Eric sets the bar at its highest level and meets it on a daily basis. He is a shining example of all that is good about our profession.

Posted by Richard | September 8, 2014

Great choice for local counsel...

I have worked with Eric as co-counsel and I have referred clients to him. I have known Eric for over 30 years and know him to be responsive and responsible. He is very intelligent and understands the importance of advocating for the people he represents. He also is quick to identify core issues... in a legal situation and is able to deal with the situation at hand in an efficient way. He is my first call when I need co-counsel in NYC.

Posted by Karen | September 5, 2014

Highly recommended professional

Able to solve complex legal issues in an innovative, expeditious and cost efficient manner. Knowledgeable, courteous, excellent research and communication skills, with great attention to detail and prompt resolution. Have achieved successful results using this attorney for complex litigation involv...ing general municipal liability, medical malpractice, employment cases, educators legal liability among others. This attorney excels at resolution through alternative methods of dispute, particularly arbitration and mediation, and is particularly successful with Appeals. Eric Dranoff has been an excellent resource for all legal issues, regardless of whether or not information or advice sought involves a specific case being handled by the firm.

Posted by anonymous | September 4, 2014

A Consummate Professional

Eric Dranoff is a consummate professional. We have used his services a number of times and he is quick to respond, knowledgeable about the law and its implications, uses time efficiently, and has personal and professional integrity. He is thorough and clear. He has assisted my husband in his busin...ess numerous times and has helped me with a couple of sticky issues regarding a nonprofit business. Additionally, he has advised us on some personal matters that I think I need not identify.

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Eric Dranoff's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Scirto

Unknown lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I would highly recommend Mr. Dranoff. I worked with him on a number of cases in my capacity of Chief Counsel for the Niagara County Department of Social Services. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, and honest. He is one of the most diligent attorneys that I know. He will work tirelessly to get the desired results, yet is practical and reasonable. He often times will search for creative solutions that will benefit his clients."

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Steven Etkind

Insurance lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have sent Eric many clients over the years and have also been on the other side of cases with Eric and his firm. They have been very professional and are well respected in the community for good reason"

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Wayne Greenwald

Litigation lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric Dranoff is a knowing and intelligent advocate. If I needed an attorney is his area, he'd be a first choice."

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Kevin Lane

Insurance lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He has an outstanding mind and personality that is ideal for our areas of practice. I would hire him to represent me."

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Louis Cristo

Litigation lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I served as co-counsel with Mr. Dranoff on a very complex matter. His knowledge of the subject matter involved was unparalleled. Most importantly, he was passionately invested in his client's case. If I needed an attorney, he would be my choice."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer NY Metro, Super Lawyers

2015

Dr. Cliff L. Wood Service Award, SUNY Rockland Community College

2014

Super Lawyer New York Metro, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer New York Metro, Super Lawyers

2013

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2012

Super Lawyer New York Metro, Super Lawyers

2012

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2011

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2010

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2009

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2008

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2007

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2006

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2005

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2005

Person of the Year, Rockland Community College Foundation

2004

Recommended Insurance Attorney, A.M. Best Company

2003

Recommended Insurance Attorneys, A.M. Best Company

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Partner and Co-Founder, Saretsky Katz & Dranoff, L.L.P.

1984 - 1994

Partner and Associate, Bower & Gardner

Associations

2014 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of New York

Mediator

2013 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Dispute Resolution Section

2013 - Present

United States District Court, Southern District of New York

Mediator

2012 - Present

Rockland Economic Assistance Corporation

Chairperson

1999 - Present

Rockland Community College Foundation

Director and Past Chairperson

1994 - Present

Rockland County Industrial Development Agency

Chairperson and Director

1990 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Torts Insurance Compensation Law Section

2006 - 2012

Rockland Business Association

Director

2003 - 2005

Junior Achievement

Instuctor

2002 - 2003

New York State Bar Association Torts Insurance and Compensation Law Section

Chairperson

1999 - 2011

Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation

Past Chairperson and Director

1996 - 1999

New York State Bar Assocition Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section, Automobile Liability Committee

Chairperson

Sample of Legal Cases

Baity v. Kralik

Successfully obtained dismissal of action

Chapotkat v. County of Rockland

Succesfully obtained dismissal of action

Mittelman v. County of Rockland

Succesfully obtained dismissal of action

Hughes v. Salerno

Succesfully obtained dismissal of action

Corr. Officers Benevolent Ass'n v. Kralik,

Succesfully obtained dismissal of action

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Education

1984

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

1981

American University

B.S.B.A. Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2010

Nassau-Suffolk Claims Mangers Council Seminar

Pre-suit Concerns for Claims Against Municipalities

2007

Law School for Insurance Professionals

Law School for Insurance Professionals

2006

Law School for Insurance Professionals

Law School for Insurance Professionals

2001

New York State Bar Association Fall Meeing

Advertising Injury

2001

New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting

Case Studies on Insurance Practice

1999

Rockland Economic Development Corporation Annual Conference

IDA Financing Seminar for 501C-3 Organizations

1998

Rockland Economic Development Corporation Annual Conference

Dealing with Prosperity, How the Deal was Done

1997

Rockland Economic Development Corporation Annual Conference

Traditional and Emerging Programs for Financing Economic Development

Publications

1996

New York State Bar Association Automobile Liability Committee Newsletter Editor

1995

Lawyers Copperative Publishing New York Litigation Forms

Languages

English

Activity

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