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Szczepanowski joins Brown Altman & DiLeo, LLP

Lidia Szczepanowski

Melville, NY According to Brown Altman & DiLeo, LLP, Lidia Szczepanowski is joining the firm as Senior Counsel. Szczepanowski is an experienced litigator, and trial attorney.

As Senior Counsel at Brown Altman & DiLeo, LLP, Szczepanowski will lead the firm's litigation and trial practice and as a seasoned attorney with a three-decade career and former owner of her own successful law practice, Szczepanowski's recognized achievements will be a substantial benefit and resource for the firm’s clients.

Her knowledge of contract negotiation, corporate governance, and litigation has consistently delivered invaluable benefits to a diverse clientele, encompassing corporate entities, individuals, and nonprofits. Szczepanowski's practice areas include business, construction, insurance, labor, real estate, and foreclosure law and litigation. Lidia provides pragmatic legal and business solutions to clients, personifying the core values of “success, professionalism, and entrepreneurship.”

Among her many endeavors, Szczepanowski is the Founder of the National Organization for Women's Safety Awareness (NOWSA), she has worked to raise awareness and empower women on issues related to personal safety and self-protection. In addition, Szczepanowski serves as the Secretary on the Advisory Council of Nassau Suffolk Law Services, contributing her legal expertise to further access to justice and equal opportunities.

She also holds advisory positions on both the New York Boutique Lawyers Networking Group (NYBLNG) and Above and Beyond VIP Concierge, Inc.

Szczepanowski was nominated for Best Lawyer in the Long Island Press "Best of Long Island" contest in 2011, 2012, 2014 and 2015. Szczepanowski's influence on Long Island's business landscape was recognized by Long Island Business News, which named her among the Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business in both 2012 and 2015. Her commitment to public service was acknowledged with the Woman of Distinction Award from New York State Assemblyman Andrew Raia and citations and proclamations from numerous other governmental entities.

"I am absolutely thrilled and honored to join Brown, Altman & DiLeo LLP as their Senior Counsel. Working alongside the accomplished partners Keith, David, and Michael is a tremendous opportunity. I am excited to collaborate with the entire Brown, Altman & DiLeo team, and contribute my expertise and dedication to further the firm's commitment to excellence in legal representation," said Szczepanowski.

“We are proud to have Lidia become part of our family at Brown Altman & DiLeo,” said the firm’s managing partner, David Altman. “Lidia’s experience, talent and drive adds depth to our practice, and she will surely be an invaluable asset to the firm’s clients and our community.”

Partner Keith Brown said, “We are very excited to have Lidia join the firm. She brings to the table a tremendous amount of litigation experience and has really set herself apart as a leader both in and out of the courtroom. We are delighted to add her to our strong legal team and cannot wait to see the things she will do!”

Partner Michael DiLeo said, “Lidia is a talented, dynamic, and experienced attorney. We are excited to have Lidia join the Brown Altman & DiLeo team.”

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