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Stuart L Melnick
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Biography
During the course of his professional career, Mr. Melnick has prosecuted and defended against hundreds of civil and commercial disputes, and has extensive experience litigating claims of breach of contract, negligence, fraud, securities fraud, defamation/libel, employment discrimination and lender liability. He also has prosecuted and defended against numerous actions alleging copyright and/or trademark infringement, unfair competition, RICO violations, and violations of the First, Fourth, Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution.
Mr Melnick has additional experience prosecuting and defending against claims made and/or actions commenced before the SEC and FINRA. He has further experience representing clients in connection with a variety of real estate, matrimonial and criminal matters. An accomplished appellate advocate, Mr. Melnick also has briefed and argued numerous appeals, both in state and federal court.
Apart from his considerable litigation experience, Mr. Melnick has substantial transactional experience, having represented both public and private companies in connection with dozens of commercial/business and securities transactions. A forceful and effective negotiator, Mr. Melnick also has negotiated agreements and/or contracts of all kinds, including, merger/acquisition, financing, stock purchase, asset purchase, real estate, employment, pre- and post-nuptial, separation, marital dissolution, partnership, brokerage, distribution, royalty and leasing agreements.
Top tier, aggressive and affordable legal representation.
Top tier, aggressive and affordable legal representation.
Top tier, aggressive and affordable legal representation.
Top tier, aggressive and affordable legal representation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
45%
38 years | 800 cases
Business
20%
38 years | 350 cases
Contracts and Agreements
20%
38 years | 290 cases
Securities and Investment Fraud
8%
38 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Awards
2019
Licenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 37 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 37 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices Stuart L. Melnick LLC
(212) 697-0877
Fax
(844) 615-4481
Mobile
60 E 42nd St, Suite 4600, New York, NY, 10165
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(844) 615-4481
Mobile
777 West Putnam Avenue, Suite 300, Greenwich, CT, 06830
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Stuart L Melnick's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 25 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Martin | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable, focused and looking for solutions...
It was a pleasure to deal with this lawyer, who had profound knowledge and focused on the issues at hand. As opposed to many lawyers who seemingly only find problems he found solutions to move the case forward.
Posted by David | October 29, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
15-minute Consultation
--starting a small business --employee vs. independent contractor --contracts/written agreements --investors and income Stuart answered my questions about starting my own small business in 15 minutes. He was friendly and helpful, and spoke plainly. I understood what he was saying the whole thro...
Posted by Allen | October 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
5 star!!
Got the result I was looking for. Very reasonable and did what he said was going to do. would recommend!
Posted by Stan | December 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer
Great experience, Mr Melnick dives deep into all the details and can find something small but super important for you.
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney
Stuart was hired for assistance with a complex matter. He was very professional, timely, and aggressive in his pursuit. He was transparent and communicative which was much appreciated. He was also thoughtful and caring around the sensitive nature of the matter. Overall Stuart did a great job and woul...
Stuart L Melnick's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"In all my contacts with Stuart he has always exhibited not only a high degree of knowledge and professionalism, but a sense of humor and good nature that betray his generosity and make every experience with him a pleasure as well."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stuart is an experienced, hard working litigator who knows what he's doing."
Christopher Weiss
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Jan 30
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Stuart has been working long and hard in a securities fraud matter on behalf of a group of defrauded investors. His tenacity, skill and dedication are unparalleled. His logic and writing are excellent. You could not go wrong using Stuart."
"Stuart is a consummate professional and a skilled and talented attorney. He recognizes that vigorous representation does not require contentious and unnecessary stridency and works towards achieving realistic solutions for his clients. An excellent lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2017
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top Lawyers in New York, The Legal Networkl
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyers in New York, The Legal Network
2015
Top Lawyers in New York, The Legal Network
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2014
Top Lawyers in New York, The Legal Network
2014
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2013
Top Lawyers in New York, The Legal Network
2010
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2005
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1987
Temple Law Alumni/ae Moot Court Award, Temple University School of Law
1986
Medal for Excellence in Advocacy, American College of Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Managing Member, Law Offices Stuart L. Melnick, LLC
1996 - 2002
Of Counsel, Tanner Propp, LLP
1991 - 1994
Associate, Pryor Cashman LLP
1989 - 1991
Associate, Proskauer Rose LLP
1987 - 1989
Associate, Phillips Nizer, LLP
Associations
1988 - Present
Association of the Bar of New York CityMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Official Comittee of Unsecured Creditors v. R.F. Lafferty & Co., Inc., et al. 267 F.3d 373 (3rd Cir. 2001)
Prevailed
Education
1987
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Trinity College
MA - Masters
Speaking Engagements
2019
The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
FINRA's Proposed Sweeping Changes to Corporate Financing Rule: What You Must Know
Languages
Spanish
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides