Paul Cividanes represents clients in general liability and casualty law, defending premises liability, labor law and other personal injury claims. Paul defends cases from the claims stage through resolution. While strongly defending claims in litigation, Paul understands that clients often prefer prompt and cost-effective resolutions to liability claims. 

Paul also has experience defending employment discrimination, toxic tort, professional liability and transportation claims.

Areas of Focus

General Liability
In the general liability area, Paul has successfully handled premises liability claims brought against owners and quickly identifies any risk transfer opportunities.

    Education

    • Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2017)
      • Journal of Law and Policy
    • New York City College of Technology (B.S. Law and Paralegal Studies, 2011)

    Bar Admissions

    • New York
    • New Jersey

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York

Paul Cividanes

Paul Cividanes represents clients in general liability and casualty law, defending premises liability, labor law and other personal injury claims. Paul defends cases from the claims stage through resolution. While strongly defending claims in litigation, Paul understands that clients often prefer prompt and cost-effective resolutions to liability claims. 

Paul also has experience defending employment discrimination, toxic tort, professional liability and transportation claims.

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