Attorneys-at-Law · Midtown Manhattan
Education law is what we do.
We are a midtown Manhattan law firm that focuses in the areas of Education Law, Labor and Employment Law, Developmental Disabilities Law, Civil Rights Law, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, and Corporate Law.
What we do
Practice Areas
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Education Law
We are a boutique law firm specializing in education law. Our firm's founding partner, George Shebitz, was the Deputy Director of Legal Services for…
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Labor & Employment Law
As counselors and attorneys, we give advice to our clients on the full range of labor and employment matters. Employees, employers, and unions come…
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Developmental Disability Agencies
As general counsel to some of the largest operators of residential facilities and other programs for developmentally disabled individuals in New York State, we…
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Administrative Law
We have substantial experience in dealing with all levels of government on issues affecting public and private education institutions from preschools to colleges, as…
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Civil Rights Law
Many civil rights laws were enacted in order to prevent discrimination based on membership in certain classes, and eliminate the effects of offensive or…
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Corporate Law
We have vast experience in creating schools of all kinds. We have formed, merged, and consolidated numerous schools for children with disabilities, related services…
About the firm
A boutique practice, with the reach of a much larger one.
Welcome to Shebitz Berman & Delforte, P.C. We are a boutique law firm located in Midtown Manhattan known far and wide for our work in the field of Education Law. We are a leader in the field. While our Education Law practice is dynamic and encompasses many different areas of law, our primary areas of focus also include Labor and Employment Law, Developmental Disabilities Law, Civil Rights Law, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law and Corporate Law. For over 25 years we have created and represented public and private education institutions large and small, from preschools to colleges, as well as championed the rights of individuals.
Education Law is what we do; it is our passion, and that passion is what sets us apart. It is the reason why most of our clients have stayed with us for many years, and why we are really good at what we do. To learn more about how we can partner with you to protect your interests, please do not hesitate to call us.
You can reach us 212-832-2797.
Insights
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Federal Court Restores School Mental Health Grants: What New York Schools Need to Know
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Let’s talk about your matter.
Call 212.832.2797 or send us a note and a member of the firm will be in touch.