G. Alexander Novak

G. Alexander Novak

also known as Alexander Novak

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 45 years

White collar crime Lawyer at Cedarhurst, NY
Practice Areas: White Collar Crime, Litigation, Contracts & Agreements, Arbitration

483 Chestnut St, Cedarhurst, NY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1992
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About G.

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

White Collar Crime 40%

Represented cooperating witness in largest insider trading case in history and got him complete immunity, obtained acquittals of two doctors for medical insurance fraud; obtained non-incarceration sentences for social worker accused of medicaid fraud. Note that past history is no guarantee of future results. Every outcome turns on unique facts.

36 years | 20 cases

40%
Litigation 30%

From major like $3.3 million recovery against Lehmann Brothers to insuring adequate access to a back yards using adverse possession we seen a lot in 30 years. We have represented large companies, wealthy individuals and other folks who were being unfairly pushed around. Happy to listen to your problem and give you advice. Note that past history is no guarantee of future results.

41 years | 350 cases

30%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

We do a lot of high tech and brick and mortar contract law. Being Cedarhurst, we have a lot of kosher food clients who have expanded their territory throughout New York and New Jersey. Many of these clients have been with the firm for years.

200 cases

20%
Arbitration 10%

Look, I do not like arbitration. I don't recommend putting it in contracts. That said I have personally handle over 150 arbitrations at NASD, NYSE, JAMS, AAA and Beth Din. Not only do you have to win in arbitration but you must go to court in one year and get the court affirm the award. Not necessarily as easy as it sounds, but we have won, lost some and taken those on appeal and won again.Note that past history is no guarantee of future results.

31 years | 150 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 45 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1980

Currently Registered

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1992

Location

Novak Juhase & Stern LLP

483 Chestnut St, Cedarhurst, NY, 11516-2019

Novak Juhase & Stern LLP

200 Sheffield Street, Suite 205, Mountainside, NJ, 07092

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G. Alexander Novak's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Igor | April 23, 2015

Attorney review

Mr. Novak patiently listened to my concerns and devised strategy based on my goals. He was very mindful of my limited budget and devised a strategy that worked best for me.

Posted by Sarah | April 15, 2015

Known him for many years, great lawyer

Great advice, great lawyer. Knows many areas of the law, takes time to listen to your problems, would hire him again for any problems.

Posted by Dexter | March 28, 2015

A very approachable lawyer that provides excellent advise

Mr. Alexander Novac gave me the best professional advise I needed, that gave me peace of mind with my current personal problems. I would highly recommend him to my friends and peers.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2015

A doctor who was acquitted

I was arrested for medical insurance fraud Alex was totally devoted to my iinnocence. He hired the best expert witness and blew out the DA's and all charges were dropped. Afterwards we ate steaks and got drunk together. A great lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2015

An excellent lawyer to have as council

Alexander has represented me and I found him professional, knowledgable, and easy to work with. Highly recommended especially if you need a trial lawyer.

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G. Alexander Novak's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hui Zeng

Litigation lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Novak is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."

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Benjamin Thompson

Unknown lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Alex was efficient, communicative, and cooperative while advancing his clients' interests. I hope to work with him again in the future."

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Orlee Fishkin

Litigation lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Novak is an excellent attorney. His vast experience and zealous advocacy of his clients is an inspiration to all attorneys."

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Paul Mernick

Litigation lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As an attorney focusing on real estate and other transactional matters, at times I need to refer a litigation attorney to my clients; that role is often filled by Alexander Novak, Esq. Alex represents his clients zealously and I can rest assured that he has my clients’ best interests in mind. His “bed-side manner” puts my clients at ease, and his experience and willingness to go the extra mile, has yielded very favorable results. I look forward to continue working with Alex in the future."

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Kim Juhase

White collar crime lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Thompson

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Igor Meystelman

Debt settlement lawyer

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Paul Mernick

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Paul Sod

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1992.

Suspension issued in NY, 1992

updated on 06/26/2017

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

1979

Magna Cum Laude, Brooklyn Law School

1977

American Jurispuden Award, Brooklyn Law School

1976

Graduated with Hghest Distinction, University of North Carolina

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Novak Juhase & Stern, LLP

1984 - 1988

Associate, Salon Marrow Dyckman

1982 - 1984

Associate, Proskauer Rose LLP

1980 - 1982

Associate, Loeff & Van der Ploeg

Associations

Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association

Member

1996 - 2003

Supreme Court of New York

SCAR Hearing Officer

1992 - 2012

Nassau County District Court

Court Appointed Arbitrator

Sample of Legal Cases

Barkan v Lehmann Bros

Full confirmation in Federal District Court

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Education

1980

University of Austria at Salzburg

MA - Masters

1979

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of North Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts,

Speaking Engagements

2015

Madison Title Company

Mortgage Contingency Clause in Litigation

2014

Chase Abstract

Mortgage Contingency Clause in Litigation

Publications

2014

National Academy of Continuing Legal Education Mortgage Contingency Clauses - Litigation

1999

New York Law Journal Guardianships

Languages

Yiddish

Activity

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