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Marc A Rapaport
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Rapaport Law Firm, PLLC is dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality of legal representation in civil litigation matters. We focus on employment, telecommunications, and matrimonial issues. Our law firm was founded by attorney Marc Rapaport in 1995. For more than a decade, Marc Rapaport has served as New York litigation counsel for the nation's fourth largest telecommunications provider. Marc is one of New York City's most experienced cell site litigators. Marc has successfully represented wireless communication providers in state and federal courts in cases involving property damage claims, breach of contract, holdover proceedings, and more. We have an in-depth knowledge of the logistical and technological issues relating to cell sites, combined with decades in New York state and federal court practice.
Marc Rapaport also handles wage class action matters on behalf of employees. Our firm's recent successes include a widely-publicized injunction against one of New York's largest residential landlords on behalf of building superintendents. Our law firm has been at the forefront of bringing state and federal lawsuits to enforce New York State's Domestic Workers Bill of Rights.
We take professional pride in the diversity of our firm's clients. There are few law firms that provide legal representation to the wide range of individuals and corporations that Rapaport Law Firm represents. We relentlessy focus on excellence and creativity. We strive to exceed the expectations of our clients.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Telecommunications
40%
23 years | 117 cases
Discrimination
25%
32 years | 225 cases
Employment and Labor
20%
23 years | 45 cases
Divorce and Separation
15%
32 years | 460 cases
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Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Rapaport Law Firm
One Penn Plaza, 250 West 34th Street, Ste 2430, New York, NY, 10119
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Posted by Ramon | March 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Business
Knowledgeable and empathetic
A few weeks ago, I had the need to seek legal assistance. A friend told me about Marc Rapaport and his firm, how well they had treated him and how happy he was about the final outcome regarding the legal situation he has facing on his business. I decided to try my luck contacting this firm. Time pro...
Posted by Semih Tokat- Village Tannery | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights
Excellent
Although Mr. Rapaport has been our lawyer for a short time, he has been nothing but trustworthy, professional and personable. For New York standards, Mr. Rapaport’s rate is extremely reasonable. He successfully solved our ADA case in a timely manner. We highly recommend him to anyone who is searching...
Posted by Jazmin | May 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional Lawyer and Human
Marc was a godsend in the middle of my divorce. He went above and beyond divorce. Marc was amazing in the drafting of the papers, and the legal process. He was punctual and very detailed oriented and always discuss my options and would ask my opinion before proceeding. I am truly grateful for the hel...
Posted by Howard | April 28, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Choosing the best lawyer
Mr Rapaport lifted my spirits when I was going through my divorce and made me feel at ease during my divorce proceeding. I not only consider Mr Rapaport my lawyer but also my friend.
Posted by Daralynn | April 28, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Review of Marc Rapaort, Esq.
Marc Rapaport is an exceptionally gifted attorney with many years of experience. He is honest, trustworthy, and ethical. A true man of his word, Marc has guided me throughout the legal process and maneuvers of divorce law to my ultimate conclusion, with finesse, intelligence, and alacrity. His char...
Marc A Rapaport's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."
"For over a decade, I have collaborated with Marc on various litigation matters - ranging in substance from matrimonial to telecommunications. Marc is a sharp and strategic litigator and he is a persuasive and aggressive advocate."
"Marc is a dedicated and extremely knowledgeable attorney. He combines his keen legal skills with a business-minded approach to help his clients achieve their goals."
"I have worked with Mr. Rapaport on approximately 12 cases, commencing in 2010. He is a conscientious, skilled, and experienced litigator. During the past year, Mr. Rapaport handled a divorce trial for our mutual client. He thoroughly prepared the case for trial, and his knowledge of the law and familiarity with the facts of the case were evidence to everyone involved. Mr. Rapaport has generously shared his knowledge and time to assist me with a number of different civil litigation matters. I do not hesitate to endorse Mr. Rapaport."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Marc on dozens of cases for our mutual clients. Whenever my client has a employment related discrimination matter the first person I turn to is Marc. Its simple really, when a client has more than one type of case and needs more than one type of lawyer, you better know that those two lawyers can work together. I have always trusted Marc's judgment and we have been able to successfully help many clients because of his professionalism and courtesy to his clients and to me and others."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marc Rapaport is an diligent and zealous advocate for his cleints. He effectively directed a strategy that provided the best result for his clients."
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Real estate lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
1989
Founders Day Award, New York University
Work Experience
2002 - 2004
Adjunct Professor, New York Institute of Technology
1995 - 2015
Attorney, Rapaport Law Firm
1994 - 1995
Associate, Wingate & Cullen
1993 - 1994
Staff Attorney, United States Dept. of Justice
Associations
2014 - Present
Federal Communications Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember, Family Law Section
2002 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)Member
1995 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Association of the Bar of the City of New YorkMember
2002 - 2003
Putnam County Home Improvement BoardBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Contrera v. Langer, 2017 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 165536 (SDNY Oct. 5, 2017)
Plaintiffs were granted conditional certification as a collective action.
Virginia Properties, LLC v. T-Mobile Northeast, LLC
Trial court judgment dismissed on appeal
DiFabio v. Omnipoint Communications, Inc., 66 A.D.3d 635 (2009)
Reported Appellate Decision in favor of client.
HA v. HA, 2008 NY Misc. LEXIS 4573, 240 NYLJ 14
Decision after trial in favor of our client.
Mena v. Key Food Stores, 195 Misc.2d 402 (Supreme Court, Kings County)
Published Decision Permitting Introduction of Audio Tapes as Evidence
Giray v. Cruey, NYLJ (January 13, 2003)
Order directing cancellation of pre-application child support arrears.
Gibli v. Kadosh, 717 N.Y.S.2d 553 (1st Dept. 2000)
Jury trial resulting in substantial monetary damage award
Education
1992
Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor
1989
New York University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Telecommuting & The Workplace
Employment Law: Telecommuting
2007
What You Need to Know About the July 2007 Workers' Compensation Law
Disability Discrimination under Federal and State Law
Publications
2014
2010
2006
The New York Employee Advocate
When Twelve Weeks is Not Enough: FMLA, ADA and NYCHRL
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
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Q&A
Do I need to be present for preliminary conference hearings for a divorce case?
27 Aug 2014
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Reside in NY but married a foreigner in Vegas. Annulment or Divorce? NY or Nevada?
08 Sep 2013
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Can an attorney obtain a subpoena to a persons text messages in the case of adultery?
18 Dec 2012