The most important thing in the world to me is my family. The second most important thing is my law firm and our clients.
I work crazy hours, and am thinking about my cases virtually 24/7. My pet peeve is people who do not respond to phone calls or messages so I never go to sleep without returning every e-mail or call received.
I definitely think outside the box, and I embrace modern technology to receive the best possible results for my clients at the best possible cost.
I specialize in Medical Malpractice and Trademark litigation. This is an unusual combination- I doubt there are more than a handful of attorneys in NY who specialize in these two areas. What they have in common is that require the ability to cut through the haze of complex litigation to achieve results.
I always try the path of least resistance first. But when I have to be, I aggressively advocate for my clients.
Practice areas
I spent the first 11 years of my career defending medical malpractice cases, before switching to representing plaintiffs. During my time on the defense side, I developed close relationships with risk managers, insurance adjusters, defense attorneys and judges. I also learned how to destroy a Plaintiff's case. Now I represent Plaintiffs, and ensure my clients do not fall into these traps. Our firm does not get paid until you get paid, so I do everything in my power to get my clients paid ASAP.
21 years, 250 cases
I spent the first 11 years of my career defending personal injury cases, before switching to representing plaintiffs. During my time on the defense side, I developed close relationships with risk managers, insurance adjusters, defense attorneys and judges. I also learned how to destroy a Plaintiff's case. Now I represent Plaintiffs, and ensure my clients do not fall into these traps. Our firm does not get paid until you get paid, so I do everything in my power to get my clients paid ASAP.
21 years, 250 cases
I represent both Defendants and Plaintiffs in many high profile trademark litigation cases that have resulted in numerous reported decisions in my favor.
10 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Hebrew, French
Lazar Grunsfeld Elnadav LLP
1795 Coney Island Avenue
2nd Floor
Brooklyn, NY, 11230
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday | 2003 | 02/24/2022 |
Legal answers | 20 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Super Lawyer | New York Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Super Lawyer | New York Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | New York Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | New York Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Lazar Grunsfeld Elnadav LLP | 2012 - Present |
Associate | London Fischer, LLP | 2010 - 2012 |
Associate | Biedermann, Reif, Hoenig & Ruff, PC | 2008 - 2010 |
Associate | Martin Clearwater & Bell, LLC | 2004 - 2008 |
Associate | Law Office Of Todd J. Krouner | 2003 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New York State Trial Lawyers Association Medical Malpractice | Committee Member | 2013 - 2016 |
New York State Bar Association | Member | 2003 - 2005 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Smarter Review | The MBE Made Easy: Everything You Need to Pass the Multistate Bar Examination | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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King's College London, Dickson Poon School of Law | LL.B - Bachelor of Laws | 2001 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Ann Arbor T-Shirt Co., LLC v. Lifeguard Licensing Corp., 2016 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 45641 | Case Dismissed. |
Pfeifer v Groisman, 123 A.D.3d 684 | Summary Judgment in favor of client |
UTC FIRE & SEC. AMERICAS CORP. v. NCS POWER | Defeated motion for Summary Judgment |
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Timothy Henkel, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Oct 4, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Gerry both as a co-counsel as well as a top tier litigator who would be a trustworthy counsel for any business client. I worked cooperatively with Gerry on a matter for one of his clients. Gerry was a strong advocate for his client's position, was always cost conscious, and extremely easy to work with as a colleague. I welcome the opportunity to work with him in the future and recommend him.
Jordan Rutsky, Litigation Attorney on May 5, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I first met Mr. Grunsfeld as an adversary, and I was impressed by his ability to represent his clients zealously and intelligently.
Timothy Henkel, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Oct 4, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Gerry both as a co-counsel as well as a top tier litigator who would be a trustworthy counsel for any business client. I worked cooperatively with Gerry on a matter for one of his clients. Gerry was a strong advocate for his client's position, was always cost conscious, and extremely easy to work with as a colleague. I welcome the opportunity to work with him in the future and recommend him.
Jordan Rutsky, Litigation Attorney on May 5, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I first met Mr. Grunsfeld as an adversary, and I was impressed by his ability to represent his clients zealously and intelligently.
Sheehan Gobin, Medical malpractice Attorney on Sep 7, 2015
Relationship: Friend
I endorse Gerry. He is a very skilled and dedicated attorney.
Serge Petroff, Medical malpractice Attorney on Feb 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have had an opportunity to observe Gerald in court. I was highly impressed by the depth of the legal argument, presentation of the matter to the Judge and overall court presence. Unquestionably, Gerald is an asset to have in your corner.
Alan Sasson, Litigation Attorney on Dec 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Gerry is a very smart and innovative lawyer. He is results oriented and works extremely hard representing his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Gerry with any litigation matter.
Ron Lazar, Litigation Attorney on Dec 20, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Mr. Grunsfeld is a bright, articulate detail oriented attorney. Mr. Grunsfeld' takes the time to focus and dedicate all his effort into studying all facets of the matters he is engaged to undertake. Mr. Grunsfeld dedicates the required time and effort to the details of each file and utilizes his keen sense of awareness as to the strenghts and weakneses of a file so as to best maximize his Clients potential on each matter. The effort Mr. Grunsfled expends into working each file are bar none. Mr.Grunsfeld's dedication to the needs of his Clients and his passion to zelously represent and protect their interests surpass expections on a regular basis. I highly recommend Mr. Grunsfled for the Client who is interestd in a 100% success rate on his/her file.
Elliot Elo, Medical malpractice Attorney on Dec 20, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Grunsfeld is an outstanding lawyer. He covers all his bases and is very thorough in all that he does. His knowledge and ability to strategically analyze his client's cases, is second to none. I very highly recommend Mr. Grunsfeld's services.