Meister Seelig & Schuster, PLLC Earn Multiple Rankings in Chambers USA 2026
New York, NY – June 2026 – Meister Seelig & Schuster, PLLC is proud to announce that the firm and six of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA, one of the legal profession’s most respected and sought-after legal rankings publications. The rankings highlight the firm’s strength in commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense & investigations, real estate law, and sports law, reinforcing Meister Seelig & Schuster, PLLC’s position as a leading law firm serving clients throughout New York and across the United States.
The firm received the following 2026 Chambers USA practice rankings:
Litigation: General Commercial – Highly Regarded (New York)
Litigation: Specialist Firms in White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (New York)
In addition, the following attorneys were individually recognized for their outstanding legal work and client service:
Litigation: General Commercial – New York
- Alexander Pencu
- Christopher Major
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Investigations – New York
- Henry Mazurek
- Ilana Haramati
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt – New York
- Scott A. Newmark
Sports Law – Nationwide
- Mitchell Schuster
A notable milestone for the firm this year is the recognition of Ilana Haramati, who earned her first-ever Chambers USA ranking in Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Investigations. Her debut ranking reflects both her growing distinction in the white-collar defense bar and the exceptional results she delivers for clients facing significant legal challenges.
“These rankings reflect the trust our clients place in us and the exceptional work our attorneys perform every day,” said MSS Chairman, Mark Seelig. “We are particularly proud to celebrate Ilana’s first Chambers recognition alongside the continued success of our commercial litigation, white-collar defense, real estate, and sports law practices.”
Published annually, Chambers USA ranks the nation’s leading law firms and attorneys through an extensive independent research process that includes client interviews, peer feedback, and analysis of representative matters. Chambers rankings are widely regarded as among the most prestigious distinctions in the legal industry.
About Meister Seelig & Schuster, PLLC:
Meister Seelig & Schuster, PLLC (MSS) is a multiservice law firm headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Connecticut, California, and New Jersey. For over 30 years, MSS has represented individuals and businesses across diverse practice areas, including litigation, crisis management, real estate, corporate, criminal defense, family law, intellectual property, patent, employment, tax and trusts & estates. Known for its entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative approach, and commitment to integrity, MSS is dedicated to helping clients achieve their objectives with practical solutions and strong advocacy.
Attorneys Involved:
Alexander D. Pencu
Partner
Practice Area:
Commercial Litigation
,
Cross Border Disputes
Office: New York
adp@mss-pllc.comChristopher J. Major
Partner
Practice Area:
Commercial Litigation
,
Cross Border Disputes
Office: New York
cjm@mss-pllc.comHenry E. Mazurek
Partner
Practice Area:
Criminal Defense & Investigations
Office: Los Angeles, New Jersey, New York
hem@mss-pllc.comIlana Haramati
Partner
Practice Area:
Criminal Defense & Investigations
Office: New York
ih@mss-pllc.comMitchell Schuster
Administrative Partner, Partner
Practice Area:
Crisis Management
,
Commercial Litigation
,
Taxation & Estates
Office: New York
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