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Trusted New York Business Lawyers | Wrobel Markham LLP
Wrobel Markham is a boutique business law firm headquartered in New York City, offering personalized legal services with a focus on quality and professionalism. Our attorneys specialize in navigating the complexities of the New York State court system, providing clients with strategic advantages in commercial litigation, corporate matters, and dispute resolution. With decades of combined experience, we represent businesses and individuals in a wide range of legal issues, including real estate, employment law, insurance litigation, and appellate advocacy.Our practice extends to both domestic and international clients operating in New York, leveraging deep local expertise while maintaining a global perspective. We prioritize direct client engagement, ensuring tailored solutions for complex legal challenges across industries such as fashion, hospitality, and corporate governance.
Services
Appeals
Arbitration & Mediation
Corporate Litigation
Employment Law
Real Estate
Trial Practice
Insurance Litigation
General Counsel
Highlights and features
- We have decades of experience in New York commercial litigation and appellate practice.
- Our boutique firm provides personalized attention while maintaining national-level expertise.
- We specialize in complex real estate and corporate governance disputes unique to NYC.
- Our attorneys serve as panel mediators for the New York County Supreme Court.
- We represent clients across diverse industries including fashion, hospitality, and finance.
Services
Corporate Litigation
We handle complex commercial litigation including shareholder disputes, corporate governance matters, and class action defense. Our attorneys represent clients in state and federal courts, providing strategic solutions for business conflicts involving contracts, intellectual property, and employment issues. With deep experience in New York's legal landscape, we deliver results-oriented representation for corporations and business owners.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers acquisition, development, leasing, and dispute resolution for commercial properties. We represent buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants in transactions and litigation involving cooperatives, condominiums, and commercial developments. The team handles title disputes, foreclosure proceedings, and landlord-tenant court matters with specialized knowledge of New York's unique real estate regulations.
Appeals
We provide strategic appellate representation in New York State and federal courts, including the Second Circuit and Appellate Division. Our practice focuses on preserving favorable rulings and overturning adverse decisions through rigorous legal analysis and persuasive advocacy tailored to complex commercial litigation outcomes.
Employment Law
We advise employers and employees on employment contracts, severance agreements, and compliance with labor laws. Our practice includes litigation of discrimination claims, wrongful termination cases, and enforcement of restrictive covenants across state and federal jurisdictions, combining practical counsel with aggressive courtroom representation when necessary.
Arbitration & Mediation
We offer alternative dispute resolution expertise through FINRA, AAA, and court-annexed mediation programs. Our attorneys, including certified commercial mediators, specialize in achieving cost-effective resolutions for business conflicts while maintaining the ability to litigate when settlement proves unattainable.
People
David C. Wrobel
Partner
With over 30 years of experience, David Wrobel specializes in corporate litigation and real estate disputes. He has represented high-profile clients in complex business cases and serves as a certified commercial mediator for the New York County Supreme Court.
Daniel F. Markham
Partner
Daniel Markham focuses on appellate advocacy and commercial litigation. He serves as a panel mediator for the New York County Supreme Court's Commercial Division and has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution.
Steven I. Fox
Partner
Steven Fox specializes in corporate governance disputes and employment law matters. He provides strategic counsel to businesses on compliance and represents clients in litigation across state and federal courts.
M. Katherine Sherman
Partner
Katherine Sherman focuses on real estate litigation and transactional matters. She represents clients in property disputes, leasing agreements, and cooperative/condominium governance issues throughout New York City.
Jodie Gerard
Partner
Jodie Gerard specializes in insurance litigation and commercial disputes. She has extensive experience handling complex insurance coverage issues and represents clients in arbitration and courtroom proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Wrobel Markham specialize in?
We specialize in commercial litigation, real estate law, employment law, appellate advocacy, and corporate governance disputes.
Do you handle cases outside New York State?
While our focus is New York-based matters, we represent clients with national and international operations requiring local legal expertise.
What makes your firm different from larger law firms?
Our boutique structure allows direct attorney-client access while maintaining the depth of experience found in larger firms.
Are your attorneys qualified in alternative dispute resolution?
Yes, our partners serve as panel mediators and have extensive arbitration experience across multiple forums.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us through our website or directly via email to set up an initial consultation with our legal team.
