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  • New York, NY
  • Licensed for 28 years
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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. 

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Practice areas

Divorce and separationEmployment and laborDiscriminationTelecommunications
  1. Telecommunications: 40%

    Representation of wireless carriers in litigation relating to cell sites, particularly in connection with property damage claims.

    18 years, 117 cases

  2. Discrimination: 25%

    Zealous legal representation on behalf of employees who have been victimized by discrimination and wrongful termination. I have successfully obtained judgments and settlements against the world's largest corporations.

    27 years, 225 cases

  3. Employment and labor: 20%

    Representation of employees in individual and class action lawsuits involving claims for unpaid wages.

    18 years, 45 cases

  4. Divorce and separation: 15%

    Representation in all family law and divorce matters, including contested and uncontested divorce, prenuptial agreements, property settlement agreements, and domestic violence.

    27 years, 460 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish, Portuguese

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Rapaport Law Firm

One Penn Plaza
250 West 34th Street, Ste 2430
New York, NY, 10119

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    DCResigned199502/11/2021
    NYCurrently registered 199309/07/2021
    NJActive199209/12/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers17
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Super LawyersThomson Reuters2017
    Founders Day AwardNew York University1989
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Adjunct ProfessorNew York Institute of Technology2002 - 2004
    AttorneyRapaport Law Firm1995 - 2015
    AssociateWingate & Cullen1994 - 1995
    Staff AttorneyUnited States Dept. of Justice1993 - 1994
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Federal Communications Bar AssociationMember2014 - Present
    New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember2013 - Present
    American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember, Family Law Section2008 - Present
    National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)Member2002 - Present
    New York State Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
    Association of the Bar of the City of New YorkMember1995 - Present
    Putnam County Home Improvement BoardBoard Member2002 - 2003
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    TheLaw.tvWhat To Do If You’re The Victim Of Pregnancy Discrimination2014
    EzineQDRO Forms to Divide Pension Benefits in Divorce - "Shared Interest" Or "Separate Interest" Approach2010
    The New York Employee AdvocateWhen Twelve Weeks is Not Enough: FMLA, ADA and NYCHRL2006
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Georgetown University Law CenterJuris Doctor1992
    New York UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1989
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Telecommuting & The WorkplaceEmployment Law: Telecommuting2014
    What You Need to Know About the July 2007 Workers' Compensation LawDisability Discrimination under Federal and State Law2007
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    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, LLCTrial 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 14Decision 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
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    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 for a lawyer. Thank you, Mr. Rapaport.
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    Exceptional Lawyer and Human

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    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 help and the settlement between me and my ex-husband. Thank you, Marc! I cannot recommend him enough!
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    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 character is beyond reproach. I would, and have, highly recommended him for legal services.

    Choosing the best lawyer

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    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.

    Hard working and very knowledgeable.

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    I retained Marc to represent me in a case against my former employer. He achieved a really great settlement for me. I was pleased with his attention to my concerns.

    I am grateful to Mr. Rapaport

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    Mr. Rapaport has represented me for the past year in my divorce. He is the second attorney that has represented me. Marc's attention to detail and responsiveness has helped me in my case. I am grateful for how hard he has worked on my behalf. From our initial contact, he has been responsive to my emails and phone calls. He keeps me informed of all developments, and has ably represented me in court. When we had to deal with an emergency issue, he was willing to meet with me to prepare court papers on short notice over the weekend. Although my case continues, I am now comfortable that I am in good hands.

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    Nataliya Gavlin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience.

    Meredith Miller, Litigation Attorney on Nov 16, 2014
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    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.

    Roger Barton, Litigation Attorney on Nov 6, 2014
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    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.

    F. Mcloughlin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 10, 2012
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    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.

    Brian Mittman, Discrimination Attorney on Nov 16, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    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.

    Michael Mahoney, Discrimination Attorney on Nov 12, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    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.