Overview

Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP, a law firm based in New York, represents major businesses and entrepreneurs in their most significant transactions, problems and opportunities. Olshan’s clients range from public companies, hedge, venture capital, private equity and other investment funds to entrepreneurs and private companies worldwide. Clients choose Olshan for innovative strategies and sophisticated, game-changing advice in corporate, securities law, equity investment and shareholder activism, complex commercial, corporate and securities litigation, real estate, intellectual property, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, and advertising. Since its founding, Olshan has offered an alternative to the AmLaw 50 law firm business model with responsive, independent and client-focused legal counsel provided by the firm’s lawyers
Founded:
1963
Size:
97
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Practice Areas:
14
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
8

Rankings

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Trusts and Estates
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Advertising Law
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Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
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Real Estate Law

Regional

New York City

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New York City
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
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Real Estate Law
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Trusts and Estates
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Advertising Law
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Commercial Litigation
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New York City
Copyright Law

Firm Leadership

About Our Clients

Olshan is proud to represent a diverse group of domestic and international clients, including a wide array of private and public business enterprises, ranging from closely held to Fortune 500 companies.

    Highlighted Client Comments

    These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
    Real Estate Law
    We represent landlords and tenants so we advantage that to appreciate the other point of view and appropriately place issues in perspective. Olshan Frome Wolosky's experience and understanding our company and its concerns are very much beneficial to us. Great representation in addressing difficult matters and doing so while maintaining professional, courteous relationships with opposing lawyers and principals. Promptness, thoroughness, attention to details are significant to our high regard for them.
    Frank Venice
    Chief Financial Officer – Apple-Metro, Inc.
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    As a start-up Venture Capital fund, the team at Olshan Frome Wolosky has been incredibly flexible in working with us and structuring a relationship that allows us to grow our business correctly and receive all the support we need. They have treated us like we're their most important client, and one day we hope to live up to that title. The diverse skill sets of everyone we've interacted with at Olshan has allowed us to get all of our legal support from them. I never thought I'd utter these words, but I love my lawyers.
    Rob Rothman
    InFocus Capital Partners
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is an amazing firm to work with. Extremely attentive.
    Michael Farkas
    Blink Charging Co.
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    My fund lacked experience in shareholder activism, and the Olshan Frome Wolosky team patiently and methodically walked us through complex legal requirements as we pursued our business interests.
    John Broderick
    Permit Capital
    Real Estate Law
    I have had extensive experience working with Eric Golberg at Olshan Frome Wolosky. He is a smart, experienced commercial real estate lawyer.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Working with Andrew Freedman in our activist campaign was a delight. He was very effective in highlighting business issues for us to consider, and the risks and opportunities of various outcomes. In our conversations, he kept the legal nuances/jargon to a minimum. He was a highly effective and efficient negotiator on our behalf.
    James Corcoran
    Purple Mountain Capital Partners
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    We used Olshan Frome Wolosky's Andrew Freedman for our first activist campaign as a standalone firm. Not only did we have a successful outcome, but I also found Andy to be both knowledgeable and commercial in evaluating our options as the campaign unfolded.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    This was my first time working with Olshan Frome Wolosky and they exceeded my already high expectations. Very smart, focused, experienced and responsive. Fees were very reasonable for the work done and results delivered. Truly one of my best experiences ever working with an outside attorney. We are very happy and will be repeat customers!
    Michael Cole
    SevenSaoi Capital, LLC
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky has extensive knowledge of SEC acts and regulation with a practical approach that serves corporate clients well. They offer a quality work product and are a pleasure to deal with; always responsive.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky advised us on shareholder activist related matters. Our primary contact is Steve Wolosky. He is very responsive and knowledgeable. He has extensive experience and is considered the best lawyer in this area.
     
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is very business savvy. They have lots of experience with complex transactions and representing sophisticated real estate clients.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Steve Wolosky and Meagan Reda of Olshan Frome Wolosky are true professionals who dedicate time and energy to their clients' needs. They handled a 13D filing for my firm and executed the legal paperwork in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, they provided follow-up and guidance throughout the process.
     
    Trusts and Estates
    Olshan Frome Wolosky understands its clients and their needs. Within their Trust and Estate area, they work to bring professional advice in a timely, efficient and cost effective manner all while providing excellent service.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky has exceptional and knowledgeable attorneys who understand the need for fast, accurate answers; great business expertise.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is best in class in their areas of focus.
     
    Real Estate Law
    I work with Olshan Frome Wolosky often and I am always impressed with them. The firm is a throwback to the "old days" when young associates were mentored and taught the right way to do things, and when civility and expertise were not only expected from a law firm, but delivered.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Steve Wolosky and his team at Olshan Frome Wolosky is just top-notch. I'm always happy to recommend him and his firm to people in industry as I know they will be in good hands. Not only are they at the forefront of the legal analysis and expertise required in their field, but they also have consistently shown very apt judgment and commercial savviness.
     
    Advertising Law
    I have worked with multiple lawyers from Olshan Frome Wolosky for three years. They have been amazingly customer focused, really worked to understand my (sometimes rapidly evolving) needs, and responded quickly and effectively. I am quite happy with both the process and the results of the engagement. In particular, I will highlight the work of Andrew Lustigman as being superb.
     
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky's client base includes landlords and tenants which is invaluable in practically addressing lease issues. I have the utmost respect for our coordinating partner personally and professionally. They were able to aggressively pursue our positions without alienating the other side. They are very responsive and thorough. Their communication is excellent. Olshan Frome Wolosky is the best!
    Frank Venice
    Chief Financial Officer – Apple-Metro, Inc.
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky provides the best Activist Investor negotiations we have ever experienced, and we are tremendously grateful to the team at Olshan Frome Wolosky for their outstanding efforts!
    Josef Vejvoda
    K2 & Associates Investment Management Inc.
    Advertising Law
    The level of expertise in the matters we've referred to Andrew Lustigman at Olshan Frome Wolosky has always been exemplary! I can't say enough good things about my dealings with this firm.
    Nikolas Spiridellis
    President – Contact 911, LLC
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is an excellent firm and very competent.
    Lawrence Seidman
    Seidman & Associates
    Advertising Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is excellent firm, with excellent partners and staff. I work with several attorneys at the firm, some of whom have counseled me for almost 20 years and multiple companies. Advertising Law is a key specialty and their practice in that area, headed by Andrew Lustigman, stands out from others. They have a particular expertise in the life sciences area, cost-effective use of arbitration to resolve matters and defending Lanham Act allegations.
    David Rosen
    Dash Pharma, LLC
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky has been a true advocate for our clients and for us. We were a first time activist with no knowledge. We are running a campaign that many have said is among them most professional they have ever seen. From strategy to litigating we have the A+ team, and when the stakes are this high that is a comforting feeling. I wouldn't use anyone else. They are a great member of our team, and we are grateful they are on our team!
    David Richmond
    Richmond Brothers, Inc.
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky has a broad range of subject matter experts and provide not only sound legal advice but also business ramifications; Ken Schlesinger and Steve Wolosky are second to none!
    Louis Petrucelly
    Passur Aerospace, Inc.
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky proved to be a true partner for us. From the very first steps of helping to create the right corporate structure and navigating through the intricacies of the incorporation process, our relationship with Olshan has been one of the key factors and driving forces powering our company.
    Vlad Mamut
    bowmo
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is one of best firms I've dealt with for litigation and corporate. Two of the best attorneys there are Thomas Fleming and Mitchell Raab.
    Gaby Lawlor
    PFNY
    Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is excellent in all respects; knowledge, experience, technical capability, and service!
    Steven Kaye
    American Economic Planning Group Wealth Strategies
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    I find Steve's work to be very responsive, thorough, well-thought-out, right on point, innovative when appropriate and cost-effective. You cannot go wrong when you are represented by Steve Wolosky and his firm, Olshan Frome Wolosky.
    Glen Kassan
    Steel Connect Inc.
    Employment Law - Management
    I find the advice of Olshan Frome Wolosky quick, easy and clear. They understand the time constraints and react accordingly.
    Angela Gandy
    Head of Human Resources – MP & Silva Ltd
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is an excellent law firm. They always protect our company's interest. They have been very friendly and highly professional. They have been extremely honest in advice, even with the advice we may not want to hear.
    Giri Devanur
    Ameri Holdings, Inc.
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky attorney Mitchel Raab was fantastic in understanding what we needed and got the job done in a timely, professional manner.
    Matt Binstock
    Argo Capital LLC
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan is one of the true "old school" boutique New York real estate firms left. They bring a depth and knowledge to the table that is extraordinary.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    The securities and capital markets group at Olshan Frome Wolosky has been providing outstanding service to Brean Capital and its management team for over 20 years. They are a trusted partner; always responsive, extremely knowledgeable on the subject matter, and they care deeply about our outcome.
    Robert Fine
    Brean Capital
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky attorney Tom Kearns has exceptional knowledge and experience in real estate transactional matters in New York. He and his team are responsive and remarkably cost-efficient.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky provides superb counsel on activist and proxy situations.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    I find Olshan Frome Wolosky very knowledgeable, responsive, practical, and cost-effective
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    The team at Olshan Frome Wolosky gets the job done effectively every time.
     
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky has great in depth experience in a broad range of real estate transaction. We have had excellent experience working with them.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    For shareholder activism, Olshan Frome Wolosky is the place to go.
     
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky provides great expertise, service, and results all within a reasonable fee structure. It is a mid-size firm in lawyer count and cost, but not in talent - they can (and do) stand tall against any of the "white shoe" firms. The litigation and leasing groups are extremely responsive, as well as creative, clear, expedient, and concise in their recommendations, advice, and counsel. They aggressively (but not obnoxiously) pursue the desired objective and results, but with an eye towards pragmatism and cost-effectiveness, which generally is (and has been) to the client's benefit.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    I have the opportunity to work with a number of leading domestic and international law firms and have found the advice and value received from Olshan to be among the very best.
     
    Real Estate Law
    We at Apple-Metro, Inc. have partnered with Nina Roket and Olshan Frome Wolosky for many years. Nina has vast experience from the perspective of both lessor and lessee, allowing us to see the practical aspects of issues. She addresses matters promptly and is very clear in communication, orally and in writing. She has the ability to aggressively pursue our objectives without alienating "the other side." In short, I personally love working with her and know that she always "delivers."
    Frank Venice
    Chief Financial Officer – Apple-Metro, Inc.
    Advertising Law
    I've worked with Andrew Lustigman of Olshan since 1999 and have found him to consistently be on the leading edge of advertising law.
    David Rosen
    Dash Pharma, LLC
    Advertising Law
    I have been using the principals at Olshan Frome Wolosky for more than 30 years. They are experts who care. They review all our advertising, scripts, etc., and litigate only when necessary.
    Avram Freedberg
    National Collector's Mint, Inc.
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan's real estate department, in fact all the attorneys in different practice groups that have worked with us are dedicated, smart, and supportive. They are practical in their approach to real estate legal issues and focus on what is important; they get it done no matter what.
    Susan Fine
    Oases RE
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Olshan Frome is a solid firm with depth in key areas of corporate and SEC law. These factors rapidly help us solve problems and resolve difficult situations.
     
    Real Estate Law
    Tom Kearns and the Olshan firm have become part of the family. This is the relationship you want with your attorneys. The confidence we have to pick up the phone for advice and comfort is a reflection of that relationship with all aspects of our company. Their professionalism in dealing with any transactions and issues has been terrific.
    Hal Rosenbluth
    CEO – Kaufman Astoria Studios
    Real Estate Law
    Experience representing both LLs and Tenants is a huge plus as to understanding "the other side." Olshan Frome Wolosky attorneys are thorough, practical, and aggressive while maintaining a cooperative relationship. They are able to clearly present positions in a manner which facilitates resolution of issues. They communicate timely and effectively. They are a vital member of our team!
    Frank Venice
    Chief Financial Officer – Apple-Metro, Inc.
    Real Estate Law
    Olshan Frome Wolosky is a traditional NY real estate law firm, with an emphasis on development and leasing. They are smart and practical.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    We have been impressed with the dedication and commitment to the client that we have experienced first-hand, over many years, working with Olshan Frome Wolosky.
     
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    Our team at Olshan Frome Wolosky is sharp, responsive and a pleasure with which to work.
    Matthew Schwartz
    Grandparents.com, Inc.
    Mergers and Acquisitions Law
    The firm provided great service.
     
    Mergers and Acquisitions Law
    I first worked with Olshan and Steve Wolosky specifically in the early '90s. Steve and his firm helped our company with a public offering. Steve, besides being a great lawyer, is smart, hardworking, responsive and has a nice personal touch. I had not spoken with Steve in several years when I called in 2011 to help with the sale of our company. We picked up right where we left off and Steve, Mike Neidell and the rest of the firm again did an outstanding job with our transaction. Firebirds was a relatively small deal, and in terms of the way our transaction was handled, you would have thought it was a multibillion-dollar deal. Steve and Mike worked late nights and weekends when needed over the course of several months to ensure that our transaction would get done to our satisfaction and that our best interests would be protected. In addition to the great respect we have for Steve, Mike and the entire firm, it was apparent that the firm representing the buyer, Angelo, Gordon, had similar high regard for Steve, Mike and the firm as well. I wouldn't consider using another firm for a transaction, or any other need for that matter.
    Doug Glendenning
    Co-Chairman – Firebirds International
    Securities / Capital Markets Law
    My personal experience with the firm is related to the securities, corporate and capital markets legal team under the leadership of Mr. Steve Wolosky and Mr. Ken Silverman and includes the joint work in various corporate transactions and securities issues. The firm has a strong team and renders a valuable and excellent service which includes a very high professional level of service as well as aggressive, as needed, response time. The team is able to achieve in a short time a comprehensive and deep understanding of both business and legal needs of the client and is able, using its experience, expertise and highly motivated professionals, to provide excellent valuable, cost effective legal services which cover all aspects of the transaction and is "hands on" with respect to all details of the transaction.
    Guy Ayal
    Lapis Technologies, Inc.

    Rankings

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    Trusts and Estates
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    Advertising Law
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    Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
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    Real Estate Law

    Regional

    New York City

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    Commercial Litigation
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    Copyright Law

    Practice Areas

    Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 6 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
    Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
    • Advertising Law
    • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Corporate Law
    • COVID-19
    • Employee Benefits
    • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
    • Litigation
    • Litigation - Securities
    • Media Law
    • Real Estate Law
    • Securities / Capital Markets Law
    • Tax
    • Trusts and Estates

    Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

    Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP proudly has 8 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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    Client Comments

    A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
    Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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