Overall Rating
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
4.9 /5.0
27 Client Reviews
Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
PRO
Edgar N. Romano
Virtual Consultation Available
Free Consultation
About Edgar
Biography
Meet Edgar Romano, the distinguished Managing Partner at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP. With a wealth of experience, Attorney Romano specializes in handling workers' compensation cases. He earned his undergraduate degree with honors from Brandeis University and holds a Juris Doctorate degree from The John Marshall Law School. He is a seasoned litigator, adept at representing clients in workers' compensation claims, including those involving occupational exposure, asbestos, and industrial irritants. His expertise extends to educating labor unions and medical providers through extensive lectures.
A prominent figure in the legal community, Attorney Edgar Romano has held esteemed positions, including Past President of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group and Past President of the Society of New York Workers Compensation Bar Association. He is an active member of various professional organizations, such as the American Association for Justice, New York State Bar Association, New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Jewish Lawyer's Guild, and New York Committee for Occupational Safety & Health (NYCOSH).
Notably, Mr. Romano serves on the Advisory Committee of the World Trade Center Medical Monitoring Program at Mt. Sinai Hospital and on the Advisory Board of the I.J. Selikoff Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine. His accomplishments have earned him a place in "Who's Who in American Law."
Recognized for his exceptional contributions, Edgar became a Fellow of the College of Workers' Compensation in March 2015, an honor bestowed upon attorneys who excel in the field of workers' compensation. Consistently recognized for his excellence, he has been listed on the Super Lawyers roster since 2010, most recently in 2023, in the area of workers' compensation. Super Lawyers is a prestigious rating service that acknowledges outstanding lawyers through peer nominations, evaluations, and independent research. In addition to these accolades, Edgar's peers have included him in The Best Lawyers in America© for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs in the 28th and 29th Editions. Furthermore, he has been named one of the "Workers Compensation Notable People for 2008" by LexisNexis Workers Compensation Law Center.
With an impressive career marked by dedication and success, Mr. Romano continues to be a driving force in the field of workers' compensation and personal injury litigation.
With hundreds of years of combined experience in all types of claims, our attorneys know what it takes to win. Our 80 years of success speak for us. Siding with us means you're choosing the best in New York.
No fee, unless we win! We manage your entire Workers' Comp claim process, seamlessly integrating and pursuing your claims from start to settlement. You can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal complexities.
No fee, unless we win! The Personal Injury lawyers at Pasternack, Tilker, Ziegler, Walsh, Stanton & Romano LLP help the injured across the state of New York.
No fee, unless we win! The SSD lawyers at Pasternack, Tilker, Ziegler, Walsh, Stanton & Romano LLP help the injured and disabled across the state of New York.
Practice Areas
15
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
20%
Personal Injury
10%
Social Security & Disability
10%
Birth Injury
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2025
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 30 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
551 5th Avenue, Suite 520, New York, NY, 10176
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
666 Old Country Rd #605, Garden City, NY, 11530
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
120 State Street, Albany, NY, 12207
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
1775 Grand Concourse Suite 701, Bronx, NY, 10453
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
1 North Broadway, Suite 802, White Plains, NY, 10601
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
118-35 Queens Blvd, Suite 1725, Forest Hills, NY, 11375
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
2052 Flatbush Ave, Floor 1, Brooklyn, NY, 11234
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
180 Livingston Street, Suite 2, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
500 Express Dr S, Suite 100, Brentwood, NY, 11717
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
369 South Main Street, New City, NY, 10956
ptzwsr.lawfirms.com/workers-compensation-v2/Gallery
Edgar N. Romano's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jooel G | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My Social Security benefits
The experience and the explanation were very enlightening and very useful to me.
Posted by Adnan | February 6, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best in NYC
I have very good experience with this comp. I recommend them greatly. Helped me find good compesation doc and bring my case to positive outcome.
Posted by George | January 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesomeness
Great communication and overall excellent service so far. Hopefully we can win this and both parties be awesome from it.
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2026 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Good to talk to kind people.
I love to be greeted by my name, and to speak to kind people, I hope I continue to have great experience as they help me to get what I need
Posted by Orlando | January 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Benefits
Good for undertand all i need for compensation.step by step.im be prepared for a compensation
Edgar N. Romano's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
No Endorsement Data Available Yet
This attorney hasn't created any attorney endorsements recently on Avvo.
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
N. Michael Rucka Lifetime Achievement Award, Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG)
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Workers' Compensation Notable People for 2008, LexisNexis
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Senior Partner, Pasternack, Tilker, Ziegler, Walsh, Stanton & Romano
Associations
2003 - Present
Workers Injury Law and Advocacy GroupExecutive Committee
2000 - Present
Society of New York Workers Compensation Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2011 - 2012
American Association for JusticeChair Workers Compensation Section
2008 - 2009
Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy GroupPast President
Education
1995
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Brandeis University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
5th Annual Hot Topics in WCL
911 Claims: What you need to know about the World Trade Center Rescue, Recovery and or Clean Up Operations
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Italian
Chinese, Gan
Portuguese
Russian
Activity
Legal Answers