
Edward E. Kopko, Esq.
Edward Kopko is the firm’s senior partner and lead trial attorney.
Mr. Kopko is a respected high-stakes trial attorney, having successfully tried more than 500 cases in his distinguished career. He frequently represents clients in notable civil, criminal and commercial litigation, zealously advancing their interests and often recovering substantial money damages.
Mr. Kopko began his career as a prosecutor in Pennsylvania, where he prevailed in an extraordinary arson-murder jury trial. After moving into private practice, his unmatched string of successful verdicts grew, as did his reputation as a savvy courtroom tactician and a go-to advocate for high-profile clients dealing with situations. Known as a fierce litigator, he has zealously represented athletes, politicians, actors, executives, musicians, judges, law enforcement officers.
Outside of the courtroom, Mr. Kopko deftly defends his clients in the court of public opinion and is equally adept at keeping clients away from the media’s spotlight. The matters he works on frequently capture the public’s attention.

Jason Violette, Esq.
- Bachelor of Music Ithaca College 1996
- Attended SUNY Buffalo Law School one semester 2011-2012
- Read the law under the Court of Appeals Law Office Study Program
- Sat for New York State Bar, Admitted to New York State Bar 2018
- Experience in the following, among other things:
- Personal injury/medical malpractice
- Wills, estates, probate, estate administration
- Family Law
- Working in law firms since 1999
Tristyn M. Ahart, Paralegal