For the third consecutive year, Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. (R&E) has been named among Crain’s New York City Best Places to Work, reaffirming the firm’s long-standing commitment to its people and culture. The 2025 ranking places R&E at No. 37, a significant rise from No. 59 in 2024 and No. 98 in 2023. Crain’s New York Business partners with Workforce Research Group each year to conduct a comprehensive, two-part evaluation of thousands of NYC-based employers. The process includes an in-depth review of workplace policies, practices, and demographics, as well as confidential surveys in which employees rate their company’s culture, engagement, benefits, and work-life balance.
“Being named among Crain’s New York Business Best Places to Work for a third year is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our employees,” said Michael E. Lefkowitz, Managing Member. “We are proud to offer an employee-centric culture that prioritizes personal-professional balance and making sure our team has the support and resources they need to grow, succeed, and deliver their best for our clients.” This year’s honor comes as R&E continues to expand both in size and the range of services it offers, building on its well-established strengths in real estate transactions, tax, zoning, and regulatory counsel. The firm’s strategic growth has been matched by an intentional focus on cultivating top talent and supporting professional development across every level of the organization.
Founded in 1975, R&E celebrated its 50th anniversary earlier this year, having grown from a two-person partnership to a firm of 180-plus professionals advising many of New York’s most prominent owners, lenders, investors, and commercial tenants. The firm has earned multiple ‘Best Places to Work’ honors recognizing its employee-first culture that supports work-life balance and enables its professionals to thrive. The recognition underscores the importance of workplace culture in the legal industry, where talent retention and satisfaction are critical for long-term success. As R&E climbs the rankings, it highlights how a focus on employee well-being can drive organizational growth and client service excellence.
