BMM Life

We know our people are at the heart of who we are and how we operate as a team. Creating a nurturing, inclusive and engaging law firm culture that is reflective of our firm’s core values is key to BMM’s success.  Whether social connections, a desirable work life balance, career development opportunities or communication norms, our overarching culture empowers us on a human level to better help employees, clients, and business.

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is delighted to announce the addition of two Associates, Danielle Stewart, Esq. and Ishra Razzaq. Danielle will join our Toxic Tort team, while Ishra will join our General Litigation team. We are genuinely thrilled to welcome these talented professionals and appreciate their decision to join our firm. Their expertise and insights will contribute to our ongoing success, and we eagerly look forward to their impact on our team.
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Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC would like to congratulate Alexander Fagone for being admitted as an attorney in New York State last week! To celebrate this achievement, a few of our BMM employees got together to raise a toast to him. Great job, Alex! Your hard work has paid off, and this accomplishment is truly well-deserved.

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC organized our 6th volunteer initiative with God's Love We Deliver! Here’s what BMM employees had to say:

“Our day at GLWD was a great experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the feeling of teamwork and camaraderie that I felt while working alongside others to give back to a community in such great need. I am so glad that the firm is community-minded and enjoyed spending time with employees and interns outside of the office.” Shawnette Fluitt- Partner


“Working with such a great team from BMM to serve our community was very rewarding. We were split into food preparation and packaging, and together, we were able to help God’s Love, We Deliver, ensure close to 1000 meals would be sent out to those in need.” Hailee Lansville- Summer Associate


“Volunteering at GLWD with BMM was definitely a memorable experience and one of the highlights of my 2L summer!  I had fun giving back while connecting with the BMM team.” Helen Bamiro- Summer Associate


“Volunteering at GLWD to help others in our community was a truly rewarding experience. It was great to spend time and work hands-on with fellow BMM employees and interns to put together meals for those who need them most. The experience reinforced the importance of community service and the positive impact we can have when we collaborate and dedicate our time to a meaningful cause.” Alexander Fagone- Associate

“My experience at GLWD is such a blessing. Helping people in need has always been something I’ve loved to do. Watching videos of real-life people and their situations helps to make the experience of what we do even greater. Preparing and packaging meals is always a pleasure. Everything was prepared with extra love.”  Maliyah Graham- Paralegal

"Our group may have been small, but we packed hundreds of nutritious meals in just a few hours. As a result, many people in need will now be fed. BMM cares for and gives back to the community." - Wendy Zeng, Summer Associate

God's Love We Deliver (GLWD) is a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious, individually tailored meals to people facing HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other serious illnesses. Their mission is to improve the health and well-being of people living with severe illnesses by alleviating hunger and malnutrition.


Visit GLWD: https://glwd.org

Our 2024 Summer Associates Christiane Piezas and Wendy Zeng from New York Law School, Helen Bamiro and Will Russell from Fordham University School of Law, and Hailee Lansville, Jackie Gemici, and Brendan Lee from Brooklyn Law School have been making significant contributions to our firm for over a month now. Their adaptability and strong commitment to their work showcase the exceptional guidance they've received from our attorneys. We continue to look forward to the unique perspectives and skills they'll bring to our team, fully acknowledging the valuable impact this experience will have on their future legal careers. Here's their feedback on their time with us thus far:

- "A real learning environment!"

- "The welcoming, open-door policy is genuine and doesn’t feel hierarchical."

- "Best hands-on experience!"

- "Being in court and observing different styles within the firm and court is eye-opening."

- "We are doing work that will give us confidence for the future."

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC recently held a 50/50 raffle fundraiser supporting Pride Month and Pride in Action.

When doing fundraising events, we look for organizations that are in line with the vision of our owners. Our firm owners Suzanne Halbardier and Alex Malino believe that supporting our youth now will help them be successful in the future. The Trevor Project, is a non-profit organization that provides 24/7 suicide prevention and crisis intervention services for LGBTQ+ young people. We hope that this contribution will help create a more inclusive and loving world for LGBTQ+ youth, offering them the support and bright future they truly deserve.

Our lucky raffle winner was Senior Associate Ashley Johnston who decided to donate all of the funds to the Trevor Project. We thank her and would also like to express our gratitude to the employees who generously contributed to the fundraiser. Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC matched the donation of our employees as our contribution to The Trevor Project.

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is proud to congratulate Krina Modi, Esq. for being sworn in as part of the Fordham University School of Law group admission to the Supreme Court of the United States. We are genuinely proud of her achievement and thank her for sharing her inspirational story in this video.

June is Men's Health Month. It is important for men to educate themselves about the health issues they may encounter and what steps they can take to improve their overall health. To bring Men's Health Month to a close, we would like to highlight one of our outstanding Partners, William Joyce.

Here’s what Bill has to say:

How do you manage stress levels as a Partner?
“Have interests and passions outside of work. Have a good sense of humor. Try not to take things personally.”

What special efforts do you make to ensure you are in good mental and physical health?
“I coach, bake, read, and train for Spartan races. I am home for dinner with my family every night. I practice yoga a few minutes per day.”

What’s one helpful tip you would give other men struggling with their mental or physical health?
“Start small. Find a group of like-minded people. Spend time with friends and family. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.”

Yesterday, BMM's annual Summer Event took place at the breathtaking Le District Restaurant, with a stunning waterfront view. It was an amazing opportunity for everyone to unwind, mingle, and enjoy great food, refreshing beverages, and laughter. This was a fantastic way to kick off the summer season and show appreciation for each other's hard work, dedication, and effort!

This week, Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC extends a warm welcome to Olivia Becker, our new paralegal working with the Toxic Torts reporting to Bill Cooney.  We are also excited to welcome the rest of our 2024 Summer Associates, Christiane Piezas, Jackie Gemici, Hailee Lansville, and Wendy Zeng. The summer associates will be working closely with our experienced Partners and Associates in our General Litigation and Mass Tort Division.  The BMM team is committed to providing our Summer Associates with support and guidance that will enable them to thrive this summer and in their future careers in the legal field.

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC welcomes Brendan Lee, Helen Bamiro, and Will Russell, our first group of 2024 Summer Associates, who joined the firm this week. Our students will gain hands-on practical experience working under the leadership of our Partners and Associates in our General Litigation and Mass Tort Division.

We eagerly anticipate providing a supportive, enriching experience and guiding the students to develop the skills necessary for their future careers. We are looking forward to the remainder of Summer Associates starting with us next week!

This week we celebrated all the hardworking BMM mothers and motherly figures who bring so much value to our firm. We are so thankful for the consistent effort and sacrifices they make on a daily basis. It’s an honor to work with such dedicated women who are excellent workers as well as mothers. Here are a few of the mothers we celebrated this past Monday!

May 8th was National Receptionist Day, and we wanted to highlight our receptionist, Erin Fallon. Despite her short time here, Erin has proven to be a valuable addition to the BMM team. Her intelligence, hard work, and creativity have been evident as she has successfully managed various tasks within the firm. We deeply appreciate Erin and look forward to the additional value she brings to BMM!

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC organized our 5th volunteer initiative with God's Love We Deliver! Here’s what BMM employees had to say:

 “After my first volunteering experience last year with BMM, I knew that I had to volunteer again, at least once a year. This experience was even more precious and rewarding, as I got to work with people I knew and those I hadn’t known before. We are so fortunate to be able to create core memories with each other both inside and outside of the office :) I will always cherish these experiences and memories with the BMM family—hopefully, one day I will get to meet everyone at the office 😆 .”- Jackie Lee

“I found it to be an amazing and enriching experience! To contribute and be of service was a joy! 😊”- Tasheena Peel


“My experience at GLWD was extremely rewarding!” – Lynda Liebhauser


“It felt great to volunteer again. I worked with Melissa, Suzie, and Tracey this time, packing food. It was nice to get to know them more and learn that we have similar interests in TV shows. I can't wait to attend again!”- Tabia Smith
 
“I’m happy I was able to attend. Knowing that we were able to help people in need was rewarding, and I’m grateful for the experience.”- Melissa Wolin

 

“It was a very rewarding experience and a nice way to give back.”- Tracey Mapou


God's Love We Deliver (GLWD) is a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious, individually tailored meals to people facing HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other serious illnesses. Their mission is to improve the health and well-being of people living with severe illnesses by alleviating hunger and malnutrition.

 Visit GLWD: https://glwd.org

Barry McTiernan & and Moore organized our 4th volunteer initiative with God's Love We Deliver! Here’s what BMM employees had to say:

“Volunteering for GWLD was such a beautiful and warming experience. I got to work alongside Jason and Usha preparing plates and labeling/packing. We created a system that worked for us to achieve the goal quickly and efficiently. I cherished every moment, and I’m glad we were able to be a part of the process of helping those in need of a healthy meal.”- Maliyah Graham

 

“I enjoyed working with the GLWD as I got to see how people with disabilities are cared for by people who care for them.  I worked with Tabia and other volunteers by helping them in the bakery section where we labeled the deserts and packaged cornbread.  It was a pleasure to be a volunteer.” Shaleem Grant

“Worked hard for a great organization.  It was remarkable how many healthy meals they are able to crank out for folks who really need them.” – Jason Riemer

“It was great to volunteer for GLWD for the second time. I worked with Shaleem and a few retired ladies in the bakery section. It was amazing to see how much people truly enjoy volunteering and showing up with a positive attitude to serve the community!”- Tabia Smith

“Volunteering for GWLD was such an amazing experience I had. I love giving back to our community. The experience was more unique and fun when you could share that with great coworkers like Maliyah and Jason. We prepared plates and labeling/packing, and it was a great team effort. I am extremely happy to give back and put a smile on those who are in need.” – Usha Subryan

God's Love We Deliver (GLWD) is a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious, individually tailored meals to people facing HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other serious illnesses. Their mission is to improve the health and well-being of people living with severe illnesses by alleviating hunger and malnutrition.

Visit GLWD: https://glwd.org

Barry McTiernan & and Moore organized our 3rd volunteer initiative with God's Love We Deliver! Here’s what BMM employees had to say:

“This was such a rewarding experience. Doing our part, as a firm, to help others felt great.”- Ryan Rayder

“God’s Love We Deliver is an amazing organization. I greatly enjoyed participating and learning about the ways this organization helps so many people. I hope to participate again soon.”- Samantha Perlowitz

“It was a great experience to come together with coworkers to help support and feed those in need. I can't wait to volunteer again!”- Tabia Smith

“This was a wonderful team-building experience. God’s Love We Deliver makes a tangible difference in the lives of people and it felt great to be able to contribute to this. I would highly recommend this to others and hope to attend a session soon!”- Edoardo Maffia

“What a fantastic team-building experience. They worked hard and we got a lot accomplished. A great way to give back and spend an afternoon!”- Alex Malino

God's Love We Deliver (GLWD) is a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious, individually tailored meals to people facing HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other serious illnesses. Their mission is to improve the health and well-being of people living with severe illnesses by alleviating hunger and malnutrition.

In support of breast cancer awareness and research, Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC held a 50/50 raffle fundraiser and matched the donations to the winner’s charity of choice. The winner of the raffle was Associate, Edoardo Maffia and he decided to donate all proceeds in memory of his mother Maura Guida Maffia.

In total, BMM donated $1,000 to The Breasties organization which is the first all-inclusive nonprofit organization that creates a community for survivors, previvors, stage 4 thrivers, and caregivers impacted by breast and gynecologic cancers.

Barry McTiernan & Moore was happy to organize a Back-to-School Drive to collect school supplies for teacher, Latricia Dendy, and her 6th graders at East Bronx Academy. The drive was able to help students from low-income households access the necessary materials they need to thrive in their education. To this day, many Black, Latino, and Native American students and students from low-income households enter classrooms without enough books, technology, and supplies.

To show our support BMM matched the supplies that employees donated to ensure many students were able to receive supplies to help them throughout the school year.

Testimonials

  • Shaleem Grant

    Secretary

    As I approach my first year with BMM, my experience has been great! My co-workers were super helpful from day one and we have great communication. BMM is a great place to work, do not hesitate to ask questions because everyone is willing to help, and just be yourself.

  • Samantha Perlowitz

    Associate

    My experience at BMM has been amazing! Everyone is super friendly and always there to answer any questions I may have. I am excited to continue to learn and grow at BMM.

  • Patricia Sullivan

    Partner

    My years at BMM are akin to those spent growing up within a family. I am a “lifer,” having started my journey here while still in law school, progressing as an associate and working my way to partner status. As in any family, there have been joys and losses, successes and failures, stressors and fun days. 42+ years later, there is much to look back upon, with gratitude, for a work-life well spent and full family life, with precious memories.