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Biography
Mitchell J. Birzon is the founding partner of Birzon, Strang & Associates.
Mr. Birzon is a graduate of Georgetown University and the New England School of Law. After serving as an attorney in the United States House of Representatives and as senior federal legal Counsel to a New York Governor in Washington, D.C., he returned to his native New York for the purpose of creating a private practice. Mr. Birzon practices in the areas of corporate, commercial, personal injury including clergy abuse, healthcare and transactional law including mergers and acquisitions and private equity financing opportunities for upstart and existing business enterprises and healthcare practices and facilities.
Historically, Mr. Birzon has served as a Board of Director of the Gurwin Geriatric Center, Long Island Adolescent and Family League Services, Syosset Senior Daycare Center, and Parent's for Megan's Law, a not-for-profit corporation located in Suffolk County. Curently he sits on the Board of Harbor Country Day School. Mr. Birzon has been Chairman of the Suffolk County Bar Association's Health and Hospital Law Committee for three separate calendar years, has been appointed to and has been a member of the Grievance Committee, and serves as counsel to other members of the legal profession. Mr. Birzon was awarded in both 2000 and 2009 the Award of Recognition by the Suffolk County Bar Association for his contribution of time, effort and exemplary service to the Pro Bono Project. The firm has adopted and maintains a policy whereby the partners of the firm remain dedicated to and participate in each and every aspect of each client's concerns.
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Licensed in New York for 41 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1985
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Location
Law Offices of Mitchell Jan Birzon
222 E. Main Street,, Suite 212, Smithtown, NY, 11787-2814
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Posted by vito | August 02, 2013 | Business
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Mitch is very knowledgeable, probably the best strategist I have ever encountered. I have dealt with over a dozen attorneys as it relates to my real estate and business investments. Once I met Mr. Birzon my search was truly over. He is extremely competent, knowledgeable, well staffed and treats my le...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mitchell Birzon's law practice is right down the hall from my law practice. In addition to seeing each other frequently due to our close proximity, I've also attended meetings with Mitchell. His participation in meetings, time after time, demonstrated to all participants that he knows his practice areas very well."
"Mr. Birzon demonstrates his expertise and vast knowledge in his answers to questions. HIs clients are lucky to have him represent them."
"Mitchell is a hardworking, thoughtful, and excellent advocate. Based on my experiences working with him, he is a consummate professional."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Although I regard him more for his litigating skills, Mitch has sound business judgment and excellent rapport with clients. I would gladly recommend Mitch Birzon's services (which I do all the time)."
"I endorse Attorney Birzon. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"
"If you think you may have been injured by a health care provider I'd highly recommend that you contact Mitch, get a copy of his book and get the "straight talk" about New York medical malpractice cases. Lots of lawyers run big time TV ads promising you the world. Mitch will tell you the truth about your claim. Give him a call first, even if its just to get his cool book. You will be happy that you did."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Super Lawyer, New York, Thomson Reuters
2012
Top Attorney, New York, National Registry
2012
Super Lawyer, New York, Thomson Reuters
2012
Top 1% Trial Counsel, Medical Malpractice Lawyer
2012
Super Lawyer, National Business Edition, Thomson Reuters
2011
Super Lawyer, New York, Thomson Reuters
2009
Pro Bono Attorney of the Month, Suffolk County Bar Association
2000
Pro Bono Attorney of the Month, Suffolk County Bar Association
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Senior Partner, The Birzon Law Group
1986 - 1990
Managing Partner, Mitchell J. Birzon
1984 - 1985
Associate, Zwerling & Marc, PC
1980 - 1983
Senior Federal Counsel, Governor Mario M. Cuomo
Associations
2013 - Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Grievance CommitteeMember
2013 - Present
Save-A-Pet New YorkCorporate Sponsor
2011 - Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Commerical and Corporate Law CommitteeMember
1986 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
New York Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
New York Bar Association Task Force on the Future of the Legal ProfessionMember
2008 - 2009
Suffolk County Bar Association, Health and Hospital Law CommitteeChair
2007 - 2008
Good Samaritan HospitalSupporter
2004 - 2005
Suffolk County Bar Association, Health and Hospital Law CommitteeChair
Sample of Legal Cases
D.D. vs. R.D., MD et al
Combined settlement in excess of $10 million
Education
1978
New England School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Georgetown University
BS
Speaking Engagements
2005
Pre-graduation Speech
Legal considerations for newly licensed physicians
2002
Pre-graduation Ceremnoy
Legal considerations for newly licensed physicians
N/A
Water Club, Manhattan
Energy conservation: initiatives and tax incentives
Publications
2013
Word Association Publishers
Our Best Guide to Your Personal Injury or Medical Malpractice Case
Languages
English
Activity
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Is it illegal for my employer to not provide water for my employees and I?
11 Nov 2018
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Can I sue for unjust enrichment?
06 Jan 2015
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Can a single plaintiff sue each of two defendants in separate lawsuits arising out of the same transaction or occurrence?
03 Nov 2014