Russell Yankwitt, Dina Hamerman, and Jason Swergold Recognized by Benchmark Litigation for 2026
WHITE PLAINS, NY (October 28, 2025) – Yankwitt LLP, Westchester County’s go-to law firm for high-stakes bet-the-company litigation, proudly announces that Managing Partner Russell Yankwitt and Executive Director and Partner Dina Hamerman have been named to Benchmark Litigation’s 2026 guide as a Litigation Star and Future Star, respectively.
Partner Jason Swergold, co-head of the firm’s Criminal Defense & Investigations Practice received dual honors this year, being named to Benchmark Litigation’s “Under 40 List” in August and now recognized as a Litigation Future Star.
Yankwitt and Hamerman are returning honorees, recognized for exceptional work on some of New York’s most complex commercial and civil litigation cases across state and federal courts.
“Each year, our team demonstrates remarkable skill and dedication in representing clients in high-stakes matters,” said Yankwitt. “Our lawyers exemplify the strategic insight, courtroom talent and client commitment that define Yankwitt LLP. These recognitions reflect not only our individual excellence but the collective strength of the entire team.”
Benchmark Litigation selected Yankwitt, Hamerman, and Swergold based on extensive feedback from peers and clients, highlighting the firm’s work on sophisticated, high-profile commercial, civil and criminal cases for businesses and individuals alike.
In addition to the Benchmark Litigation honors, Yankwitt LLP has been recognized by Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500 for commercial litigation, Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms, and Best Companies to Work For, among others.
About Yankwitt LLP
Founded in 2009, Yankwitt LLP is Westchester County’s go-to law firm for high-stakes and bet-the-company litigation. With one of Westchester’s most experienced litigation teams, Yankwitt LLP represents businesses and high-net-worth individuals across a broad range of matters. The firm also handles complex cases in Westchester on behalf of national law firms and often serves as trial counsel for local law firms.