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Erach Farrokh Screwvala
About Erach
Biography
In my nearly 20 years in practice, my goal has been to provide comprehensive, easy-to-understand counsel to individuals and families who want to have the peace of mind that they have done all they can to protect their loved ones.
I take an innovative and thoughtful approach to my work. I will take the time to understand your particular goals, needs, and challenges and help you find the right solutions for you and your family.
This is personal to me. I'm a husband and a proud father to four incredible daughters. I would do anything to protect my family and secure their future. I will help you find and implement the right strategies to protect your family as well.
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Licensed in New York for 27 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Screwvala LLC
214 West 50th Street, Suite 300, New York, NY, 10019
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Erach Farrokh Screwvala's Reviews
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Posted by Irwin and Marta | September 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Who ever wants to write a will?
It is not without trepidation that my wife and I entered his office. We had delayed this moment for years - but now found the courage and sense to create our will and irrevocable trust. We had begun the process several times but had not completed it, in part because of a certain lack of sympatico wi...
Posted by Russ | October 16, 2013
Trust worthy, Fair
Erach worked with our company drafting distribution agreements for our independent films. He was fast, responsive and fair. He treated us as a high priority client with complete integrity. With an easy manner and speaking in language we could understand he swiftly guided us through an unfamiliar p...
Posted by Sally | September 15, 2012
Exceptional professional on every level
Our company has worked with Erach for almost 15 years -- in fact, I think we may have been one of his first clients. Over the years he has helped us negotiate contracts, establish business entities, and work through legal considerations related to how we conduct our business. His counsel has been i...
Posted by Jane | January 22, 2012
Highly Recommended
I hired Erach recently to work with me on a difficult landlord/tenant case. He was professional and extremely helpful throughout the whole process, which to date has spanned 6 months. He helped me understand the various motions that were filed, pointed out key flaws and weaknesses in the other side'...
Posted by Edie | January 18, 2012
A lawyer I recommend to friends
I'm a literary translator who deals with publishers in an ongoing way. Erach reviews my contracts, negotiates with the publishers to add or delete provisions, and makes sure that as much as possible in the agreement works to my benefit. This is a mine field I could not walk successfully without him. ...
Erach Farrokh Screwvala's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Screwvala is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."
"Erach has a process to ensure his clients have the right plan in place, not just a cookie-cutter Will or Trust. Additionally, he can provide a unique service for families with young children that goes beyond simply naming a guardian or Trustee. She's a caring attorney who is focused on serving her clients and creating lifetime relationships. I wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to Erach."
"Erach is a remarkable attorney. He is extremely knowledgable and driven and provides unique services to his clients. He is family focused and knows how to best ensure his clients and their families are properly protected. I highly recommend his services!"
"I wholeheartedly endorse Erach and all that his practice stands for. Erach is extremely knowledgeable and exceptionally generous in sharing his knowledge with other attorneys. He is highly creative and collaborative and I would absolutely refer clients to him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Erach is such a gracious and intelligent attorney. He treats his clients with utmost respect and they feel well-cared for when they leave. He is also such a great resource in the community and to fellow colleagues. He is both generous and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend him."
"Erach is an incredibly smart and highly respected attorney who truly cares about his clients."
"Erach Farrokh Screwvala is a fantastic attorney whose client-focused approach ensures excellent outcomes in his cases."
"Erach Farrokh Screwvala is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. You can't go wrong with him defending you. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Erach is an awesome attorney and is very knowledgeable about estate planning. He often answers questions and help less experienced attorneys. I highly endorse him!"
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"Erach is a great estate planning attorney and is one of only a few in the area that commits to giving his clients more than just a set of legal documents. He's a great advisor."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
1998
Ethics Award, New York State Bar Association
1997
Best Advocate, Trial Competition, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, Screwvala LLC
2007 - 2010
Partner, Robinson Brog Leinwand Greene Genovese & Gluck, P.C.
2000 - 2007
Associate, Robinson Brog Leinwand Greene Genovese & Gluck, P.C.
1998 - 2000
Associate, Mound Cotton Wollan
Associations
2010 - Present
New York State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Automobile Club of New York, Inc. v. Dykstra
New York City tow law struck down
State Insurance Fund v. Eugene Iovine, Inc.
Summary judgment granted in favor of defendant finding that non-wage cash payments could not be included in premium calculation.
Education
1998
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD cum laude
1992
Oberlin College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Weekend Intensive for Showcase Producing
Contracts, Options, and Underlying Rights
2012
Raising Money For Theater: How, Who and When to Ask
Commercial Funding: Formalizing Your Ask
2011
Producer Development & Mentorship Program
Self-Producing Artists
2011
Pen World Voices Festival of International Literature
Translator Rights and Translator Wrongs
Publications
2005
Association for Recorded Sound Collections
Webcasting and Copyright Law or Why Old Dogs Can't Learn New Tricks
2005
Association for Recorded Sound Collections
Copyright Due Diligence
2004
Association for Recorded Sound Collections
Copyright CPR or When Public Domain is not Public Domain
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is a Limited Power of Appointment in a Trust still considered countable "control" over assets? Are contents of Trust at risk?
17 Aug 2022
Q&A
Can I take my name. Off the deed and add my children name to it even if the house is not paid for I
23 Apr 2021
Q&A
My grandmother has a life estate and my mom is the only other person on the deed. Can my grandmother pass on her life estate?
10 Sep 2014