Gerstman PLLC is a premier New York City law firm rooted in lobbying, government relations, and regulatory advocacy. With decades of experience navigating the halls of Albany and City Hall, we are known for our unmatched ability to influence policy, protect client interests, and open doors within the most complex government systems.

Our core mission is to advocate for businesses, industries, and organizations that seek to engage with government—from shaping legislation and policy to facilitating regulatory approvals and public-sector opportunities. We serve as the go-to firm for those who need more than just legal advice—they need results.

While lobbying is the foundation of our firm, our work extends beyond influence. We offer targeted legal services to support our clients’ broader strategic goals, particularly in areas where government intersects with business. This includes a robust commercial real estate practice, where we guide clients through leasing, transactions, and the regulatory hurdles often associated with opening or expanding in New York. Our real estate team is directly supported by our lobbying division, giving clients a unique and critical edge in navigating New York’s complex public and regulatory environment.

One of our most dynamic areas of specialization is education and education technology. We represent and advise edtech companies looking to grow their footprint in public education systems. Through our affiliated EdTech consulting group—led by nationally respected entrepreneur and investor Jon Hagmaier and other renowned education experts—we provide high-level strategy, access, and support for companies that want to scale in this highly regulated space.

Our ability to deliver exceptional client service stems from how we are organized. Gerstman PLLC is led by a single managing partner who exercises full authority—much like a CEO. This structure eliminates the confusion, competing priorities, and internal friction that often come with multi-partner firms. Every client benefits from unified leadership, clear direction, and coordinated action across all departments. We maintain a team of high-level attorneys, government relations professionals, and business experts who work in sync under a single vision: to move quickly, decisively, and always in the client’s best interest.

We are not a generalist firm, and we don’t try to be everything to everyone. We focus on a defined set of disciplines where we are leaders. Gerstman PLLC doesn’t just practice law—we build influence, shape outcomes, and drive growth for our clients in government, business, and beyond.