Domenic Romano

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Domenic Romano: Attorney with Romano Law PLLC
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

“I’m passionate about helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses. I enjoy advising creative professionals on advancing their careers. Finding justice for people who have been wronged makes my day.” – Domenic Romano

Domenic is an experienced Corporate Lawyer and Entertainment Attorney. His practice covers Business, Media and Sports Law. He advises clients on Business Structuring, Business Divorce, Purchase & Sale of Businesses, Demand Letters, Litigation, Employment Disputes, Licensing, Esports, Film Finance and Complex Contract Negotiation.

You may have seen him on NBC, CBS, CNN, CNBC, HLN, Yahoo Finance, FOX Business News or on Bloomberg TV, as a legal commentator. Or you might have read stories in the New York Times, The Independent, TIME, Entertainment Weekly or Adweek, where Domenic has been quoted.

Before starting Romano Law in 2003, Domenic was a Corporate Lawyer at Jones Day, Hahn & Hessen LLP and Brown Raysman Millstein Felder & Steiner LLP and in-house legal counsel at a biotech firm, Pasteur Merieux Connaught in Toronto (now Sanofi Pasteur).

Domenic is on the board of the New York chapter of Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), the world’s largest community of business owners, with a mission to empower, grow and learn. He is President-Elect and current Forum Chair.

He is a member of the New York City Bar Association and the Brooklyn Bar Association. He is also in the Business Law and the Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law sections of the New York State Bar Association. Domenic is the Founding Member of the Business Lawyers Group, the Managing Partners Group and the Entertainment Lawyers Group in New York City, each a diverse network of seasoned attorneys.

Domenic is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (TV Academy) and an Emmy voter. He enjoys participating in TV academy events during this “platinum age of television”. He’s convinced that The Wire, The Sopranos and Breaking Bad are three of the best series ever made.

Domenic’s parents were both born in Italy. He is tri-lingual (English, Italian and French). He has completed 8 marathons (including New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Toronto, Vermont and Rome) and over 30 half-marathons. Domenic is a history buff who regularly enjoys a good laugh, but he takes his pizza seriously.

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Areas of Practice (27)

  • Business Law
  • Employment Law
  • Business Disputes
  • Entertainment, Media and Sports
  • Discrimination
  • Wrongful Termination
  • Wage and Hour Law
  • Labor and Employment
  • Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Wrongful Discharge
  • Severance Agreements and Packages
  • Employee Representation
  • Covenants Not To Compete
  • Employer Representation
  • Employment Law Counseling
  • State and Local Discrimination Claims
  • Labor Law
  • Union Issues and Related Matters
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Employment Law Training
  • Disability Discrimination
  • Reasonable Accommodation
  • Employment Contracts
  • Breach of Contract
  • Legal Advice
  • Legal Representation
  • Legal Review

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
McGill University, M.A., 1989; McGill University, B.A., History & Political Science, 1988; Oxford University in England, B.A., Jurisprudence, 1991
Law School Attended:
Columbia University School of Law, LL.M., International Business, 1992; Dalhousie University, LL.B., 1994
Year of First Admission:
1993
Admission:
1993, New York; 1996, Ontario; U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York; U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Memberships:
New York State Bar Association (Business Law and Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Sections).
Languages:
French and Italian
Certifications:
Professional Memberships Member of the New York City Bar Association Member of the Brooklyn Bar Association Member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (TV Academy), Academic Role Adjunct Professor at Columbia University Film School, teaching Entertainment Law for Filmmakers, Honors and Recognitions Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating, signifying the highest level of professional excellence Named to the New York Metro Super Lawyers list annually since 2015 Included in the Top 100 New York Metro Super Lawyers list since 2022
ISLN:
912216872

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$650 - $800/hr
Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, MasterCard, Other - ACH, Wire, Visa
Other Information
Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (22 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/03/22 in Business Law

    Domenic is an outstanding attorney. He is perceptive and sees the bigger picture. I have no hesitation in referring to Domenic.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 03/03/22 in Labor and Employment

    I've known and worked with Domenic for over a decade years. He's my go-to employment & entertainment counsel. He's helped many of my clients and friends over the years. He captains a great ship.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/03/22 in Business Law

    Domenic is a terrific lawyer. I have proudly recommended his services to friends and colleagues with great success.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/02/22 in Entertainment Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/02/22 in Entertainment Law

    Domenic is highly skilled in business law and entertainment law. He also has developed a... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/02/22 in Entertainment Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/02/22 in Communications and Media

    Domenic Romano is very professional in all respects. Domenic is very knowledgeable about the law, and in addition he is personable, practical, and has good insights. He guides both his clients and colleagues in ways that resolve the clients' issues... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/02/22 in Business Law

    Domenic Romano's has the keen ability to distill key issues of a particular matter and present them to the client in a practical, relatable fashion, which allows the client to make informed decisions at all junctures. He truly provides legal counsel... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/02/22 in Entertainment Law

    Domenic is a brilliant, electrifying attorney. He goes to the extreme to serve his firm's clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/02/22 in Business Law

    He’s great!

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4.9/5.0 (43 reviews)
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347-429-9416  Phone

www.RomanoLaw.com

www.romanolaw.com/legal-team/domenic-romano

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