Ray has been my attourney for over 50 years. He is responsive, thorough, and reasonably priced. He has always sought to resolve issues in the most cost effective way. I highly recommend him.
We handle all types of commercial litigation, including but not limited to breach of contract, shareholder and partner disputes, fraud, copyright and trademark infringement, libel, unfair competition, air and ocean freight cases, and many other types of cases
We set up corporations, LLC's, and other types of business entities, and prepare minutes, bylaws, stock records and other corporate documents. We also review and draft contracts, and handle and advise in negotiations, and file trademark applications.
WE REPRESENT SMALL COMPANIES, STARTUPS, AND BUSINESS PEOPLE, HELPING YOU TO SOLVE LEGAL PROBLEMSWE SET UP LLC'S, CORPORATIONS, DRAFT & NEGOTIATE CONTRACTS, ADVISE ON BUSINESS ISSUES, & LITIGATE
We practice law in New York City, but consider ourselves old fashioned lawyers, who think about the client first. The most important part of our job is listening to what a client has to say, and giving good advice. Lawyers representing high tech companies in the 21st century can adhere to old fashioned values, and that's what we are about. We work hard to find practical solutions, and to do it with integrity.
Our practice includes: commercial litigation, arbitration, negotiation, advice, business formation, business, entertainment, corporate, copyright, trademark, internet, libel, slander, privacy, publicity, First Amendment, air and ocean freight and logistics, and commercial judgment enforcement.
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Posted by Mark S | May 30, 2023
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Owner
He was easy to reach and responded to our concerns honestly and with expedience. He is clear, sincere and to the point. An attorney with a heart.
Posted by alan | December 2, 2022
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President
Ray has been my attourney for over 50 years. He is responsive, thorough, and reasonably priced. He has always sought to resolve issues in the most cost effective way. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Justyna | December 1, 2022
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Saved my case and me
I was a 50/50 co-owner with my ex, so after we divorced I searched for an attorney to find a way out of the business. My previous lawyer softly speaking lost my trust; I felt betrayed and devastated; I gave up and was desperate just to find a lawyer to close my lost case! Mr. Beckerman brought my case back to life! and with his friendly and understanding approach he saved also me; Absolutely recommended!!!
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Posted by anonymous | December 1, 2022
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Highly Recommended!
It was a pleasure working with Ray. He guided me with his sincerity and integrity throughout the whole process. That’s something hard to find in NYC. I felt confident even though it was my first litigation. I’m grateful for his exceptional professionalism and thoughtfulness.
Posted by Nadine | December 1, 2022
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Ray Beckerman is a superb attorney
I hired Ray Beckerman to handle a complicated case - a multimillion dollar defamation claim against me that my previous counsel had defaulted on - leading me into bankruptcy. Ray is brilliant and I was lucky to have found him. My situation seemed hopeless - but Ray was able to cut through years of fruitless litigation and thousands of documents generated by previous incompetent attorneys, and, miraculously turn my case around. He later generously used his connections to arrange to have one of the best law firms in America handle my appeal pro bono - and they, in collaboration with Ray, succeeded in getting the judgment against me tossed out on appeal. I owe a debt of gratitude to Ray Beckerman who has revived my faith in lawyers and in humanity. He's an excellent, highly respected lawyer who also happens to be a compassionate and decent human being. Ray is on the side of the angels - and any client would be lucky to have an attorney of his caliber on his or her side.
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Posted by Grace | November 30, 2022
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excellent service
As a small business, we don't have the expertise to efficiently go through lengthy legal documents. Ray helps explain the documents in terms I can easily understand. His assessments of cases and advice on how they should progress seem fair, reasonable and practical to implement. With the 2 cases we have ongoing under Ray's guidance, it really help to have someone like Ray on our side.
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Posted by Russell | November 30, 2022
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Vice President Scanwell Logistics
Ray Beckerman has represented our firm for many years lending legal advice and representing us in litigation. He is knowledgeable, forthright and very fair in his legal assessments and guidance. I have recommended Ray to other people based on his integrity.
Posted by KAWALJIT | November 30, 2022
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OWNER, HVAC COMPANY
We worked with Ray in the past on few occasions. He was excellent in the services he provided to us. He never disappointed us. Anyone looking for a quick and professional responses/services, Ray is to go with. Highly recommend.
Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Thanks you so much :) Greatly appreciated.
Posted by Wanda | November 30, 2022
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Director of Administration
We have used Mr. Beckerman's services on many occasions to collect on outstanding debt. He has been extremely successful in doing so. While he uses every resource he can, to complete the task, he doesn't string his client along just to bill hours. He is direct, honest and most importantly, extremely communicative in relaying his progress.
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Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Thank you Wanda, greatly appreciated. I am honored that your company has entrusted me with its representation.
Posted by Charles | November 30, 2022
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Chief Technology Officer
I have used Ray both in the capacity of my personal lawyer with regards to an LLC venture centering around software Intellectual Property and for our firm. Ray is tenacious , he will leave no stone unturned , he will make sure that there are no holes , and will go the extra mile to actually advise on strategy given his enormous years of experience. I without hesitation can enthusiastically recommend him.
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Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Thank you so much Charles, it is an honor to represent you.
Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2022
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Best lawyer
Very professional, very thoughtful, dedicated and knowledgeable.
Highly recommended!
Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words L.
Posted by Michael | November 30, 2022
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When you need someone who actually cares
Ray is the best -- thorough, diligent, hard working, careful, well prepared, insightful -- but most importantly he cares. Ray cares about his clients as people. That care is evident in every interaction. Ray cares about issues but its always people first. You cannot do better than to have Ray on your team. He has been my attorney for 27 years.
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Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Wow. I am so touched Michael. It has been a great honor to be your attorney these many years.
Posted by Clive | November 30, 2022
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A grumpy whizz
Intellectual Property case.
Just what I like in a lawyer: not prone to small talk, conscientious, persistent, and capable of grasping quickly the facts that were given to him. However strong you think your case is, you still need a strategy that lays out that strength of position and your opponent's weaknesses and/or lack of credibility.
I was particularly impressed by Mr. Beckerman's deposition technique: calm, patient (except with the opposing lawyer's prevarication) and in command of his facts. He also proved to be perfectly capable of setting traps as the terrain permitted, which demonstrated our opponents' lack of veracity.
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Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Wow, I am very honored by your kind words and thoughts :) It was a privilege to represent you.
Posted by Russ | November 30, 2022
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Ray has helped me with excellent legal advice for my business over the past decade. Notably, he successfully assisted me in defending our business name and reputation on more than one occasion. I highly recommend him. Don't hesitate to hire Ray for your legal needs.
Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Thank you so much Russ :) Honored to represent your company :)
Posted by ROBERT | November 30, 2022
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Senior staff
Worked with Ray for over 25 years , knowledge of business law up to date and will always direct you the correct path .
our corporate attorney for the past and present .
Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
Thank you Robert :) Very much appreciated
Posted by BRYAN | November 30, 2022
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Ray Beckerman saved my life for the complicate commercial litigation
Ray Beckerman is our savior. He took our commercial litigation, and he made it amazingly with another level of specialty. We really really appreciate his excellency with great aggressiveness. He is best of the best. All thanks to him.
Response from Ray BeckermanNovember 30, 2022
I am so honored Bryan. Thank you for entrusting me with your company's representation.
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2020
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Great contract related advice from Ray
Ray helped me understand what options I might have with a Statement of Work that I signed right before the COVID-19 issues started affecting client spending. Highly recommend speaking with Ray.
Posted by Loretta | July 27, 2018
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Review for Ray Beckerman
I used Mr Beckerman for a copyright case. He did a great job. Thank you so much. Model for professionalism. He is the best of the best.
Posted by Jim | February 7, 2017
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A fabulous attorney and a better person.
After doing a ton of research I decided to reach out to Ray Beckerman to discuss my legal issues. Ray was a top notch professional from the moment he answered the phone, providing me with clear guidance, instruction and past history in resolving similar conflict. He laid out the facts, explained his billing policy and provided me with comfort and assurance during a difficult time. Ray spent a considerable amount of time with me on a single phone call before I even decided to retain him as my attorney. He was readily available and answered any questions that arose during the entire process. In addition he kept me updated on every detail every step of the way. In the end I was overly happy with the final agreement. I walked away extremely pleased and Ray got himself another customer and friend! Thank you Ray.
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Posted by Benjamin | July 28, 2016
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Honesty, Integrity, Professionalism and Due Diligence!!!
I was very lucky to have Ray represented me recently in a case. His honesty, integrity, professionalism and expertise to be exceptional. Ray was upfront (very transparent about his service and very reasonable about fee structure)
Ray is kinda of “cut the crap” guy; he did’t waste time for the nonsense. He always did his due diligence and kept me informed with every step. Ray took my best interests in my case as first priority. I'm extremely happy with his service and 100% satisfied with the outcome of my case. I highly recommend Ray!!!
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Response from Ray BeckermanJuly 28, 2016
Thank you very much for your kind words Benjamin, and thank you for entrusting me with your representation.
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The Judges' Journal, Judicial Division of American Bar Association. Summer 2008 edition, Part 1 of The Judges Journals' 2-part series, "Access to Justice".
Nassau County Bar Association, Intellectual Property Law Committee, Luncheon
From VHR to DVR to Remote DVR to Internet. Digitalization has changed everything. Or has it? ABC v. Aereo and the copyright implications of internet streaming of broadcast television
2013
Fordham Law School, Center for Law & Information Policy Roundtable Breakfast
Trademark infringement Attorney | Oct 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He's a respected member of the legal community, and he takes the time to share his expertise. His answers on Avvo demonstrate his legal expertise in the areas he works."
Entertainment Attorney | Oct 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ray has a wealth of knowledge regarding entertainment law. You cannot go wrong with Ray at your side. He is highly regarded in the Entertainment law community of New York."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ray Beckerman is well respected by his colleagues and clients. His years of experience have made him in demand for public speaking engagements on legal topics. He is a lawyer who truly cares about your legal matter and who will work hard in representing you."
Copyright infringement Attorney | Jun 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've been a long-time follower of Ray's social media presence on copyright, particularly on twitter. He is a knowledgeable attorney, and certainly someone I would feel comfortable turning to for advice on copyright issues."
Communications and media Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Beckerman has been an active Avvo participant who gives consistently correct answers to Avvo askers which are also customized to their individual needs. These qualities make him a perfect option for potential clients."
Litigation Attorney | Jun 01
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Ray Beckerman is an experienced, knowledgeable and professional attorney, who is passionate about representing his clients. He also has pretty good taste in music!"
Internet Attorney | Dec 21
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Ray is a fantastic lawyer, brilliant role model and mensch. He has wonderful ethics. He is the rare attorney who teaches others that being a lawyer is so much more than skill - it's using your abilities to make a positive difference in society. I endorse this lawyer."