Whether assisting clients with employment law issues or representing them in litigation, Mark provides clients with what they need, when they need it.
As a member of Phillips Lytle’s Labor and Employment Practice Team, Mark assists clients with policies and compliance issues related to, among other things, wage and hour laws, employee personnel policies and practices, noncompete agreements and other restrictive covenants, employment discrimination, unfair labor practices, general commercial contracts and the legalization of cannabis in New York and other states.
In addition to his ability to guide clients regarding compliance with federal, state and local laws, Mark has extensive experience litigating in both state and federal courts and arbitration proceedings. He defends clients against claims ranging from simple contract disputes to complex class-action ERISA cases. Additionally, Mark represents both businesses and individuals seeking to protect their rights and interests. In his practice, Mark has handled litigation for clients across multiple industries, including, but not limited to, construction, real estate, advertising, health care and trucking.
Named to The United States District Court for the Western District of New York Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2021-2022, 2024
New York State Bar Association Empire State Counsel Program, 2021
Education & Admissions
Education
University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D., summa cum laude, 2018
St. John Fisher College, M.S., 2012
Alfred University, B.A., cum laude, 2010
Admitted to Practice
New York
Maryland
District of Columbia
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Judicial Clerkships
Hon. Timothy E. Meredith, The Court of Special Appeals of Maryland, 2018-2019
Experience
Representative Matters
Successfully obtained injunctive relief for a multimillion dollar company enforcing a noncompete and nonsolicitation agreement against a former vice president to protect the company’s interests.
Routinely provides guidance to employers seeking to update their handbooks and policies on topics such as the legalization of cannabis in New York State and implications in the workplace.
Represented a trucking company in matters alleging violations of New York State and federal wage and hour laws.