Education
Fordham University School of Law J.D., 2007 Yeshiva University B.A., Sociology, 2004 Bar Admissions
Steven A. Weg Rated by Super Lawyers loading ... |
Steven A. Weg is a sought-after litigator who focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation and real estate disputes involving private companies, partnerships, healthcare facilities, universities and individuals. Steven represents clients on both the plaintiff and defendant’s side in a wide variety of litigation matters, including having represented real estate developers, architects and contractors in connection with construction disputes; sellers and purchasers of real estate in breach of contract and specific performance claims; condominium developers in disputes over construction defects; disputes between current and former business partners; individuals in connection with accounting and legal malpractice claims; trademark owners in connection with intellectual property disputes; companies in connection with wrongful termination of employment claims; lenders and borrowers with respect to foreclosure proceedings; and has prosecuted and defended against allegations of securities fraud. While Steven always advocates for an amicable resolution to disputes, Steven has obtained favorable results for his clients at trial and before various appellate courts.
Prior to joining Koffsky Schwalb LLC, Steven was a partner at a well-respected New York law firm. Steven is a graduate of the Fordham University School of Law where he was a member of the Environmental Law Review and Board of Student Advisers. Steven received the departmental award in Sociology upon his graduation from Yeshiva University, among other honors. In his free time, Steven is a member of the board of directors and a member various committees of local not-for-profits and previously was a director and officer of a cooperative corporation. Representative Decisions of Interest Robbins v. 315 W. 103 Enterprises LLC, 164 N.Y.S.3d 823 (1st Dept. 2022) leave to appeal denied, 2022 WL 4240918 (2022) Appellate Division affirmed dismissal of claims against firm's client that sought recovery under the New York anti-SLAPP laws. Jaman Realty, LLC v. New York City Water Bd., 206 A.D.3d 656 (2nd Dept. 2022) Appellate Division agreed with firm's client that NYC Water Board's application of a four year limitations period was arbitrary and capricious. Wenat Realty Associates LP v. New York City Water Bd., 2022 WL 2188566 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. June 16, 2022) In special proceeding for judicial review of an administrative determination of the NYC Water Board, the court agreed that client did not engage in a theft of services and cancelled over $320,000 of penalty charges. One 32nd St. Corp. v. Stewart, 70 Misc. 3d 1058 (Sup. Ct. N.Y. Cty 2020 aff'd 199 A.D.3d 527, 158 N.Y.S.3d 50 (1st Dept. 2021) Plaintiffs sued firm's client for unjust enrichment and for an equitable lien years after client had sued in a separate action for deed fraud. After jury trial finding in client's favor, Supreme Court dismissed the Plaintiffs' collateral claims and Appellate Division affirmed. HSBC Bank USA, National Association v. Parker, 180 A.D.3d 1026, 1028, 122 N.Y.S.3d 39, 41 (2nd Dept. 2020) Client purchased a property with a mortgage that had been recorded years earlier together with a fraudulent deed to another party. Appellate Division affirmed that the mortgage was unenforceable. Board of Managers of 285 Driggs Avenue Condominium v. 285 Driggs Avenue, LLC, 173 A.D.3d 821, 103 N.Y.S.3d 117 (2nd Dept. 2019) Third party defendant made a motion to dismiss client's third-party complaint against him. Appellate Division affirmed the denial of such motion. In the Matter of John Wesley United Methodist Church v. Baily-Schiffman, 176 A.D.3d 709 (2nd Dept. 2019) Client obtained summary judgment of specific performance against a property owner. The property was subsequently transferred to client by a court appointed referee. The property owner filed a petition in the Appellate Court to have a final judgment entered, which was denied on the merits. Community Counseling & Mediation Services v. Chera, 166 A.D.3d 554, 86 N.Y.S.3d 871 (1st Dept. 2018) Appellate Court affirmed dismissal of the sole remaining claim against client. Plaintiff alleged that client and a co-defendant breached separate contracts to which the plaintiff was a party. After the plaintiff recovered damages from the co-defendant, Appellate Court ruled that the plaintiff's claims against client is not permitted under the rule against double recovery. Golden Mountain Income, LLC v. Spencer Gifts, LLC, 164 A.D.3d 475, 83 N.Y.S.3d 507 (2nd Dept. 2018) Appellate Court reversed an Order dismissing client's case at trial and directed a new trial. Stewart v. Makhani, 146 A.D.3d 703, 46 N.Y.S.3d 556 (1st Dept. 2017) Obtained reversal of an Order that marked a case of the calendar prior to completion of discovery. After a jury trial in August 2019, obtained verdict in favor of client reversing a deed. Hasan v. 18-24 Luquer Street Realty, LLC, 144 A.D.3d 631, 45 N.Y.S.3d 98 (2nd Dept. 2016) Appellate Court affirmed Order precluding adversary from, among other things, offering any testimony or evidence at trial. Wakefield Kennedy, LLC v. State Capital Holdings, LLC, 614 Fed.Appx. 929 (10th Cir. 2015) Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the District of Utah’s granting of partial summary judgment to client, holding that Client had ownership priority over a disputed loan purchased by client. Daskal v. Tyrnauer, 123 A.D.3d 652, 998 N.Y.S.2d 412 (2nd Dept. 2014) leave to appeal denied 24 N.Y.3d 916, 28 N.E.3d 38 (2015) Obtained dismissal of Complaint alleging RICO violations and fraud in its entirety and opposed a motion by the Plaintiff to appeal to the Court of Appeals. Tendler v. Bais Knesses of New Hempstead, Inc., 112 A.D.3d 911 (2nd Dept. 2013) Appellate Division limited damages for breach of employment contract to date that Rabbi’s employment was properly terminated and affirmed denial of lifetime benefits to Rabbi. Maya NY, LLC v Hagler, 35 Misc.3d 1210, 2012 WL 1255254 (Sup. Ct. NY County 2012) aff’d 106 A.D.3d 583, 965 N.Y.S.2d 475 (1st Dept. 2013) Obtained order dismissing causes of action for professional malpractice, breach of guaranty, piercing the corporate veil and conversion in action alleging breach of loan agreement. Appellate Court also affirmed Trial Court’s denial of plaintiff’s motion to amend its Complaint. Empire One Telecommunications, Inc. v. Verizon New York, Inc., 26 Misc.3d 541, 888 N.Y.S.2d 714 (Sup. Ct. Kings County 2009) Holding on issue of first impression that a special relationship existed between client and defendant which rendered exculpatory provisions in agreement unenforceable as to damages caused by grossly negligent or deliberate conduct. |
