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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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950 Third Avenue, 25th Floor, New York, NY, 10022
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2 Park Avenue, Suite 209, Manhasset, NY, 11030
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Posted by Fernando | June 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Israel is an exemplary attorney
Israel assisted me with a breach of contract matter against a multinational. Throughout the process, he was knowledgeable, prompt, and polite; clearly articulating the different paths to challenge and win. He was also thoughtful about my needs and budget, and worked with me on a fair retainer. Highl...
Posted by Dr. Carlos M. Barrera | November 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 ...
Posted by Doron | December 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Arbitration
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...
Posted by Michael | March 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
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 .Bu...
"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."
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2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
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The Archibald R. Murray Public Service Award, Fordham University School of Law
2014 - 2015
Law Clerk to the Honorable Martin G. Cronin, J.S.C., Superior Court of the State of New Jersey
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern, New York City Council, 44th District (Councilman David G. Greenfield)
2012 - 2012
Legal Intern, United States District Court, Eastern District of New York (Hon. Joseph F. Bianco)
2012 - 2012
Summer Associate, Crotty Saland, PC
2012 - 2012
Legal Intern, Stecklow, Cohen, & Thompson, PLLC
2012 - 2013
Legal Intern, Fordham Law Criminal Defense Clinic
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, King County District Attorney's Office
2009 - 2010
Legal Intern, Weisman Law Group, PC
2016 - Present
New York County Lawyers’ AssociationMember, Committee on Professional Ethics
Litigation Pending.
Litigation Pending.
Litigation Pending.
Recovered over $26 million in fines and secured dismissals of over 500,000 invalid muni meter tickets. Further litigation pending to recover additional damages.
Settled.
Recovered over $1.3 million. Further litigation pending to recover additional damages.
2014
J.D.
2009
B.A., summa cum laude
2025
Construction Litigation, Mechanic's Liens
2013
2012
English
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