Matthew Funk, Construction Attorney in New York
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Construction and Workers Comp
Senior PartneratPasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
New, NY
Practicing construction in New York since 1999.
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Matthew Funk is a senior partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Construction and Workers Comp. Matthew has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP.
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- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 27 years
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- Construction · Workers Comp
- Handles Construction and Workers Comp matters from New York, NY.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Matthew Funk: Matthew Funk is a senior partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Construction and Workers Comp. Matthew has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP.
Areas of practice
Matthew's practice areas in New York
Matthew concentrates on construction and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in New York
Matthew takes construction 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in New York
Matthew takes workers comp 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Matthew Funk, construction attorney serving New York
Matthew Funk is a senior partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Construction and Workers Comp. Matthew has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP. Matthew works from New York and takes on construction matters across the region.
Mr. Funk, senior partner at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP, handles workers compensation cases for the firm.
He received his undergraduate degree from Albany University in 1995 and later went on to earn his Juris Doctorate degree from Brooklyn Law School in 1998. He has been practicing law since 1999 and became a partner at the firm in 2007. He is the current President of the New York Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA). He is also the Co-Chair of the NYSTLA Workers' Compensation Committee and a member of the Legislative Committee, No-Fault Committee and Labor Law Committee. Since 1999, he has written for the NYSTLA Decisions program. He has lectured at the Decisions program for the past two years on the topic of Workers' Compensation.
Matthew serves on the Executive Board of the Injured Workers Bar Association, participating in online round table discussions regarding the rights of injured workers. He is a Workers Compensation Committee member of the New York Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH). Matthew regularly lectures on the workers compensation law to various labor organizations. Currently, he is actively engaged in extensive workers compensation litigation.
In 2017, Matthew was honored with a City & State Corporate Social Responsibility Award in the Law sector.
In 2023, Matthew was selected to Super Lawyers, a designation of top-rated practicing attorneys selected through extensive evaluation, in the area of workers’ compensation.
Professional Associations and Memberships
• Named to Super Lawyers list in the area of workers compensation, 2023
• New York Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA)
• Injured Workers Bar Association
• New York Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH)
How Matthew handles construction matters
Mr. Funk, senior partner at Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP, handles workers compensation cases for the firm. He received his undergraduate degree from Albany University in 1995 and later went on to earn his Juris Doctorate degree from Brooklyn Law School in 1998. He has been practicing law since 1999 and became a partner at the firm in 2007. He is the current President of…
Who Matthew represents
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction and workers comp matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Matthew studied and practices
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 1998
Albany University
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Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
New York
1999 · ACTIVE
Matthew studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and — in Albany University.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and — in Albany University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Matthew Funk's office in New York
Matthew's primary office is at 551 5th Avenue, Suite 520, New York, NY, 10176. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP
551 5th Avenue, Suite 520
New York, NY 10176
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How to hire Matthew Funk — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Matthew
Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew Funk
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in New York typically take?
Simple construction 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside New York?
Matthew 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 — Matthew 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 Matthew?
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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new construction clients right now?
Matthew'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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