John A. Beranbaum

John A. Beranbaum, Employment Attorney in New York

Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Sexual Harassment, and Whistleblower · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatBeranbaum Menken LLP

New, NY

Practicing employment in New York since 1982.

44+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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John A. Beranbaum is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Sexual Harassment, and Whistleblower. John has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Beranbaum Menken LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
New York, NY
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
Employment · Sexual Harassment · Whistleblower
  • Handles Employment, Sexual Harassment, and Whistleblower matters from New York, NY.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About John A. Beranbaum: John A. Beranbaum is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Sexual Harassment, and Whistleblower. John has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Beranbaum Menken LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters John takes on

John concentrates on employment, sexual harassment, and whistleblower. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in New York

John takes employment matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.

Sexual Harassment cases in New York

John takes sexual harassment matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.

Whistleblower cases in New York

John takes whistleblower matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet John A. Beranbaum — employment lawyer in New York

John A. Beranbaum is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Sexual Harassment, and Whistleblower. John has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Beranbaum Menken LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

John A. Beranbaum is a lawyer practicing sexual harassment and whistleblower, labor and employment. John received a A.B. degree from Yale University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years. John practices at Beranbaum Menken LLP in New York, NY.

John's approach to employment cases

John A. Beranbaum is a lawyer practicing sexual harassment and whistleblower, labor and employment. John received a A.B. degree from Yale University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years. John practices at Beranbaum Menken LLP in New York, NY.

Clients John works with

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, sexual harassment, and whistleblower matters across New York.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • New York University

    J.D. · 1981

  • Yale University

    A.B. · 1977

Jurisdictions

John's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1989 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey U.S. Supr

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1982 · ACTIVE

John studied at J.D. in New York University and A.B. in Yale University.

Law school and academic background

John completed J.D. in New York University and A.B. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

John's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Reginald Heber Smith Community Lawyer Fellowship Program, 1981-1983. Author: "Gross v. FBL Financial Services and Its Anticipated Impact on Employment Claims," N.Y.L.J., Aug. 2010

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  • "The Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act," N.Y.LJ., Dec. 2008

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  • "Reconstructing Constructive Discharge in the Second Circuit," N.Y.L.J., June 2007

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  • "Time to Revisit New York's At-Will Employment Doctrine," N.Y.L.J., July 2006

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  • "Civil Rights Remedies for Gender-Motivated Violence Act," N.Y.L.J., June 1998

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  • "Survey of Emotional Distress and Punitive Damages Awards in Excess of $400,000," The Employee Advocate (Fall 1998)

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  • "Kolstad v. American Dental Association: Punitive Damages Under Title VII," N.Y.L.J., July 1999

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  • "Overcoming the Farragher/Ellerth Affirmative Defense: An Annotated Set of Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents and Things," The Employee Advocate (Fall 2000)

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  • "Accommodating Leaves of Absence Under ADA," N.Y.L.J., July 2001

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  • "Reasonably Accommodating ADA Reassignments," N.Y.L.J., December 2001

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  • "Calculating Economic Damages in an Employment Case," Employee Rights Quarterly, Spring and Fall, 2002

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  • "Hiring Issues, Disability-Related Inquiries and Medical Examinations Under the ADA," HR Advisor, March/April 2002

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  • "Litigating State and City Law Discrimination Claims: Individual Liability

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  • Aiding and Abetting and Reasonable Accommodation," New York State Bar Association, Fall 2002

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  • "Economic Damages: Assumptions and Calculations," National Employment Lawyers Association, June 2003. Celesq. Attorney Ed Center, Online Faculty. Mediator, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York. Member: The Bar Association of the City of New Y

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  • New York State (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) and American (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) Bar Associations

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  • National Employment Lawyers Association, NY (Executive Board)

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  • NELA

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Locations

John A. Beranbaum's office in New York

John's primary office is at 80 Pine Street, 33rd Floor, New York, NY, 10005. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Beranbaum Menken LLP

80 Pine Street, 33rd Floor

New York, NY 10005

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Client feedback

Client reviews of John A. Beranbaum — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in New York.

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Hiring guide

How to hire John A. Beranbaum — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for John

John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about John A. Beranbaum

  • How much does it cost to hire John for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

    John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in New York typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can John take my case if I'm outside New York?

    John is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with John?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is John accepting new employment clients right now?

    John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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