A.Y. Strauss, a leading boutique law firm focused on commercial transactions and litigation in areas including real estate, franchising law, construction contracting, bankruptcy, and labor & employment, is pleased to announce that Jordan M. Engelhardt has joined the firm as a Partner in the firm’s Litigation group, effective June 1, 2021. Prior to joining A.Y. Strauss, Mr. Engelhardt served as Counsel at Patterson Belknap. Mr. Engelhardt’s focus will be on commercial disputes, financial services litigation, and intellectual property.
“Jordan’s extensive experience in commercial litigation and intellectual property matters will be an asset to our clients across the firm and to the litigation practice,” said Managing Partner Aaron Y. Strauss. “We are delighted to welcome him to A.Y. Strauss.”
A skilled and versatile attorney, Mr. Engelhardt has experience in federal and state courts, administrative agency matters, and alternative dispute resolution. He is also the co-author of a treatise chapter on Commercial Division procedure in New York State court, as well as several amicus briefs in cases before the United States Supreme Court.
Mr. Engelhardt earned his J.D., cum laude, from Cornell Law School in 2009, where he served on the Cornell Law Review. He earned his B.A., summa cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006. He is admitted to practice in New York, the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.
About A.Y. Strauss
A.Y. Strauss provides legal counsel for commercial transactions and litigation in the areas of commercial real estate, construction contracting, bankruptcy, franchising law, and labor & employment. With the intellectual depth of a large firm and the personalized touch of a boutique, the firm’s lawyers represent emerging businesses, institutional clients, and high net worth individuals in domestic and international matters. The dynamic culture and collaborative working environment at the firm provide a balanced and enriching experience for its team members, with a focus on giving back to the communities the firm serves. A.Y. Strauss has offices in Roseland, NJ and New York, NY. For more information, visit https://www.aystrauss.com/.
