Taryn E. Cannataro, Employment Attorney in New York
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Taryn E. Cannataro is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment. Currently practicing at Lowenstein Sandler LLP.
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- New York, NEW YORK
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- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
About Taryn E. Cannataro: Taryn E. Cannataro is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment. Currently practicing at Lowenstein Sandler LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Taryn E. Cannataro
Taryn concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Taryn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New York
Taryn 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 Taryn agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Taryn E. Cannataro — Attorney of New York employment experience
Taryn E. Cannataro is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment. Currently practicing at Lowenstein Sandler LLP.
As part of Lowenstein Sandler LLP's Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits group, Taryn provides counsel to clients on all aspects of employee benefits and executive compensation matters. Working closely with corporate executives, private companies —from start-ups to private equity firms— and public companies across a broad array of industries, she consistently focuses on providing sophisticated and efficient legal services that align with and enhance her clients’ business objectives.
Taryn advises on all aspects of compliance and plan design related to tax-qualified plans, health and welfare plans, non-qualified deferred compensation plans, equity and equity-based plans, incentive compensation plans, ERISA fiduciary and disclosure obligations, prohibited transaction rules, and complicated Section 409A issues.
In addition, she frequently advises on the compensation and employee benefits aspects of corporate transactions, including the negotiation of transaction documents, complex Section 280G and Section 409A matters, and the negotiation of employment arrangements; as well as consulting on the transition of employees and go-forward compensation and benefits.
Taryn also counsels both companies and executives on the design, drafting, and negotiation of executive compensation arrangements, such as employment, equity, incentive compensation, bonus, change in control, and separation agreements. She works closely with her clients to understand their goals and is proactive in her counsel.
Prior to joining Lowenstein Sandler LLP, Taryn worked as a tax manager in Deloitte Tax LLP's Global Employer Services practice group, where she assisted a wide variety of public and private companies with U.S. and international employee benefits and ERISA tax issues.
Taryn's approach to employment cases
As part of Lowenstein Sandler LLP's Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits group, Taryn provides counsel to clients on all aspects of employee benefits and executive compensation matters. Working closely with corporate executives, private companies —from start-ups to private equity firms— and public companies across a broad array of industries, she consistently focuses on providing…
Clients Taryn works with
Taryn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters across New York.
Credentials
Taryn E. Cannataro's legal education and bar admissions
Rutgers University–Newark
J.D. · 2012
Taryn studied at J.D. in Rutgers University–Newark.
Law school and academic background
Taryn completed J.D. in Rutgers University–Newark. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Taryn runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Taryn E. Cannataro
Taryn has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
Locations
Taryn E. Cannataro's office in New York
Taryn's primary office is at 1251 Avenue of the Americas, 17th Floor, New York, New York, 10020. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lowenstein Sandler LLP
1251 Avenue of the Americas, 17th Floor
New York, New York 10020
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How to hire Taryn E. Cannataro — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Taryn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Taryn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taryn'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; Taryn 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 Taryn
Taryn 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. Taryn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Taryn'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 Taryn E. Cannataro
How much does it cost to hire Taryn for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Taryn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Taryn offer a free consultation?
Taryn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taryn's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Taryn'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. Taryn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Taryn take my case if I'm outside New York?
Taryn 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 — Taryn 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 Taryn?
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. Taryn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Taryn accepting new employment clients right now?
Taryn'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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