Peter J. Famighetti - Profile

Peter is a fervent and devoted advocate. With over a decade of experience, Peter has represented individuals in various legal venues, including the Federal District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, as well as in state courts within the area. He has acted as legal counsel for both defendants and plaintiffs in a wide range of employment litigation cases, from individual disputes to class actions. Recently, Peter achieved a significant victory in a Federal Court trial involving a First Amendment retaliation claim. He is well-versed in navigating arbitration panels and administrative bodies, such as the New York State Division of Human Rights, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and New York City's Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings. In addition to his courtroom successes, Peter has a track record of securing favorable outcomes for clients through mediation and arbitration processes. Prior to establishing Famighetti & Weinick, Peter served as a Deputy County Attorney for the Nassau County Attorney’s Office, representing the county and its departments in employment and labor law matters, including negotiating contracts with labor unions. Before venturing into private practice, Peter held the position of Senior Associate at a respected employment law firm in Long Island and New York City, where he honed his skills in managing a diverse caseload of employment-related cases.