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Paul Elyash

Associate

NY – New York
T: 212.365.5419 | F: 212.434.0105

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Paul specializes in workers’ compensation defense, with experience as a legal compliance specialist representing retail energy marketers in state regulatory affairs before the New York State Public Service Commission, and advocating for injured workers in workers’ compensation hearings. As legal counsel, Paul represents self-insured employers, insurance carriers and third-party administrators. This includes guiding clients through the entire claims process—from initial hearings to subsequent appeals before the Workers’ Compensation Board.

Paul’s responsibilities involve in-depth research and analysis of medical records, affording him a thorough understanding of the medical aspects of each case. He has extensive experience conducting depositions with medical experts, and maintaining effective communication with opposing counsel, medical professionals, claims adjusters and employers. Paul uses his knowledge of legal precedents and strategic decision-making to craft probable outcomes of cases. He has authored memoranda and meticulously reviewed legal briefs to support various legal positions, ensuring accuracy and adhering to relevant legal principles, before filing case pleadings with the Workers’ Compensation Board. Additionally, Paul actively participates in claims negotiations and drafts comprehensive settlement agreements for resolution of workers’ compensation matters.

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