 Eduard is a business litigator whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, Chapter 11 bankruptcy litigation, and real estate litigation in state and federal courts.

Of Counsel

Eduard Kushmakov

Meet Eduard Kushmakov, a pivotal member of Jacobs P.C. His legal acumen and proactive approach enhance our exceptional client services.

Eduard Kushmakov | Professional Legal Expert at Jacobs P.C.

Eduard Kushmakov is associate attorney at Jacobs, P.C.


Eduard also handles white-collar criminal matters on behalf of firm clients and their directors and officers, including administrative violations. 

 Eduard finds creative solutions to challenging problems for his clients.  Focused and tenacious, he has obtained key dismissals of complex multi-part claims seeking millions of dollars in purported damages against his clients. He has secured dismissal of numerous matters prior to trial.

Eduard has extensive experience drafting and arguing motions and appeals, conducting and defending depositions, formulating litigation strategies, and counseling clients throughout all phases of litigation. Eduard graduated from New York Law School’s Two Year Honor’s Program, was on the Dean’s List, and a member of the Trial Competition Team, Litigation Clinic, and Patent Clinic. His efforts rarely stop in the trial court. Eduard is fearless in pursuing his clients’ goals, personally drafting and arguing appeals from favorable lower court judgments and ensuring denial of further leave to appeal in many cases. He has extensive experience drafting and arguing motions and appeals, conducting and defending depositions, formulating litigation strategies, and counseling clients in all phases of litigation.

Eduard's core competencies: Commercial Litigation, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Real Estate Litigation, and Criminal Defense in state and federal courts.

 Prior to joining the firm, Eduard practiced at several respected New York City law firms, where he defended physicians, dentists, hospitals, real estate developers, construction companies, and individuals in complex litigation involving catastrophic injury, fraud, defamation, and other related actions.

Interesting Fact: Eduard was once an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). He played a critical role in the 2012 Hurricane Sandy evacuation and relief efforts.

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Eduard graduated from New York Law School’s Two Year Honor’s Program, was on the Dean’s List, and a member of the Trial Competition Team, Litigation Clinic, and Patent Clinic.
Admissions: United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York; United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York; United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York; United States District Court for the Southern District of New York; United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (pending)
Education: New York Law School, J.D., Honors Program Graduate; Hunter College, B.A., Psychology

Lew is a commercial litigator with more than 45 years of experience in prosecuting and defending actions involving complex business, RICO, corporate, contract, securities fraud, employment, entertainment, and real estate disputes.

Lewis S. Fischbein

Meet Lewis Fischbein, a skilled commercial litigator with 45+ years in handling business, corporate and real estate disputes at Jacobs P.C.

Lewis Fischbein | Top Commercial Litigator | Jacobs PC

Lew handles all phases of litigation from initial investigation to final resolution, including case strategy, pleadings, motion practice, briefing, preparation of witnesses and expert witnesses, depositions, electronic and paper discovery, jury selection, direct and cross examination of witnesses in court and arbitration hearings, post-trial and post-hearing submissions, and appeals.

Lew was a partner for more than 10 years in the prominent New York boutique litigation firm Coblence & Warner (now Warner Partners), whose clients included the Andy Warhol Estate, the New York Yankees, Yves St. Laurent, Patricia Duff, Princess Yasmin Aga Khan, Bill Fugazy, Joseph Jett, and diet Dr. Stuart Berger.

Lew was a key member of the Coblence & Warner defense team that secured (i) the dismissal of claims by venerable Wall Street securities firm Kidder, Peabody & Co. against Joseph Jett in an arbitration in which Kidder sought $83 million in damages for Mr. Jett’s government bond trading activities at the firm, and (ii) the return of $5.7 million which Kidder had frozen in his cash management account.  At the time, the Jett – Kidder bond trading episode was the biggest Wall Street scandal ever, and Kidder subsequently ceased to exist as a result.

Lew's core competencies: Prosecuting and Defending Litigation or Arbitration Matters Concerning Complex Business, RICO, Corporate, Contract, Securities Fraud, Employment, Entertainment, and Real Estate Disputes.

Lew has had some 25 reported decisions in state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate levels.  His cases have involved up to $480 million in dispute, and his significant settlements have been upwards of $31 million.  He has handled or participated in a number of arbitrations before FINRA and the AAA, and has handled a number of mediations before JAMS and court-appointed mediators.

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Lew received his J.D. from New York University School of Law and his B.A. from Columbia University, where he was an English major, Bodman Scholar and on the Dean’s List at Columbia College.

Lew's admissions: New York State, District of Columbia, United States District Court, Southern District of New York, and United States District Court, Eastern District of New York.

Keziah is our esteemed Legal Administrator and Legal Secretary. She has a considerable background in accounting as well as strong experience in customer service and hospitality allowing for an adaptive and dynamic work style. She ensures our calendar, events, and office are in check for a free-flowing efficient environment.

Executive Assistant

Keziah Akishkin

Discover Keziah Akishkin, our efficient legal administrator at Jacobs P.C. Her expertise in accounting and customer service ensures a smooth office environment.

Keziah Akishkin | Legal Administrator at Jacobs P.C.

Keziah manages meetings and docketing, including all court dates and appearances on behalf of the firm. She drafts documents and license applications for clients, interfaces with court staff, and makes e-filings with the courts. She also leverages her accounting background in support of the firm.

 Keziah has extensive experience in client-facing roles and serves as a frequent point-of-contact for new clients. For clients most comfortable communicating in Russian, she often serves as a trusted translator.  

 Keziah loves underground music and exploring venues across New York city. She previously served as the on-air DJ for a community radio show in California.

Keziah's core competencies: Business Administration, Paralegal, and Office Coordinator. 

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Interesting Fact: Keziah has excellent organization skills ensuring our calendars, events, and office are in check for a free-flowing efficient environment.

Core Competencies: commercial litigation, bankruptcy, business administration, accounting, paralegal skills, cross-cultural communication, and Russian (native)

Education: Sierra College, A.S., Accounting

Senior Paralegal

David Leifer

Learn about David Leifer, a valuable member of Jacobs PC. He is dedicated to providing quality service in all client interactions.

David Leifer | Senior Paralegal

David is the senior paralegal at Jacobs, P.C.


David has 25 years of experience as a litigation and bankruptcy paralegal, in both New York and San Francisco. He has worked on numerous high-profile, complex securities class action litigations, including In re IPO Securities Litigation, In re Prudential Securities Inc. Ltd. Partnership Litigation, and In re Petrobras Securities Litigation, along with various other matters involving securities fraud, consumer privacy, sovereign debt default, product liability, antitrust, and corporate malfeasance. He has extensive experience with legal research, case settlement and administration, and appellate practice in both federal and state courts.

Commercial Litigation Attorney

Hiring - Senior Associate

Commercial Litigation Attorney Open Position.

A Boutique Manhattan law firm specializing in high-end commercial litigation and business bankruptcy seeks a dedicated and talented Senior Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join our dynamic team.


Our dedication to client satisfaction, meticulous attention to detail, and commitment to providing customized legal solutions define our firm's values.

Position: We invite an experienced and diligent Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney with eight or more years of relevant experience to become a vital member of our team, leading and mentoring junior attorneys while playing a crucial role in managing complex, high-value cases.

Oversee and prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs

Perform comprehensive legal research and analysis

Formulate and execute litigation strategies and case management plans

Engage in clear and effective communication with clients and opposing counsel

Attend and lead depositions, hearings, and trials as required

Uphold high standards of professionalism and dedication to our clients

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

8+ years of experience in commercial litigation with references

Admission to the New York Federal Court(EDNY/SDNY)

Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal abilities

Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team setting

Salary: $175,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

commercial litigation: 10 years (Required)

Join our team to contribute your expertise in commercial litigation and grow alongside passionate legal professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional client experiences.

Paralegal

Tiffany Wright

Learn about Tiffany Wright, a valuable member of Jacobs PC. She is dedicated to providing quality service in all client interactions.

Tiffany Wright | Paralegal

Tiffany joined the Bankruptcy Group of Jacobs P.C. as a paralegal.


Tiffany is  a value-driven paralegal with experience successfully supporting and  managing the caseloads of multiple attorneys.  Her skills include  adeptly navigating the management of client deadlines, communication  among parties, scheduling and document filings in federal and state  courts. Tiffany  is well-versed with trial preparation and  created trial exhibits,  trial notebooks, binders and more.  She is also adept at assisting with  legal research utilizing Pacer, Westlaw and other tools as needed.

Counsel

Robert M. Sasloff

Robert M. Sasloff is Counsel to the Firm's Bankruptcy & Corporate  Restructuring Practice. This practice focuses primarily on debtor and  creditors' rights, in bankruptcy and in out-of-court settlements.   Robert has been practicing since 1990.


Robert has advised clients on a wide range of matters including but not  limited to (1) Chapter 11 reorganizations; (2) Chapter 7 liquidations;  (3) representing landlords and dealing leases and other forms of  executory contracts in all bankruptcy cases; (4) restructuring of  obligations; (5) the purchase and/or sale of  distressed businesses/property in Chapter 11; (6) litigation on both  preferences and/or fraudulent conveyances in bankruptcy; (7)  representing secured creditors, vendors, committees, and interest  holders to adequately protect their interest in bankruptcy cases, as  well as represented panel trustees in Chapter 7 cases; (8) general  counsel to financially distressed parties to formulate strategies; (9)  out of court workouts; (10) represented companies in collection matters,  UCC sales, and other enforcement proceedings; and (11) has provided  general counsel, advise, relying upon his business reorganization  expertise to counsel clients in the operation of their businesses.

Robert's clients include mostly private mid-market companies, some public entities and well as creditors committee in Chapter 11 cases.  
In Robert's years of practice, he has helped shepard numerous companies through Chapter 11 and confirmed many plans of reorganization that either restructured, sold, or refinanced obligations including in recent years Dupont Developers before Judge Lord, 6525 Belcrest before Judge Wiles, and the Phoenix Rises before Judge Stong.

Linda DiLorenzo

Linda DiLorenzo is our firm’s CFO; she holds a CPA license in both New York and New Jersey.


Linda has over 40 years of experience in the accounting industry and a 1978 graduate of SUNY-Albany’s School of Business. She joined Price Waterhouse and Co., in NYC in 1978 before joining Pan American World airways in 1980. She held various positions at Pan Am and stayed with them through 1996 to assist in the bankruptcy process. After consulting for KLM Royal Dutch airlines and Liberty Helicopters she moved into the law firm arena in 1998. She was the Controller/CFO at Trenk, DiPasquale, Della Fera & Sodono, PC, in New Jersey through February 2015. Their practice was heavily focused on Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation. She then joined Teitler & Teitler, LLP a boutique law firm in NYC which provided counseling to high-net-worth clients in navigating disputes, crisis management, as well as trust and estate matters. Linda then joined SurePoint Technologies in 2019. SurePoint is the leading provider of award-winning software that improves workflow and maximizes financial performance and profitability for law firms. As a relationship manager she supported over 70 law firms and as a solutions engineer she was responsible for installation, training and problem solving for the firm.

In her spare time Linda enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. She truly enjoys her summers at the Jersey shore. She as volunteered over the years in both local and state politics and has held many positions as the treasurer for local campaigns and school PTA’s. She is presently a board member of her condo association where she resides with her husband in West Orange, New Jersey.

Adam Sherman is a managing associate attorney at Jacobs, P.C. Adam’s principal practice areas are as follows: real estate and partnership disputes, commercial litigation, landlord/tenant actions, and labor and employment disputes.

Managing Associate

Adam Sherman

Learn about Adam Sherman at Jacobs P.C., a proficient managing associate attorney focusing on real estate & partnership disputes, commercial litigation, and more.

Adam Sherman | Managing Associate Attorney | Jacobs P.C.

Prior to joining Jacobs PC, Adam was counsel at boutique litigation firm Catafago Fini LLP, in midtown Manhattan. At Catafago Fini LLP, Adam represented clients across a wide range of practice areas, including but not limited to real estate and partnership disputes, commercial litigation, landlord/tenant actions, labor and employment disputes (including defending class action lawsuits), professional malpractice, securities fraud class actions, defamation, and commercial transactions.

Adam's core competencies: Real Estate Disputes, Partnership Disputes, Commercial Litigation, Landlord/Tenant Actions, Labor and Employment Disputes & Class Action, Professional Malpractice, Securities Fraud Class Actions, Defamation and Commercial Transactions.

Interesting Fact: Adam achieved an expert Chess rating of over 1800

Office Manager

Stefany Arteaga

Learn about Stefany Arteaga, a valuable member of Jacobs PC. She is dedicated to providing quality service in all client interactions.

Stefany Arteaga | Office Manager at Jacobs P.C.

Stefany Arteaga is the office manager at Jacobs, P.C.


Stefany has over 9 years of experience with excellent organization skills, accounts receivable / collection, and sales. Expert listening and negotiating skills. A goal-oriented bilingual individual with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.Stefany manages the day-to-day activities of the firm, including case assignment, accounting, implementing policies and procedures, billing, and much more.  

 Stefany provides immense value to clients when they are facing debt collection, bankruptcy, and commercial litigation and even immigration issues. As she is bilingual in English and Spanish, she also serves as a trusted translator for clients who are most comfortable communicating in the Spanish language. Stefany is passionate about communicating effectively and empathically across cultural lines to assist clients and is most fulfilled when she sees clients or coworkers succeed. Her favorite aspect of Jacobs P.C. is that everyone works as a team.

 Prior to Jacobs, P.C., Stefany worked for a large immigration law firm, developing her analytical and project management skills through client service and a host of other responsibilities across multiple locations and with dozens of attorneys and staff. In total, she has more than nine years of experience in administration and office management.

Stefany's core competencies: Business Administration, Pre-Litigation Paralegal Specialist, Accounting Coordinator, Immigration Consultant, and Debt Collection Advisor. 

Interesting Fact: Stefany is a quick study and an expert listener who puts people at ease. She enjoys learning from about people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Stefany has expert listening and negotiating skills. A goal-oriented bilingual individual with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Core Competencies: commercial litigation, bankruptcy, negotiation, business administration, paralegal skills, accounting, immigration, debt collection, cross-cultural communication, and Spanish (native)
Education: Kaplan University, B.A., Business Administration

 Aaron Slavutin is a business litigator whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and bankruptcy litigation under Chapter 11.  

Associate

Aaron Slavutin

Discover Aaron Slavutin, a dedicated business litigator specializing in complex commercial and Chapter 11 bankruptcy litigation at Jacobs P.C.

Meet Aaron Slavutin | Expert Business Litigator | Jacobs P.C.

Aaron  has experience representing debtors and other entities in out-of-court restructurings, Chapter 11 proceedings, and post-bankruptcy litigation. Aaron also has experience in cross-border insolvencies and Securities Investor Protection Act (SIPA) liquidations across a range of industries, including chemical, energy, and financial services.

 Prior to joining Jacobs, P.C., Aaron worked in the New York offices of several international law firms in their bankruptcy and restructuring groups. There, he gained both debtor and creditor experience that has proven invaluable for his current Chapter 11 clients. He also clerked for the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York and has experience serving as a certified financial advisor.

 Core Competencies: corporate reorganization, bankruptcy litigation, and business litigation

Aaron's core competencies: Corporate Reorganization, Bankruptcy Litigation, and Business Litigation.

About Aaron: Aaron was briefly the host of a television game show called “When East Meet West” in Tianjin, China. 
Aaron's admissions: Southern District of New York, Southern District of New York Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York, and Eastern District of New York Bankruptcy Court.
Education: New York University School of Law, J.D.; Wesleyan University, B.A., College of Social Studies, cum laude

Leo Jacobs is a commercial litigation and bankruptcy attorney and the founder of Jacobs, P.C., a boutique law firm known for finding creative, direct, and expedient solutions to complex and high-profile issues.

Founder

Leo Jacobs

Leo Jacobs, the founder of Jacobs P.C. law firm in New York City. With his extensive expertise in Corporate Litigation and Bankruptcy, he has built a firm dedicated to providing the highest quality of service.

Leo Jacobs Esq. | CEO and Founder | Jacobs P.C.

Leo tirelessly and zealously works to build trust and long-standing relationships with his clients, who rely on his counsel, representation, negotiation, and advocacy to forge speedy, practical paths to move forward. 

From the courtroom to the board room, Leo has a demonstrated talent for devising, positioning, and advancing sophisticated yet straightforward arguments to mitigate risk and reach successful outcomes.

Leveraging his vast and deep knowledge of debt and equity structures, Leo employs all legal tools available to quickly and efficiently achieve the best result for his clients. As such, his law practice seamlessly bridges commercial litigation, corporate transactions, and various forms of financial rehabilitation across federal, state, and bankruptcy courts as well as administrative tribunals and other forums. Examples include Chapter 11, UCC 9, UCC 8, pledges, mezzanine financing, subprime commercial lending, real estate, asset management, special situations, and restructurings. He also counsels clients on tough questions related to business disputes, regulatory compliance, employment law, and fiduciary and agency interests, including those related to allegations of white-collar and other corporate crimes.

Previously, Leo served as General Counsel at New York Equity Management, LLC, a privately held company that focused on the full lifecycle of real estate litigation finance investments (acquisition, construction, development, management, leasing, and sale) and held a portfolio of distressed and other commercial and residential properties. His role at NYEM straddled legal and business issues, from advising management on commercial matters, litigation, real estate, and compliance to spearheading efforts that increased the value of the firm’s properties upon sale.

Leo's core competencies: investment management, asset management, real estate, corporate law, business counsel, acquisitions, leasing, commercial litigation, dispute resolution, negotiation, administrative law, compliance, corporate governance, analysis, and outside counsel management.

Earlier in his legal career, Leo also served as an associate attorney at the prominent administrative and environmental law firm, Cohen Hochman & Allen. At Cohen Hochman, Leo defended and advanced the interests of high-profile management before federal, state, and New York City government agencies and the courts. He represented clients across a range of industries and under various regulatory regimes, including health, transportation, sanitation, air, water, hospitality, and waste removal. During his tenure at the firm, he appeared daily in court and was recognized for his ability to address novel compliance issues, reduce violations, and negotiate settlements with governmental and civil litigants.

Among other non-profit and community service, Leo has also devoted hours of pro bono representation to the Bukharian Jewish People and acts as its Chief Counsel, serving at the request of President Leon Nektalov and the Board of the Bukharian Jewish Community Center.

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Highlights: Corporate transactions, Corporate crime, and Business Disputes are Leo’s principal practice areas. Corporate transactions, Corporate crime, and Business Disputes are Leo’s principal practice areas. Prior to that, he served as General Counsel at New York Equity Management, LLC a privately held company that focused on the full life-cycle of real estate litigation finance investments (acquisition, construction, development, management, leasing, and sale) and held a portfolio of distressed and other commercial and residential properties.His role straddled legal and business issues, from advising management on commercial matters, litigation, real estate, and compliance to spearheading efforts that increased the value of the firm’s properties upon sale.

Senior Consultant

Jacob Frydman

Jacob Frydman is a New York-based attorney and real estate developer investing in commercial real estate projects in the east coast of the united states.


Mr. Frydman has over 30 years of experience in structuring, financing and executing highly complex real estate transactions. He has acquired over five million square feet of existing and to-be-developed real estate located throughout the United States and has participated in transactions valued at over $2 billion.

Mr. Frydman was the CEO and Chairman of United Realty Trust, a public Real Estate Investment Trust. After his retirement as CEO in September of 2015, he continued on as the Chief Investment Officer through December 2015. Currently, Mr. Frydman is the Chairman and CEO of Frydco Capital Group, a private family office, through which he invests in real estate and private equity opportunities.

Mr. Frydman has often participated as a speaker and panelist at numerous industry seminars, where he speaks on matters relating to property investment. He has been a guest lecturer on real estate finance at Columbia University, and in the Master’s Lecturer series sponsored by New York Law School. As a recognized thought- leader in his field, he frequently appears on television programs including CNBC, Bloomberg TV, FOX News, and others to discuss trends in commercial real estate. Mr. Frydman served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Bardavon Opera House, home of the Hudson Valley Philharmonic, and devotes much time and capital to various philanthropic endeavors. He has served on the Board of the Jewish Federation of Dutchess County, NY. For many years, he has also been a firm supporter of organizations such as Chabad of Dutchess County and the Brem Foundation, helping people in struggling communities.

Mr. Frydman’s prior notable transactions include Two Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, an office condominium tower in midtown Manhattan used by foreign governments for their missions to the United Nations and the redevelopment of the Aetna Building in Manhattan’s Financial District. Mr. Frydman also acquired the unfinished Global Crossing New York headquarters from Goldman Sachs in 2000 and repositioned it as an office tower. He purchased the NBC New York television studios from NBC’s parent, General Electric and then entered into an agreement with Procter & Gamble, where he produced the long running TV show “As the World Turns” from 1999 to 2010. Mr. Frydman acquired, and currently owns, 500 Tenth Avenue in Manhattan, which he successfully redeveloped into the DHL Center.

Wayne M. Greenwald represents the entire spectrum of parties in interest in debtor-creditor matters and cases under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. He has extensive experience in business and commercial litigation and assists clients at all phases of dispute resolution, including pre-claim negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and trial.

Senior Counsel

Wayne M. Greenwald

Learn about Wayne Greenwald, a specialist in debtor-creditor and U.S. Bankruptcy Code matters, providing comprehensive assistance for Jacobs P.C.'s clients.

Wayne Greenwald | Expert in Debtor-Creditor Matters

Wayne M. Greenwald has been concentrating on debtor-creditor law for more than 30 years. He was the assistant chair of the Defense Research Institute’s Special Litigation Group on Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy. He formerly served as co-chair of the American Bankruptcy Institute’s commercial fraud task force.

Mr. Greenwald lectures frequently and has published or edited articles, treatises, and books on bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, including Criminal Practice/ Bankruptcy Proceedings. He is highly regarded in the legal community and has been included in 2007 – 2008, 2010 – 2011, 2014 – 2020 New York Super Lawyers.

Wayne's core competencies: Entrepreneur Rescue, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Individual Chapter 11, Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy and Criminality, Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy, Subchapter V Bankruptcy, Involuntary Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Appeals, and Clawback Litigation.

Highlights: Federal Bar Association – Member and Chair – SDNY Bankruptcy Committee. Member of the American Bankruptcy Institute. Member of the Defense Research Institute. Chair of the American Bankruptcy Institute, Commercial Fraud Task Force Committee. Fellow at the Center for International Legal Studies. AV Peer Review Rating – Martindale-Hubbell. Super Lawyer – New York Super Lawyers (2007 – 2008, 2010 – 2011, 2014 – 2020).

Eduard Kushmakov