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by Bill Singer
by Bill Singer
A Personal Message From Bill Singer
Written: February 2, 2012
A special note from Bill Singer:
Since I closed my own law firm in 2002, it has been quite the journey. In the ensuing decade, I've had the privilege of working with some truly phenomenal lawyers at several excellent firms.
First and foremost, my former law partner Aegis Frumento, who recently hung out his shingle at Stern Tannenbaum and Bell in NYC. A former Harvard College / NYU Law School graduate whose stentorian tones and courtroom presence justify his amazing name. Not only a lawyer's lawyer but also one of the few class acts on Wall Street. Aegis is the living embodiment of what it is to be a professional.
Then there is Marty Kaplan of Gusrae Kaplan Nusbaum PLLC, literally located on Wall Street. My very first adversary when I was one of only two regional attorneys in New York City at the old NASD. Marty is never, ever afraid or intimidated to go to the mat for his clients. He'll settle if he can but if his adversary's demands are unreasonable, Marty will try the case -- and you don't want to be on the other side of that table. For many years, pound for pound, the industry's best law firm.
Perhaps the most collegial working relationship of my career was with Brian Carlis of Stark and Stark. Few lawyers ever served their clients better. Well known for his gentleman's demeanor coupled with the tenacity of a skilled litigator, Brian extracted arbitration and regulatory settlements that eluded others; and when settlement wasn't an option, he pounded it out in the middle of the ring.
More recently, I had the pleasure of working with Rob Herskovits, who just opened his own law practice in New York City. Rob's knowledge of Wall Street's legal and regulatory issues, coupled with his impressive litigation skills make him among the most formidable lawyers that I have known. He is emerging as among the industry's most feared yet respected practitioners.
Finally, this commentary would not be complete without at least a passing reference to colleagues with whom I had the pleasure of working over the years. Among my favorites NASD attorney colleagues were Tom Wiltrakis, Frank Sanclemente, and Kal Nekvasil. Among my favorite associates at my own law firm were Jenice Malecki, Sheryl Anne Zuckerman, Andy Russell, Avi Mizrachi, and, sadly, Vincent Liberti, who died far too young and had such awesome potential.
If I've missed or forgotten anyone, I apologize -- it's been a long career and any omission was unintentional.
Within the next few days, I will likely be announcing my affiliation with a law firm, one where I hope to finish out my legal career. I've had several offers and engaged in quite a few discussions -- so this has been a decision that's been a while coming. I'm excited by this one last chance to lace up the gloves. Stay tuned!
Bill Singer
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