Thanon Rezvi is a distinguished and uniquely qualified lawyer, admitted to practice in both England, Wales and the State of New York. Called to the English Bar by the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn in October 2018, Thanon began his legal career with a strong foundation in advocacy after the completion of his Bachelors of Law in London. His subsequent admission to the New York Bar in June 2025 further expanded his ability to serve clients. Thanon has demonstrated exceptional leadership and skill in managing complex disputes in the courtroom. His meticulous approach to case preparation, coupled with his keen negotiation acumen, has resulted in numerous favorable resolutions for the firm’s clients. Thanon’s ability to zealously negotiate, craft compelling pleadings, mediation memoranda, and settlement proposals has consistently delivered outcomes that align with our clients’ strategic objectives. His keen understanding of New York law has led to his role as head of the Pre-Litigation Department at Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, where his unwavering commitment to client’s demands has resulted in a reputation for securing favorable outcomes. Beyond his professional achievements, Thanon is deeply committed to serving underrepresented communities and advancing access to justice. As part of his extracurricular endeavors, he participated in Street Law in London, UK, where he provided pro bono legal education to prisoners, empowering them with knowledge of their rights and legal recourse. This experience underscored his belief in the transformative power of legal advocacy and reinforced his dedication to public service. While working at Andrews Bernstein & Maranto, Thanon has played a pivotal role in providing legal services to the Bangladeshi community, offering culturally sensitive and accessible counsel to people injured as a result of the negligence of others. His work has not only strengthened the firm’s ties to this vibrant community but has also fostered trust and goodwill among its members.

Yuriy Yaroslavskiy’s was born in Ukraine and moved to Brooklyn, New York as a young boy, where he has resided ever since. In high school, he realized that law was his true calling. While only a senior in high school, Mr. Yaroslavskiy was able to secure an internship with one of the best criminal defense attorneys, Barry E. Schulman. At the Law Offices of Barry E. Schulman, Mr. Yaroslavskiy worked on high-profile cases that dealt, among other, money laundering and drug conspiracies. Mr. Yaroslavskiy graduated from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and obtain his law degree from Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center where he pursued studies in litigation, criminal and matrimonial law. Just after his first year, Mr. Yaroslavskiy received an award for being one of the top oral advocates, honor is given to students who excel at courtroom presentations. During his final years in Law School, Mr. Yaroslavskiy interned at the prestigious United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York and Kings County District Attorney’s Office, where he worked at the gang bureau. He concluded his final year of Law School as a student prosecutor at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office. At the end of his studies in law school, Mr. Yaroslavskiy developed a passion for matrimonial law. After graduation, he worked for some of the best litigators in the industry. He first learned the ropes from a fierce, skilled, and arguably the most intimidating matrimonial practitioner, Yonatan S. Levoritz. There, Mr. Yaroslavskiy had a chance to work on complex matrimonial matters that deal with equitable distribution, child custody and support, and orders of protection. After parting ways with Mr. Levoritz, Mr. Yaroslavskiy joined a prestigious boutique firm of Spodek Law Group where he honed his skills as a courtroom attorney. Mr. Yaroslavskiy enjoys spending his time with his wife and son. He is an avid hockey fan who is a die-hard New York Rangers follower.

George Akst received his B.A. in Economics from Boston University in 1972. He attended The Hague Academy of International Law in the Netherlands in 1973 and received his J.D. from Fordham Law School in 1976 where he was a member of the Urban Law Journal. He was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1977 and is admitted to practice in the New York Federal Courts and US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. He has been a Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association since 1984 where he has spoken on numerous topics, including visas for artists, athletes, and entertainers. He is a member of the Union Internationale Des Avocats, the Paris based International Bar Association, where he has spoken on such various issues as U.S. visa investment opportunities and human trafficking. Mr. Akst is a former Adjunct Professor of Business and Real Estate Law, at both Long Island University and at the Borough of Manhattan Community College from 1979-1981.

Leslie Akst earned her B.A. in Psychology from Wellesley College in 1973. She graduated from Princeton University with an M.A. in Psychology in 1975, and from Fordham Law School with a J.D. in 1978 where she was also a member of the Law Review. As a member of the Fordham Law Review, she published an article on the New York Art Market. Mrs. Akst is admitted to the New York State and Federal Bars. Before joining Akst & Akst, she clerked for the Surrogate of New York County. Upon joining Akst & Akst, she acted as a closing counsel for Chemical Bank’s residential mortgage department for four years where she represented the bank in numerous mortgage closings.

Mr. Frank Mavroudis has been licensed for 37 years, is full of knowledge, and is eager to help you with your case.

Joseph P. Nichols was born in Norwood, New York. He was admitted to the bar in 1983. He was a former member of the Library Board in Malone, a Committee Chairperson for Troop 61 Boy Scouts, and a Finance Committee member of the Diocese of Ogdensburg and Past President of the Franklin County Bar Association. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the New York Trial Lawyers Association, Franklin County Bar Association and St. Lawrence County Bar Association. Joseph Nichols, who practices law in Malone, New York, and serves St. Lawrence, Franklin and Clinton County was selected to Super Lawyers for 2015 – 2021. This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Super Lawyers selection process takes into account peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors.

Keith Gilman grew up in Queens County, New York. He attended Hunter College High School in Manhattan, where he lettered in baseball and bowling. Mr. Gilman graduated with honors from the University of Miami, and completed a year of undergraduate study at Oxford University in England. While in law school at St. John's University, Keith was a published author and editor for the St. John's Journal of Legal Commentary, and worked in the Litigation Bureau at the New York State Attorney General's Office. Mr. Gilman has specialized in the field of plaintiff's personal injury law over the past three decades and has recovered millions of dollars for clients during that span including substantial verdicts that have been published in the Jury Verdict Reporter. Because he is bilingual, Mr. Gilman is able to provide direct, face to face counsel to our Spanish speaking clientele. Mr. Gilman is an active member of the Queens County Bar Association and has served as an Arbitrator and Mediator in resolving attorney-client conflicts. He is admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York. In his spare time, Mr. Gilman volunteers as President of the Board of Managers at his Homeowners Association. He also enjoys traveling with his wife and two children.