Edgar N. Romano

Edgar N. Romano is a highly respected workers’ compensation lawyer with decades of experience guiding clients through complex claims. He focuses his practice on representing injured workers in cases involving occupational exposure, asbestos, industrial irritants, and other workplace hazards. Known for his detailed preparation and clear communication, he works to ensure each client understands their rights and receives strong support throughout the legal process.

Edgar earned his Bachelor’s, cum laude, from Brandeis University and later completed his J.D. at The John Marshall Law School. His education provided a strong base for the analytical skills and disciplined approach that define his work. Over the years, he has continued to deepen his knowledge through ongoing legal training and by lecturing to labor groups and medical professionals on key issues in workers’ compensation law.

With a long record of leadership, Edgar has served as the Past President of major workers’ compensation organizations and has held advisory roles with important workplace safety and medical monitoring programs. His guidance has supported efforts to improve protections for injured workers on both the state and national levels. He is also involved in multiple professional associations dedicated to advancing fair treatment and strong legal representation for workers.

Edgar N. Romano has earned wide recognition for his work, including honors for lifetime achievement, trial excellence, and consistent selection to leading attorney lists. He is also a Fellow of a nationally respected workers’ compensation college, reflecting his high standards of practice. Across every stage of a case, Edgar remains focused on delivering clear advice and effective advocacy, helping clients navigate difficult situations with confidence and support.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New York State Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Jewish Lawyer’s Guild
• Member, Who’s Who in American Law
• Past Chair, American Association for Justice, Workers Compensation Section
• Past President, Society of New York Workers’ Compensation Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brandeis University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  

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