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Laurence A. Levy focuses his practice on political law and campaign finance in both national and state matters. Additionally, Larry advises clients on regulatory matters before federal and state agencies, internal investigations, white collar defense, organization and operation of non-profit entities, cybersecurity, litigation and ethics.

Prior to joining the firm Larry represented clients in the above fields in private practice, as well as serving as Chief Counsel to the Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee, and as a Director and Counsel to Giuliani Partners, a security and business development firm. Larry served three New York City Mayors as Special Counsel and served as the Inspector General of the City’s Law Department and Office of the Mayor. From 1997 through 2001, Larry was Deputy Counsel to Mayor Giuliani. In that capacity he was involved in all aspects of city governance, including economic development, emergency management, public safety, ethics and crisis management.

Concentrations

  • Campaign finance and election law
  • Governmental and administrative law
  • Investigations
  • White collar defense
  • Regulatory issues
  • Cybersecurity
  • Non-profit corporations
  • Ethics

Capabilities

Experience

  • Director, Chairman, Compensation Committee, Command Security Company, 2008-2011
  • Adjunct Assistant Professor, Fordham University School of Law, 1993-2002
  • Adjunct Assistant Professor, St. John’s University School of Law, 1995-2001
  • Deputy Counsel, New York City's Office of the Mayor, 1997-2001
  • Administrative Law Judge, NYC, Department of Sanitation, 1980-1982
  • Assistant District Attorney, Bronx County, 1976-1980

Recognition & Leadership

  • Team Member, City & State, "Top 50 NYC Lobbyists," 2021 
  • Team Member, Best Lawyers in America®, "Top Listed – Government Relations," 2018
  • Recipient, Lawyer of the Year, Republican National Lawyers Association, 2017
  • Chairman, America's Camp Foundation, 2002-Present
  • President, Republican National Lawyers Association, 2014-Present
  • Pro Bono Counsel, Nassau County Police Department Foundation, 2013-Present
  • Board Member, National Law Enforcement and Firefighter's Children Foundation, 2002-Present
  • Board Member, September 11th Families Association and 9-11 Tribute Center, 2003-Present
  • Advisory Board, Elevate New York
  • President, Twin Towers Fund, 2001-2003

Credentials

Education
  • J.D., St. John's University School of Law
  • B.A., State University of New York at Stony Brook
Admissions
  • New York
  • Supreme Court of the United States
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York