Atty. Dina Hamerman

Atty. Dina Hamerman

Drawing on more than two decades of litigation experience, Dina combines her deep knowledge of the New York federal and state courts with an aggressive, pragmatic approach to dispute resolution. Dina focuses her practice on complex civil litigation and government investigations.

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Profile Summary

About Dina Hamerman at a glance

Dina Hamerman is a business and litigation attorney based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Yankwitt LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York. Educated at Columbia University (JD, 2002) and New York University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026). Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Drawing on more than two decades of litigation experience, Dina combines her deep knowledge of the New York federal and state courts with an aggressive, pragmatic approach to dispute resolution
  • Dina focuses her practice on complex civil litigation and government investigations
  • A former circuit court clerk, Dina also co-leads the firm’s Appellate Practice with colleagues Benjamin Allee and Ross Morrison and serves as the firm’s executive director
  • Dina represents a diverse roster of clients, from large national companies in the hospitality and pharmaceutical industries to mid- and small-size companies on contract matters, business divorces and intra-family disputes in New York state and federal court
  • In addition, her keen understanding of civil procedure makes her a highly sought-after local counsel to out-of-state law firms and litigation counsel to transactional attorneys
  • Dina started her career at New York City firm Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, where she focused on white collar defense and general commercial litigation matters
  • She conducted internal and external investigations under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Securities and Exchange Act and state insurance laws
  • She also represented clients in product liability and commercial disputes
  • After graduating from Columbia Law School, Dina served as a federal law clerk to Judge Alfred M. Wolin of the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and Judge Leonard I. Garth of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit

Practice Areas Explained

Dina Hamerman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dina Hamerman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in White Plains are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dina Hamerman

Where is Dina Hamerman's law office located?
Dina Hamerman's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Yankwitt LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dina Hamerman handle?
Dina Hamerman focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Dina Hamerman go to law school?
Dina Hamerman earned their education at (JD, 2002); (BA).
How can I contact Dina Hamerman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dina Hamerman received?
Dina Hamerman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Practice Areas

Education

JD
Columbia University
- 2002
BA
New York University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation, Future Star, 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for inclusion in New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2020-2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 914 Inc. Women in Business, 2021
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York

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