Steven J. Lee
Partner
Experience
Steven Lee practices commercial and civil litigation with a focus on construction, development, property management, maintenance, and related industries. He also counsels and defends clients in a wide range of general liability and employment matters and has extensive experience in both state and federal courts. In this capacity, Steven focuses much of his practice on New York State Labor Law, catastrophic fire loss, and complex litigation.
Prior to joining private practice, Steven was president and founder of a New York City-based contracting company regularly performing complex construction projects, including direct communication and oversight with engineers, architects, designers, clients, subcontractors, tradesmen, inspectors, and employees. This experience has equipped him with an understanding of the on-the-ground realities of the construction industry and invaluable insights into the business needs and operational concerns of construction owners and managers.
During law school, Steven earned his JD cum laude and was awarded an International Law Honors Concentration while also participating in the International Moot Arbitration Competition in Vienna, Austria. He was also a Pro Bono Scholar and co-founded and headed the Veterans Legal Assistance Program at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law during the years 2013-14.
Industries
Honors & Awards
New York Metro Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2020-24
Background
Admissions
- New York
- U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Education
- Hofstra University School of Law, J.D., 2015
- Pro Bono Leadership Award, May 2015
- Public Service Certificate―Gold Level, May 2015
- President’s Pro Bono Service Award―Law School Group, New York State Bar Association, May 2014
- State University of New York at Geneseo, 2000
Professional Affiliations
- Korean American Insurance and Finance Association (KAIFA); Board Member: Secretary
- Korean American Lawyers of Greater New York (KALAGNY), Member
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