March 16, 2021 (New York) – Recognizing the 100 most influential lawyers in New York state, Proskauer partners Michael Cardozo, Betsy Plevan and Paul Salvatore were named to New York City & State’s 2021 Law Power 100 List for the third consecutive year.
City & State’s 2021 Law Power 100 List is based on “who’s having an impact in New York’s political and government spheres and features prominent public officials, top legal advisers and powerful prosecutors at the local, state and federal level.”
Michael Cardozo, litigation partner and New York City’s corporation counsel during the Bloomberg years, was noted for representing city agencies as well as major sports leagues, and chairing a state commission that recently recommended against pay raises for state lawmakers and judges.
Betsy Plevan, labor and employment partner, was recognized for helping Charter defend itself against allegations of age and gender discrimination from a group of female NY1 anchors, reaching an undisclosed settlement late last year.
Paul Salvatore, labor and employment partner, was noted as a heavyweight in the real estate industry, serving such clients as the Real Estate Board of New York and The Related Cos.
The list also noted Proskauer’s recent recognition as a “Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality” and among the “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News Media Group.