Josh Schlenger is a seasoned commercial litigator who represents companies, investors and other business entities in high-stakes disputes in New York state and federal courts, as well as jurisdictions nationwide. His clients span market caps and industries, including financial services, commercial real estate, entertainment, aerospace, pharmaceuticals and manufacturing.
Drawing on extensive trial and appellate experience, Josh handles complex business disputes involving shareholder and partnership issues, business divorce, distressed assets, antitrust, trade secrets, securities fraud bankruptcy and other business torts. A skillful storyteller and problem solver, he is known for distilling complex facts and legal issues into clear, persuasive narratives that resonate with clients, opposing counsel and judges.
Josh aligns strategy with business objectives and focuses on practical results. Clients rely on him in all phases of litigation, from pre-suit counseling and negotiations through expedited proceedings, arbitration, trial and appeal. He is particularly effective at leveraging the dispute process to unlock value and drive resolution.
Josh is a member of the New York City Bar's Commercial Law & Uniform State Laws Committee, which makes recommendations to the New York Legislature regarding the adoption of the Uniform Law Commission's proposed Uniform Laws, as well as the City Bar's Ethics Committee. He is also co-editor of Sheppard’s New York Commercial Division Round-Up Blog, which focuses on key developments impacting New York civil and commercial practice.
Outside the office, Josh prioritizes his family, his community and his synagogue, where he has held several leadership roles. Baseball also plays a central role, whether he’s coaching his kids’ Little League teams or enjoying a game at Yankee Stadium.