Donna Aldea Featured in The New York Times as Top Appellate Attorney

Donna Aldea, partner and head of appellate and post-conviction litigation, is frequently recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field of appellate law, and was recently featured in the New York Metro Super Lawyers magazine insert in The New York Times in the article, “When Trial Courts Get It Wrong, She Makes It Right.”

Firm Welcomes Alexis Epstein

Before joining Barket Epstein, Ms. Epstein worked for the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office and the Legal Aid Society of New York City, two of the most prestigious public defender offices in the nation.

John LoTurco Obtains Acquittal in Assault Case

Our partner, and head of our Suffolk County office, John H. LoTurco, obtained an acquittal on behalf of a client who was charged with Assault in the 3rd Degree. The incident occurred at a professional sporting event at the UBS Arena.

Firm Sponsors WABC Radio for National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

Our firm is known for staying engaged in our communities across New York, which is why we were honored Steven Epstein had an opportunity to promote safe driving habits over the holiday season as part of the firm’s sponsorship of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month on WABC Talk Radio.

Huntington High School Mock Trial Program Continues Apace!

John LoTurco recently judged a Huntington High School Mock Trial scrimmage. Mr. LoTurco is a 1984 graduate of Huntington High School, and was the Mock Trial Team’s attorney coach from 2014 until 2022. The mock trial program was founded by his son while a student at the high school.