Israel helped me with a personal injury matter. He was always extremely responsive, returning my phone calls within 5 minutes. Israel was able to obtain a very favorable settlement for me. I could not be happier with Israel's professionalism and helpful guidance throughout my case. Israel is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend him.
I've worked with a number of lawyers over the years, from solo practitioners to partners at very prestigious firms. Hands down, Israel is the best for matters personal and professional. He's smart, strategic, works hard for his clients, and will work to secure the best outcome possible.
Israel Klein represents clients in significant class action litigation. In one notable case, Jacob Stern v. The City of New York, 1:17-cv-04973, Mr. Klein recovered over $26 million in fines collected for over 500,000 invalid muni meter tickets.
Israel Klein represents customers and associated persons in FINRA arbitration. Cases include customer disputes, promissory note disputes, Form U5 expungement, and investigation and disciplinary action defense, including FINRA 8210 inquiries.
Israel is an experienced commercial and class action litigator, representing domestic and international individuals and entities in courts throughout the State of New York and in arbitrations across the United States. Israel is a formidable attorney with an impressive record of success, obtaining millions of dollars for his clients. Notably, following one of Israel’s recent class action lawsuits, the City of New York dismissed and refunded $26 million in invalid parking tickets. Israel is regularly quoted by the media, including Fox News and the New York Post, and has been selected to the Super Lawyers Metro New York Rising Stars List in 2018 and 2019.
Prior to joining Pardalis & Nohavicka, LLP, Israel practiced commercial and class action litigation with another New York City law firm, served as law clerk to the Honorable Martin G. Cronin (New Jersey Superior Court, Essex County), and acted as a New Jersey Superior Court trained mediator. Israel also completed internships with the Honorable Joseph F. Bianco (formerly sitting on the United States District Court, Eastern District of New York, currently sitting on the United Stated Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit), former Councilman David G. Greenfield (New York City Council, 44thDistrict), the Kings County District Attorney’s Office, as well as several New York City law firms.
Israel graduated from the Fordham University School of Law, where he received the Archibald R. Murray Public Service Award and a student leadership award for his various pro bono contributions. During law school, Israel served as a member of the Unemployment Action Center, where he represented claimants in their unemployment insurance appeals before New York State administrative law judges. Israel also served as secretary of the Prisoners’ Rights Advocates and, as a student practitioner at Fordham’s Criminal Defense Clinic, assisted in the representation of two Guantanamo Bay detainees and other indigent defendants. Israel also served as a member of the Fordham Intellectual Property, Media and Entertainment Law Journal.
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Excellent Attorney!
Israel helped me with a personal injury matter. He was always extremely responsive, returning my phone calls within 5 minutes. Israel was able to obtain a very favorable settlement for me. I could not be happier with Israel's professionalism and helpful guidance throughout my case. Israel is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend him.
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Posted by Michael | December 29, 2022
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Israel Is The Best
I've worked with a number of lawyers over the years, from solo practitioners to partners at very prestigious firms. Hands down, Israel is the best for matters personal and professional. He's smart, strategic, works hard for his clients, and will work to secure the best outcome possible.
Posted by Elaine | December 16, 2022
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Superb Attorney
Israel truly did an amazing job handling my labor case. He is very responsive, answered all of my questions, and eased my concerns. I would recommend him without reservation. A master of his craft!!!
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2022
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Great experience.
I've never been through this process before. And I felt very comfortable with Israel, because he did well with communication, and he was patient. In the end, I walked away with a good outcome, and I am happy for that.
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2022
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Business Case
Isreal took my case somewhat last minute with countless hours’ worth of work to do. I needed a lawyer to represent me in a complicated multimillion dollar business purchase. I spoke with numerous lawyers and finally came across Mr. Klein whom was clearly the right man for the job. He worked diligently with me to get the deal done, even into the late evening hours. I'm grateful I had an opportunity to work with him and look forward to working with him into the future.
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Posted by Steven | December 31, 2021
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Quality Work
Mr. Klein has assisted me and my business on numerous occasions, including defending unemployment insurance claims, drafting employee handbooks and other related employment contracts and documents, and drafting promissory notes and assignment agreements. With Mr. Klein, I know my business interests are always protected.
Posted by Peter and Christos | December 23, 2021
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Great Lawyer
Mr . Klein did an outstanding job representing my father in a workers compensation case. He was always detailed in his explanations. He always answered the phone and responded to all of our texts emails or calls. Even during stressful moments he stayed calm and was honest and stayed the course with his plan. That’s how we won our case . Excellent lawyer highly recommend Mr Klein.
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Posted by Shirley | December 22, 2021
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Understanding, Patient, and Persistent
Israel helped us with beating the odds with a particularly stressful situation. He guided us right after our first meeting and gave us a straightforward recommendation on the next steps. We felt at ease and trusted Israel and his experience with getting us through a drawn-out negotiation. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to be well represented.
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Posted by T | December 17, 2021
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Super Helpful with Great Results
Israel was super helpful in our case in relation to a human resources issue. He proved to be knowledgeable and straightforward, while doing a great job explaining all the steps and options and in dealing with the opposing counsel. The result was a dropped case and we are vey grateful!
Posted by Dr. Carlos M. Barrera | November 8, 2021
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Exceptional attorney with an aggressive approach when needed to win your case
I was referred to this firm after previously having another attorney retained. My previous attorney prior to retaining this new firm prolonged my case for about seven months. I retained Pardalis & Nohavicka for about three weeks in total. In the short time this firm served as my legal representation they were able to settle my case so efficient and quickly. It took my previous attorney seven months to do, what they did in three weeks. I am extremely satisfied and happy with the services provided by this firm, I wish I would have chosen them from the beginning which would've saved me a lot of money, aggravation and time. Nonetheless, Pardalis & Nohavicka law firm was able to obtain the highest possible settlement for my case. My attorney Israel was exceptional as an attorney. He was very firm, aggressive to the other party, knowledgeable and professional. He possesses all the trades and attributes a good attorney should have, in my opinion this man is a legal genius. He had answers to all my questions, he knew all the laws pertaining to my case and had a perfect strategy on how to win. The owner/partner Taso was also exceptionally guiding, knowledgeable and practiced very good communication. My overall experience from working with the law clerks to the attorneys to the partners even to the office managers has been exceptional. I hope I am never faced with any legal issues moving forward in my lifetime, however shall I ever need legal services this is the only law firm I will ever turn to from now on.
Dr. Barrera
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Posted by Jacob | December 31, 2020
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Gets Results.
I have used Israel on numerous occasions as my general counsel for all my business needs. From contract drafting to litigation disputes, I can always count on Israel to protect my interests and achieve my desired results. I highly recommend Israel to any business owner. You will be in good hands.
Posted by Doron | December 30, 2020
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Acupuncturist and physical rehab therapist
Israel Klein is an excellent attorney. He is attuned and attentive to his clients and has been incredibly supportive in assisting me with medical arbitration and litigation purposes. He is my go to attorney for any legal consultation and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a strong and thorough attorney.
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2020
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Excellent Lawyer
Talking to a lawyer could be intimidating but Israel made it easy for me. He took his time listening to me and assured me. He was fast in responding to my calls, emails and he takes actions right away. He really cares about his client. My case was close smoothly. I am very impressed with his work.
Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2020
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Effective and brilliant
Israel helped me effectively resolve a severance agreement with a Fortune 50 company. He increased me severance agreement amount by more than 50%, which left me feeling whole and complete again. He effectively helped guide my decision making with his logical, yet caring and empathetic character. I could count on Israel to quickly reply within hours, which was so helpful and critical to have in my particular process.
In the end, I know I would be in a less desirable position if I didn’t hire Israel to help me. I’m also happy to say I am now in a good economical spot to move on from the company that let me go.
With tremendous gratitude for Israel for his strategic wisdom.
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Posted by Michael | March 2, 2020
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Extremely satisfied
I can’t believe the success and out come of on going 3 year litigation case .I can’t thank enough the law firm of PN Lawyers taso and joe for there constant input and guidance .I couldn’t of been more nervous the opposing council was extremely formidable and I thought did a incredible job as well .But I couldn’t of been more impressed with my personal attorney Israel Klein. This young man was so smart so out in front of all the proceedings I was truly impressed. Israel was such a calming influence when I was at my worst and most nervous .Cant thank Israel enough he was such a incredible young man with in my opinion so a great future being a great lawyer.
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Posted by Erik | November 7, 2019
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Highly effective attorney
Attorney Klein helped us win our small claims suit for the maximum amount. He was very well prepared and highly professional.
Posted by Christian | March 6, 2018
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Unemployment case
Israel was one of the lawyers who worked in my case for unemployment. He is the one who came to the hearing in front of the judge. He was very supportive and efficient guiding me through the process and making sure the judge would deeply understand the situation and my point. I won and his presence there was fundamental.
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"I have worked with Attorney Israel Klein for approximately 2 years and I endorse his work. He is smart, hard-working and provides great service to his clients."