Erica R. Lerner

Erica R. Lerner is an experienced civil litigator with a focus on tort litigation. With a career spanning over a decade, they began their legal journey in 2012 as a paralegal, accumulating valuable experience before attending law school. Erica has since established themself as a skilled litigator in New York State with a focus on tort litigation. Erica handles a wide range of civil matters, including New York Labor Law, medical, dental and podiatric malpractice defense, automobile and premises liability defense, employment law, corporate litigation and commercial litigation. Erica also counsels business owners and healthcare providers on risk management strategy and has guided physicians through various disciplinary proceedings.

Erica obtained their Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Benjamin N. Cardozo Law School in 2020, building upon their strong foundation in legal knowledge and skills. Prior to law school, Erica completed undergraduate studies at Sarah Lawrence College and the University of Oxford, Wadham College. Additionally, Erica is fluent in Spanish and is a published translator.

Throughout their career, Erica has achieved noteworthy accomplishments and experiences. While in law school, they served as a summer clerk for Hon. Lisa A. Sokoloff in the New York Supreme Court, gaining valuable insights into the workings of the court system. Erica also interned in the Appeals Division of the New York City Law Department, contributing to the drafting of a Supreme Court brief for a significant Second Amendment case. Additionally, Erica worked as a Student Assistant District Attorney at the New York County District Attorney’s Office, further honing skills in criminal law and trial advocacy.

Outside of the office, Erica is a writer, visual artist, martial arts practitioner, runner, long-distance hiker and dancer. They also enjoy spending time with their family and their dog.