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Est. 1992 · AV Preeminent Rated · Serving NYC Metro

Rosenberg Fortuna & Laitman, LLP

Serving New York City Metro Area · (516) 228-6666

Starting a Business LLC Formation Business Contracts Commercial Litigation Mergers & Acquisitions Employment Law

Whether you're starting a business, protecting it with contracts, or defending it in court — Rosenberg Fortuna & Laitman has been providing full-suite business legal services to New York companies for over 30 years. AV Preeminent rated, meaning the highest peer review standard in the legal profession.

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4.7
★★★★★
AV Preeminent 2026 · Martindale-Hubbell
Overall
4.7
Results
4.8
Communication
4.6
Value
4.7
Editorial Verdict

Why Choose Rosenberg Fortuna & Laitman?

Starting or growing a business in New York means navigating some of the most demanding regulatory and legal terrain in the country. You need attorneys who know New York business law inside out — not a generalist firm that handles business matters as a sideline. Founded in 1992 by David Rosenberg, this firm has spent over 30 years serving New York businesses at every stage, from formation and early contracts through M&A transactions and commercial litigation. Their AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell — the highest level of peer review — reflects decades of respected performance. Whether you're forming your first LLC, reviewing a commercial lease, protecting intellectual property, or defending against a business dispute, Rosenberg Fortuna & Laitman provides the strategic, experienced counsel New York businesses deserve.

Practice Areas

Business Situations They Handle

LLC & Business Formation Corporate Formation (Inc., S-Corp) Contract Drafting & Review Mergers & Acquisitions Commercial Litigation Employment Law (Employer Side) Commercial Real Estate Business Disputes & Partnership Issues Non-Compete & NDAs Due Diligence
Fees & Pricing

What You'll Likely Pay

Business law work is typically billed hourly, though flat fees are available for defined projects like LLC formation or contract drafting.

$350–$500
per hour (partner rates)
$800–$2,500
flat fee (LLC formation, typical)
The Team

Key Attorneys

David I. Rosenberg

David I. Rosenberg

Founding Partner
Corporate formation, M&A, business transactions, commercial real estate
John A. Fortuna

John A. Fortuna

Partner
Contracts, commercial litigation, business disputes, employment law
Arthur S. Laitman

Arthur S. Laitman

Partner
Corporate governance, due diligence, securities, partnership agreements
Client Experiences

What Clients Say

Client
Jonathan C.
LLC Formation · Manhattan Tech Startup
★★★★★
"I had a co-founder situation and needed an operating agreement that protected both parties. Rosenberg Fortuna set everything up properly, including a detailed profit-sharing and buyout clause. Saved us from a very messy future dispute."
Client
Sandra T.
Commercial Litigation · Retail Business
★★★★★
"A vendor breached our contract and it nearly shut us down. John Fortuna was aggressive and strategic — we settled at a number far better than I expected in under four months. Excellent representation."
Client
Michael B.
M&A · Business Sale · Queens
★★★★☆
"We sold our family business after 20 years. David Rosenberg guided us through the entire transaction — due diligence, representations and warranties, closing conditions. Very thorough, very professional."
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FAQ

Common Questions

How long does it take to form an LLC in New York?
New York LLC formation typically takes 1–2 weeks for state filing. However, New York also requires LLC formation to be published in two newspapers for 6 weeks — an unusual requirement. The firm handles this process end-to-end, including the publication requirement, so you can focus on building your business.
Do I need a lawyer to form an LLC?
Technically no — you can file the Articles of Organization yourself. However, a lawyer ensures your operating agreement properly protects you, especially if you have co-founders or investors. Mistakes in the operating agreement can be costly to fix later. Given the relatively modest cost of having an attorney handle formation, most serious business owners consider it worthwhile.
Does the firm serve Manhattan clients as well as Long Island?
Yes. While the firm's primary office is in Garden City, Nassau County, they serve businesses throughout the greater New York Metro area including Manhattan, the other boroughs, and Westchester. Many clients are based in NYC and work with the firm remotely or via meetings.
Does the firm handle employment disputes between employers and employees?
Yes, but primarily from the employer side. Rosenberg Fortuna & Laitman helps businesses handle non-compete enforcement, employee termination, workplace policy, severance agreements, and employment-related litigation.

Quick Facts

Founded1992
Firm SizeSmall · 3 partners
Fee StructureHourly / Flat fee
Rate Range$350–$500/hr
Free ConsultationYes
LanguagesEnglish
Virtual AvailableYes
Peer RatingAV Preeminent
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Service Area

Greater New York Metro Area
Manhattan · Brooklyn · Queens
Long Island · Westchester
(516) 228-6666

Recognition

  • ✓ AV Preeminent — Martindale-Hubbell 2026
  • ✓ 30+ Years Serving NY Businesses
  • ✓ Full-Suite Business Legal Services
  • ✓ Highest Peer Review Standard
  • ✓ Free Initial Consultation