Rivkin Radler associate, Eric Santos, has been appointed by the Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department, to serve on the Committee on Character and Fitness for the Ninth Judicial District. His four-year term will commence on January 1, 2026.

The Committee is responsible for investigating the character and fitness of applicants in said districts for admission

Michael J. Antongiovanni, serving as co-counsel to a New York City hotel, recently obtained an appellate victory, affirming a lower court decision dismissing a plaintiff’s claim for unfair competition based on the doctrine of res judicata (i.e., claim preclusion). The plaintiff, a Caribbean resort, had previously sued the hotel in a prior action alleging a breach of

Rivkin Radler is pleased to announce that it has been named to the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms® by Best Lawyers, earning three national rankings—a designation for firms that have achieved a high level of respect and quality on a nationwide scale—along with multiple regional rankings including recognition in 7 new practice groups/regions. The

Rivkin Radler is pleased to announce that 39 attorneys were named to the 2025 New York Metro Super Lawyers List, and 15 attorneys were named 2025 New York Metro Rising Stars. Following is a list of attorneys and the practice areas for which they were recognized.

2025 Super Lawyers

Michael J. Antongiovanni – Business Lit.

The 2026 edition of Best Lawyers recognized Rivkin Radler partners Evan H. Krinick and Melissa A. Dearing as “Lawyer of the Year.” Only a single lawyer in each practice and designated metropolitan area can receive this designation, making this a significant and coveted accolade. Lawyers are selected based on their overall voting averages received during

Best Lawyers in America® has recognized Rivkin Radler attorneys in its 2026 edition. Forty-four attorneys received Best Lawyers recognition, and 20 received 2026 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognition. Their names, office locations, and practices for which they were recognized are as follows:

Best Lawyers

Albany, NY

Robert H. Iseman – Commercial Litigation, Corporate Compliance Law,

Rivkin Radler Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick was honored as an ICON on the 2025 Long Island Press Power List and was formally presented with the award at the June 25 ceremony at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, NY. Published by Schneps Media, the list recognizes the most influential individuals in the Long

Evan H. Krinick, Managing Partner of Rivkin Radler, is pleased to announce that Anthony Hawkins and Joseph Niczky have joined the firm as associates.

Anthony Hawkins, of New York, NY, has joined the Commercial Litigation and Appeals Group in the firm’s New York City office. Prior to joining the firm, Anthony was a senior court

Effective June 1, 2024, Henry Mascia is the chairperson of the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA’s) Committee on Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction. Appointed by NYSBA President Domenick Napoletano, Esq., Henry will serve a three-year term.

According to the NYSBA, the mission of the Committee on Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction is to:

• Engage attorneys, members

Rivkin Radler LLP is pleased to announce that Managing Partner Evan H. Krinick is featured on City & State New York’s Trailblazers in Law list—previously known as “Law Power 100.”

Evan, a member of the firm’s Appeals, Commercial Litigation, and Insurance Coverage practices, has been Rivkin Radler’s managing partner for over 10 years. During that