Meet Our Attorneys

Jeff Herman is a nationally recognized trial lawyer and advocate for survivors of rape, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. Jeff is aggressive, passionate and skilled. If you have a civil sexual abuse case, Jeff is the attorney you want representing you.

Rachelle started her career working for a prominent insurance Defense firm where she gained invaluable experience defending insurance companies. This experience provided great insight for her later work representing Plaintiff’s in personal injury cases. Over the past 20 years, she has successfully…

Stacey H. Karpinski is a dedicated attorney. Stacey’s resolute persistence makes her a passionate advocate for victims of sexual abuse.

Stuart Mermelstein is a native of New York City. In 1981, he graduated summa cum laude from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.).

Adam Scalice is a Trial Attorney with Herman Law’s New York office. He has dedicated his practice to fighting for clients with serious injuries, both physical and psychological.

Alex Blanco is a dedicated attorney based in Buffalo, New York, committed to providing strategic, results-driven representation for survivors of abuse across New York state.

Allegra Rineer began her legal career working for a premier insurance defense firm, defending healthcare professionals from claims of malpractice.

Amber is a New York State-barred attorney with extensive experience in civil litigation. Prior to joining Herman Law, she specialized in motion work and personal injury defense litigation.

Ameer Benno is an experienced and accomplished trial and appellate lawyer. He takes great pride in seeking justice for those who have been injured by the wrongdoing of others and championing the rights of individuals who have been subjected to governmental abuses of authority.

Amy has learned that to get the best for clients you have to be willing to go to trial and has never failed to fulfill that promise.

Andrew Silvershein is a distinguished attorney known for his zealous advocacy on behalf of survivors of sexual abuse across the United States.

Arielle attended American University Washington College of Law on a full merit scholarship, where she delivered a speech as the class Commencement Speaker.

Arlen Litman-Cleper is an Attorney with over a Decade of litigation experience in US District Federal Courts and California State Courts.

Ashley is passionate about helping sexual assault victims seek the justice they deserve.

Avi Shoham is a dedicated and experienced attorney with a passion for helping clients navigate the often complex legal process to ensure their rights are protected and their voices are heard.

Benjamin is a senior associate at Herman Law in the New York Office, who utilizes his experience in both the criminal and civil litigation to realms to advocate for survivors of sexual assault and help them obtain the justice they deserve.

Blake J. Woodhall has developed a strong reputation as an effective trial lawyer and an ethical, civil member of the legal community during his 20+ years of practice. Blake is a dedicated advocate for individuals who have been victims of sexual abuse.

Brian has developed substantial trial experience in his years of private practice in the practice areas of personal injury, consumer protection, FELA, employment, and professional malpractice.

Britt Karp brings her experience representing both individual plaintiffs and corporate defendants to her passion for justice for victims of sexual abuse.

Carina Nixon is an experienced attorney with a deep-seated dedication to social justice and commitment to combating all forms of sexual abuse and violence.