About

David Alan Raff is a highly respected lawyer in New York, with a wealth of experience in labor and employment law, arbitration, and civil rights. David Alan Raff, a prominent lawyer in New York, was admitted to the Bar in the State of New York in 1969. With over five decades of experience, he has established himself as a leading authority in the field of labor and employment law. Mr. Raff is known for his expertise in complex employment and discrimination law cases, serving as a federal court appointed Special Master in three such cases. In addition to his work as a Special Master, Mr. Raff is also an active labor arbitrator, mediator, and fact finder on panels from various organizations, including the American Arbitration Association and the National Mediation Board. He has also been a member of the New York State Human Rights Advisory Council and is currently a member of the American Arbitration Association\s National Alternative Dispute Task Force. Mr. Raff\s dedication to the field of law extends beyond his work in the courtroom. He has served as a full-time faculty member at New York University School of Law, where he taught courses on labor and employment law, arbitration, administrative law, and trial practice. He has also worked as a consultant for various government agencies, including New York City\s Bureau of Labor Services and the New York State Deputy Comptroller for New York City Affairs. Throughout his career, Mr. Raff has been actively involved in professional organizations, including the American Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association. He has held leadership positions in the legal community, serving as the Chairman of the New York State Bar Association\s Committee on Civil Rights from 1981 to 1985. Mr. Raff\s contributions to the field of law have been recognized with numerous honors and awards. In 1996, he was honored by the New York City Chapter of the National Organization for Women for his legal work supporting women\s rights. In 1998, he was elected as a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in his field. David Alan Raff\s impressive career and dedication to the practice of law have earned him a place in Who\s Who in American Law, Who\s Who of Emerging Leaders in America, and Who\s Who in The East. His commitment to upholding civil rights and promoting equality in the workplace continues to make a lasting impact on the legal profession.

Legal Issues

Arbitration & Mediation

Business Arbitration, Consumer Arbitration, Family Arbitration

Civil Rights

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, Privacy Law

Employment Law

Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination

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• Managing Partner
  Raff & Becker LLP
  1980

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