Amiad Kushner

Practice areas

International, Business Litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Bankruptcy: Consumer, Securities Litigation

Focus areas

Arbitration, Mediation

Amiad Kushner, an esteemed attorney, serves as a partner and heads the litigation department at Seiden Law, situated in New York, New York. Boasting a wealth of two decades of experience, he has cultivated a remarkable reputation in handling pivotal court cases and arbitrations spanning across the United States, Asia, and Europe. His primary focus lies in high-stakes trials, arbitrations, and appeals, with a notable track record in safeguarding the interests of investors and victims of fraud. Mr. Kushner possesses extensive expertise across a diverse range of legal areas, including contract disputes, securities fraud, bankruptcy, receivership matters, and the enforcement of judgments.

Graduating in 1997 from The University of Chicago, Mr. Kushner went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law in 2003. During his tenure in law school, he distinguished himself as the editor of the Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology. Admitted to practice in all New York state and federal courts, he also holds admission before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Circuits.

Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Kushner has been deeply immersed in international litigation cases within the confines of U.S. courtrooms. He has adeptly navigated numerous cases that involve the intricate interplay between U.S. and foreign laws. Furthermore, his prowess extends to international arbitration, where he has achieved remarkable success stories, including securing a substantial $475 million award for a client during a fiercely contested evidentiary hearing in Hong Kong, presenting compelling arguments against a Chinese state-owned entity, and obtaining a New York order based on fraud allegations, among other accomplishments.

Beyond his legal acumen, Mr. Kushner is not only committed to his clients but also actively engages in various pro bono initiatives. His advocacy on behalf of a 24-year-old underprivileged woman incarcerated in a New York State prison serves as a testament to his dedication. Moreover, his outstanding volunteer work has earned him the John K. Geiger Commitment to Justice Award.

The name Amiad Kushner is synonymous with excellence, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to achieving justice. He continues to be a valuable asset to the legal profession, leaving a lasting impact on those he represents. Additionally, he frequently contributes articles to legal publications and serves as a speaker at conferences, sharing his insights and knowledge with the broader legal community.

Before joining his current firm, Mr. Kushner garnered substantial legal experience through positions at prestigious law firms in New York. It is worth noting that Amiad Kushner is a debt relief agent who assists individuals in seeking bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.