Overview

Phillips Nizer LLP is a leading law firm with 8 lawyers recognized by Best Lawyers across 12 practice areas. The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 1995. Having lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers' purely peer review process emphasizes the lawyers credibility and reputation for their practice amongst their peers in their practice area and region. It displays professional validation of the legal talent that Phillips Nizer LLP has on their team. The firm has lawyers recognized in practice areas including: Trusts and Estates, Family Law, Intellectual Property Law, Trademark Law and Commercial Litigation.

Phillips Nizer LLP is also ranked by Best Law Firms in 8 practice areas. The Best Law Firms rankings are founded on a time-tested and transparent research process that has remained consistent since Best Lawyers launched it in 2010. Phillips Nizer LLP has 15 rankings in 8 practices. Echoing their Best Lawyers awards and team of top legal talent.

Founded:
1926
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Practice Areas:
10
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
7

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Copyright Law
Tier
1
National Ranking
Labor Law - Management
Tier
1
National Ranking
Trademark Law
Tier
1
National Ranking
Trusts and Estates
Tier
3
National Ranking
Commercial Litigation
Tier
3
National Ranking
Employment Law - Management

Regional

New Jersey

Tier
2
New Jersey
Commercial Litigation

New York City

Tier
1
New York City
Copyright Law
Tier
1
New York City
Family Law
Tier
1
New York City
Labor Law - Management
Tier
1
New York City
Trademark Law
Tier
1
New York City
Trusts and Estates

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Copyright Law
Tier
1
National Ranking
Labor Law - Management
Tier
1
National Ranking
Trademark Law
Tier
1
National Ranking
Trusts and Estates
Tier
3
National Ranking
Commercial Litigation
Tier
3
National Ranking
Employment Law - Management
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Environmental

Regional

New Jersey

Tier
2
New Jersey
Commercial Litigation

New York City

Tier
1
New York City
Copyright Law
Tier
1
New York City
Family Law
Tier
1
New York City
Labor Law - Management
Tier
1
New York City
Trademark Law
Tier
1
New York City
Trusts and Estates
Tier
3
New York City
Employment Law - Management
Tier
3
New York City
Litigation - Environmental

Practice Areas

Phillips Nizer LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 8 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Art Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Copyright Law
  • Family Law
  • Labor Law - Union
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Real Estate Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Trusts and Estates

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Phillips Nizer LLP proudly has 7 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 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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Offices & Contacts

New York, NY
485 Lexington Avenue, 14th Floor
New York, NY 10017
United States
Hackensack, NJ
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