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The Warshawsky Law Firm provides sophisticated employment law representation to professionals, executives, hourly employees, and businesses, covering the full range of workplace issues and disputes. We primarily represent clients in the New York City metropolitan area, including Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties, but we handle cases throughout the State of New York. In 2023, our practice expanded to the State of Connecticut. We have handled cases in several other states on a pro hac vice basis
We handle all workplace issues, including wrongful termination, sexual harassment and hostile work environment, discrimination and retaliation, minimum wage and overtime rights, family and medical leave, employment contracts and non-compete agreements, and layoffs and severance agreements.
Our practice focuses primarily on federal court litigation, but we also handle cases in state courts, before government agencies, and at arbitration proceedings. Unlike many lawyers who have never seen the inside of a courtroom, we are true trial and appellate lawyers who have successfully represented clients in jury trials, bench trials, arbitrations, and appeals.
The founder and principal of the firm is Steven M. Warshawsky. In his career, Mr. Warshawsky has served as an Assistant United States Attorney, an associate at prestigious national law firms, and a law clerk to federal judges. He possesses outstanding academic and professional qualifications, strong written and oral advocacy skills, an exceptional work ethic, and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of lawyering.
Mr. Warshawsky has tried numerous cases to verdict in federal courts in New York and Washington, D.C. He has briefed and argued numerous appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals. He has represented Fortune 500 companies, chief executives, and senior government officials. He has litigated complex and cutting edge legal issues. His scholarly articles have been cited by courts in New York, California, and Texas, and by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.
Mr. Warshawsky brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and sound judgment to every case. Federal judges have described him as “a wonderful lawyer,” “an extremely skilled lawyer,” and “a distinguished member of the bar.” His clients have described him as “an amazing and talented attorney with integrity,” “a gifted litigator,” “not afraid to fight for the little guy,” and “a lawyer’s lawyer.”
Mr. Warshawsky is dedicated to providing superior client service. He personally manages every client’s case, including the initial consultation, investigation, discovery, depositions, expert witnesses, motions, hearings, trial, and appeal. Mr. Warshawsky works closely with clients to develop an effective legal strategy that meets each client’s objectives and budget.
At The Warshawsky Law Firm, our mission is to provide our clients with personalized, professional representation. We carefully evaluate each new matter and give an honest, realistic assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of every client’s case. Because we don’t want to waste anyone’s time and money, we only take cases that we believe in and are confident we can help achieve the client’s goals.
Professionalism. Integrity. Results.
Professionalism. Integrity. Results.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Employment and Labor
100%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-500 per hour
Contingency
10%-35%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Licenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 2 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 28 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Steven M. Warshawsky, Esq.
118 North Bedford Road, Suite 100, Mount Kisco, NY, 10549
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Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Competent, confident, knowledgeable, experienced and eloquent
Lawyers who are both competent and have integrity are rare to find. Steve is one who has both qualities, and proved to be more. In a time when governments and employers do not hesitate to violate employees' basic human rights, we need more attorneys like Steve. Steve is not afraid to go against th...
Posted by Mary | April 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Combines deep knowledge with genuine patience and precision
Took the time to understand my concerns, patiently answering every question—no matter how small—until I felt completely clear on the process. Whenever I needed extra reassurance, they happily scheduled additional meetings, walking me through each step in simple, straightforward language. Every doc...
Posted by David | February 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Unmatched Legal Excellence: My Experience with Steven Warshawsky
As a client, I cannot express enough how impressed I was with Steven Warshawsky. I was searching high and low for the right attorney, reading countless reviews and waiting for callbacks, but it wasn't until I stumbled upon Steven that I finally found the lawyer I was looking for. And I couldn't be ha...
Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excellent lawyer
Steven represented me on an employment related issue, and I found him to be smart, direct, and honest. He gave me excellent advice and helped me select the best options to pursue given my situation. Ultimately, he helped me reach a more than acceptable settlement. He knows the law and clearly is inte...
Posted by Dan | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights
A 5-Star Review
Mr. Warshawsky and I had a very good working relationship. He was very attentive and patient. I had a lot of questions and my case was quite complex. He took the time to make sure I understood every step along the way. He prepared me very well on what to expect, and there were no surprises. He wa...
Steven M. Warshawsky's Lawyer Endorsements
"When people refer to baseball players, sometimes they will say the truly greatest are "5-tool players." This means they hit well for both average and power, they run well, they have a great arm, and they play great defense. Steve, is a 5-tool lawyer. His courtroom advocacy and knowledge of the law is surpassed only by his ability to help his clients when they need a lawyer most. I strongly recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Steve is a wonderful attorney who combines superb knowledge of the law with the highest level of professionalism and outstanding litigation skills. He is very highly regarded by both his clients and other legal professionals. I was very privileged to work together with him. He is a true asset to the legal profession."
"There is no finer lawyer than Steven Warshawsky. My recommendation is based on an approximate 3 year litigation in the federal, labor, employment and civil rights areas when Steven was a former Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of New York and I represented a federal agency employee. His litigation and trial skills are on a par with the most seasoned senior litigation partners at established Wall Street law firms. If I required representation myself, my first call would be to Steven; that is the esteem I have for him."
David Schwartz
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Eugene Girin
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Tomasz Piotrowski
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Ira Newman
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1997
Magna Cum Laude, Georgetown University Law Center
1997
Order of the Coif, Georgetown University Law Center
1997
Dean's List, Georgetown University Law Center
1996
Dean's List, Georgetown University Law Center
1995
Dean's List, Georgetown University Law Center
1992
Outstanding Professional Promise Award, Vanderbilt University
1990
Cum Laude, Princeton University
1984
National Merit Scholar, National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Principal, Law Firm of Steven M. Warshawsky
2008 - 2012
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Brooklyn Law School
2004 - 2008
Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney's Office, EDNY
2002 - 2004
Associate, Paul Hastings Janofsky & Walker
2000 - 2002
Associate, Covington & Burling
1999 - 2000
Associate, Miles & Stockbridge
1998 - 1999
Law Clerk, Hon. Catherine C. Blake
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Hon. Paul V. Niemeyer
Associations
New York State Bar Association
Federal Bar Council
Education
1997
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D.
1992
Vanderbilt University
M. Ed.
1990
Princeton University
A.B.
Speaking Engagements
2014
Practicing Law Institute, Bridge-the-Gap, New York City
Effective Legal Writing
2014
Practicing Law Institute, Bridge-the-Gap, Brooklyn Law School (panel)
Employment Law Practice
2014
Lawyers Helping Animals Forum (panel), New York County Lawyers' Association
How To Set Up A New York Non-Profit Corporation
2013
Practicing Law Institute, Bridge-the-Gap, Brooklyn Law School (panel)
Employment Law Practice
2013
NYC Bar Association Panel
Law Firm Career Paths: A Broad Range of Possibilities
2013
Italian Americans and Discrimination in Higher Education Conference at St. John's University
Legal Principles and Analysis With Case Study
2013
Employment Law for the General Practitioner and Corporate Counselor, NYSBA CLE (panel)
Wage and Hour Laws
2012
Practicing Law Institute, Bridge-the-Gap, Brooklyn Law School (panel)
Employment Law Practice
2011
Practicing Law Institute, Bridge-the-Gap, Brooklyn Law School (panel)
Employment Law Practice
2011
Bellevue Hospital Center, Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship Program
Role of Forensic Psychiatric Experts in Employment Discrimination Cases
2010
Practicing Law Institute, Bridge-the-Gap, Brooklyn Law School (panel)
Employment Law Practice
2010
New York County Lawyers' Association, First Annual Business and Contract Law Institute
Hiring Up: Employees, Independent Contractors, and Labor Law Obligations
2010
Brooklyn Bar Association CLE (panel)
Employment Terminations from Employer and Employee Perspectives
2009
Brooklyn Bar Association CLE
Civil Discovery: Federal Court Basics
Publications
2004
2001
51 Catholic Univ. Law Review 191
Turning the Supremacy Clause on its Head: Bell Atlantic Maryland, Inc. v. Prince George's County
1999
2 Univ. of Pennsylvania Journal of Labor and Employment Law 303
Ellerth and Faragher: Towards Strict Employer Liability Under Title VII for Supervisory Sexual Harassment
1996
85 Georgetown Law Journal 191
Opposing Jury Nullification: Law, Policy, and Prosecutorial Strategy
Languages
English