Six attorneys recognized in the Legal 500’s New York City Elite
White Plains, NY (June 16, 2026) – Yankwitt LLP, Westchester County’s go-to law firm for high-stakes, bet-the-company litigation, has been recognized by the Legal 500 in its inaugural national rankings of boutique law firms, earning honors in Commercial Disputes and White Collar Crime.
In addition to the firmwide distinction, Legal 500 highlighted six Yankwitt LLP attorneys on its New York City Elite ranking, recognizing the firm’s exceptional bench strength across complex litigation and criminal matters.
New York City Elite – Commercial Litigation
New York City Elite – White Collar Crime
The Legal 500 rankings evaluate law firms and attorneys based on rigorous independent research, including client feedback, representative matters, and peer recognition, making this inaugural boutique category a significant distinction among leading litigation firms nationwide.
“We are honored to be recognized by Legal 500 in its inaugural national boutique rankings,” said Russell Yankwitt, Yankwitt LLP founder and managing partner. “Being recognized alongside many of the country’s premier litigation boutiques reflects the strength of our team and the results we achieve for clients in complex, high-stakes matters. Yankwitt further noted that he was “proud to be the only New York-based firm outside Manhattan included in these rankings.”
Yankwitt LLP’s inclusion in both Commercial Disputes and White Collar Crime, along with the individual recognitions of its civil and criminal partners, further reinforces the firm’s position as a go-to litigation boutique for bet-the-company matters, internal and government investigations, and white collar criminal defense.
The firm’s team, comprised of former federal law clerks, federal prosecutors, and Big Law attorneys, brings deep experience and sound judgment to sophisticated matters, which is why clients consistently turn to Yankwitt LLP as a trusted advisor in matters involving significant legal and reputational risk.
About Yankwitt LLP
Founded in 2009, Yankwitt LLP is Westchester County’s go-to law firm for high-stakes, bet-the-company litigation. With one of the most experienced litigation teams in the county, Yankwitt LLP represents businesses and high-net-worth individuals across a broad range of matters. The firm frequently serves as trial counsel for local law firms and is often called upon by national law firms to handle cases that fall outside their scope or present conflicts of interest.