Expansion
"In 2024, while building on our corporate and securities foundation, the Firm made a strategic push to expand our Insurance Practice Group, alongside our continued growth in our Litigation, White Collar and Regulatory Practice Areas."
Lawrence Metelitsa, Partner
Expansion
"In 2024, while building on our corporate and securities foundation, the Firm made a strategic push to expand our Insurance Practice Group, alongside our continued growth in our Litigation, White Collar and Regulatory Practice Areas."
Lawrence Metelitsa, Partner
Capital Markets Attorney Peter Campitiello Joins Lucosky Brookman as Partner
We are honored that Peter Campitiello has joined Lucosky Brookman as a Partner. Peter brings exceptional depth of expertise, with over two decades of experience in corporate law, securities transactions, and mergers and acquisitions. His distinguished career includes a notable tenure at McCarter & English, where he established himself as a trusted advisor in complex corporate matters.
Peter's practice is characterized by his relationship-driven approach to client service, evidenced by his long-standing client relationships that have spanned decades. His ability to forge and maintain these enduring professional partnerships aligns perfectly with Lucosky Brookman's client-centric culture and values.
As a key addition to our Capital Markets practice, Peter's extensive experience in corporate and securities transactions significantly enhances our firm's capabilities and strategic growth initiatives. His proven track record in managing sophisticated corporate matters and his deep understanding of securities law strengthens our ability to serve our clients' evolving needs.
Peter's arrival represents a significant milestone in the expansion of our Capital Markets group, further solidifying our position as a leading firm in this practice area. We are confident that his wealth of experience and client-focused approach will contribute substantially to our firm's continued success and our clients' business objectives.
Corporate and Real Estate Attorney Michael Krueger Joins Lucosky Brookman as Partner
We are delighted that Michael Krueger has joined Lucosky Brookman as a Partner in our Corporate and Real Estate Practice Groups. Michael brings a versatile and dynamic practice that significantly expands our firm's service offerings and capabilities.
His distinguished practice encompasses representing an impressive and diverse clientele, including current and former professional athletes, high-net-worth individuals, and real estate developers. Michael has also established himself as a trusted advisor to growing companies and startups, demonstrating his ability to guide clients through various stages of business development.
As a key addition to our Corporate and Real Estate Practice Groups, Michael's broad expertise enhances our firm's ability to serve clients across multiple sectors. His multifaceted experience adds valuable depth to our practice areas while bringing an additional layer of professional presence to our service offerings.
We are confident that Michael's diverse skill set, and proven track record will significantly contribute to our firm's continued growth and success, while providing our clients with expanded access to sophisticated legal counsel across various practice areas.
Strategic Leader and Insurance Coverage and Defense Litigator Mary-Ellen Wyatt King Joins Lucosky Brookman as Partner
Mary-Ellen’s multifaceted practice encompasses complex insurance coverage litigation, commercial disputes, and catastrophe-related matters, with over two decades of experience representing insurers and companies across multiple jurisdictions. Her strategic approach to litigation and proven track record of successful outcomes has established her as a distinguished practitioner in sophisticated insurance and commercial matters.
With 22+ years of experience, Mary-Ellen has developed comprehensive expertise in both legal advocacy and operational leadership. Her practice focuses on complex insurance coverage disputes, including first-party and third-party matters, large loss insurance defense, mass tort litigation, and catastrophe litigation. She has played a pivotal role in managing insurance litigation following major hurricanes nationwide, including Katrina, Sandy, Harvey, and Ida, while representing multiple National Flood Insurance Program Write-Your-Own carriers.
Her expertise significantly enhances our firm's litigation capabilities, particularly in matters involving insurance coverage disputes, extra-contractual liability, and claims under the Texas Insurance Code and Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Mary-Ellen's proven success in achieving favorable outcomes through settlement, motion practice, and trial positions our firm to deliver comprehensive litigation services to clients across Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, and federal courts nationwide.
The opening of our Texas office, led by Mary-Ellen, marks a significant expansion for Lucosky Brookman. We are particularly pleased that Mary-Ellen has brought her exceptional team with her, including Marty Sadler, Samantha McCoy, Ian Sadler, Angelita Vences, and Suzette Alfaro.
Mary-Ellen's appointment as President of the Austin Bar Association further validates our commitment to community leadership and relationship building in new markets. Together, they have already established deep connections in the Texas legal community while delivering outstanding results for our clients in such a short period of time.
White Collar and Regulatory Attorney Evan Gotlob Joins Lucosky Brookman as Partner
Evan brings distinctive expertise from his tenure as a former Assistant U.S. Attorney, coupled with a solution-oriented approach that aligns seamlessly with our firm's results-driven philosophy.
His distinguished background in white-collar matters and regulatory compliance has established him as a strategic problem-solver in complex legal scenarios. Evan's practice is characterized by his ability to navigate intricate regulatory landscapes while maintaining a focused commitment to achieving practical solutions for clients.
As a key addition to our White Collar and Regulatory Practice Group, Evan's experience significantly enhances our firm's capabilities in this critical area. His unique combination of prosecutorial experience and defense expertise strengthens our ability to provide comprehensive counsel to clients facing sophisticated regulatory challenges.
We are confident that Evan's proven expertise and dynamic presence will play a pivotal role in expanding our white-collar capabilities as we move into 2025 and beyond. His positive energy and professional acumen contribute not only to the technical strength of our practice but also to the collaborative culture that defines our firm.
Insurance Litigator and Coverage Expert Marty Sadler Joins Lucosky Brookman's Texas Office as Partner
Marty’s practice encompasses sophisticated insurance litigation and coverage matters, with particular emphasis on first-party property insurance coverage, bad faith claims, and catastrophe litigation. His strategic approach to complex insurance matters has established him as a distinguished practitioner in Houston's legal community.
Based in our Houston office, Marty brings comprehensive expertise in managing complex insurance disputes across various policy types, including builder's risk, commercial general liability, and specialized coverage for rarities and collectibles. His practice focuses on sophisticated loss scenarios, including business interruption claims and matters involving intricate coverage limitations and exclusions.
His expertise significantly enhances our firm's insurance litigation capabilities, particularly in matters involving commercial and residential hurricane, wind, and hail losses. Marty's experience extends beyond traditional insurance litigation to include service as an expert witness on attorneys' fees, claim handling, and coverage issues in Texas state and federal courts. He has also established himself as a trusted appraiser and arbitrator in large commercial property insurance disputes.
A graduate of Baylor University School of Law with a concentration in Civil Litigation, Marty brings valuable depth to our Insurance Coverage and Defense Group. His multifaceted experience in general litigation, product liability, and commercial law matters, combined with his insurance expertise, strengthens our ability to provide comprehensive counsel to clients across Texas.
Insurance Coverage and Defense Attorney Shannan Holder Starkey Joins Lucosky Brookman as Partner
Shannan’s national practice encompasses comprehensive insurance coverage and defense litigation, with particular emphasis on complex coverage matters and bad faith litigation. Her strategic approach to handling sophisticated insurance matters has established her as a key presence in the Florida market while strengthening our firm's national insurance practice capabilities.
Previously based in Florida, Shannan has developed extensive experience navigating multifaceted insurance coverage disputes across multiple jurisdictions. Her practice focuses on representing insurance industry clients in complex matters, providing strategic counsel for coverage disputes, and defending against bad faith claims.
Her expertise in insurance coverage and defense litigation enhances our firm's ability to serve insurance industry clients on a national scale. Shannan's addition establishes a strong foundation for our presence in the Florida market while expanding our capabilities to handle sophisticated insurance matters across jurisdictions.
Shannan brings valuable depth to our insurance practice, combining regional expertise with national reach. Her experience in managing complex coverage disputes and bad faith litigation significantly strengthens our firm's ability to provide comprehensive counsel to insurance industry clients throughout the United States.
Distinguished Patent Attorney Jean-Marc Zimmerman Joins Lucosky Brookman as Partner
Jean-Marc’s practice encompasses comprehensive intellectual property matters, with particular focus on patent prosecution and complex IP litigation. His extensive technical expertise and strategic approach to protecting intellectual property assets has established him as a distinguished practitioner in this sophisticated field.
Previously, Jean-Marc has devoted decades to developing and protecting clients' intellectual property portfolios, combining deep technical knowledge with litigation prowess. His practice focuses on comprehensive IP strategy, including patent prosecution, portfolio management, and high-stakes patent litigation across multiple industries.
His expertise significantly enhances our firm's intellectual property capabilities, bringing valuable depth to both our prosecution and litigation practices. Jean-Marc's technical background and extensive experience in managing complex IP matters strengthens our ability to provide sophisticated counsel across multiple practice areas.
Jean-Marc brings critical expertise to our Intellectual Property and Litigation Practice Groups, combining technical acumen with litigation experience. His proven track record in protecting clients' IP assets and managing complex patent matters positions our firm to deliver comprehensive intellectual property services to clients across various industries.
Lucosky Brookman Welcomes Exceptional Class of First-Year Associates, Strengthening Firm's Future
We are delighted that five newly-minted attorneys have joined Lucosky Brookman as first-year associates. Winnie Zhong, Allison (Suolian) Chen, Jeff Paolone, Morgan Hertz, and Caitlin Oakley join our firm, bringing diverse perspectives and dynamic energy to our practice groups.
This talented group of associates has already demonstrated their commitment to our firm's core values through their participation in our comprehensive onboarding program. Their integration exemplifies our dedication to developing the next generation of relationship-focused, results-driven attorneys who understand that client success is built on both technical excellence and strong professional relationships.
Through immersive training and hands-on experience, these associates are positioned to contribute meaningfully to our firm's continued growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional client service. Their addition reflects our ongoing investment in cultivating talented legal professionals who will help shape the future of our practice.
Texas Office Expansion Marks Major Strategic Growth
In a significant milestone for 2024, Lucosky Brookman's Texas office has quickly established itself as a dynamic force in the Southwest legal market under the leadership of Mary-Ellen King, who also achieved the prestigious appointment as President of the Austin Bar Association this year. This dual role reflects both her exceptional leadership and our firm's growing influence in the Texas legal community.
The office's success stems from an exceptional team including Samantha McCoy, Ian Sadler, Angelita Vences, and Suzette Alfaro, who have rapidly built deep connections throughout the Texas legal community while delivering outstanding results for our clients. The addition of Marty Sadler has further strengthened our position, particularly in insurance litigation, expanding our capabilities in this crucial practice area.
In its inaugural year, the office has already handled significant matters and built lasting relationships with key clients and community stakeholders. This rapid success validates our expansion strategy and demonstrates our ability to replicate our relationship-focused approach in new markets while maintaining the high standards of service that define Lucosky Brookman. The Texas office's achievements showcase our firm's ability to execute strategic growth initiatives while preserving our core values of excellence, community leadership, and strong client relationships.
