Overview

Ehsan Akbari is senior counsel in WSHB’s New York office. Ehsan focuses his practice on the defense of New York Labor Law, professional liability, and premises liability matters. Ehsan has extensive experience defending owners, developers, general contractors, and corporations throughout New York State in high-exposure matters. He is licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.

Mr. Akbari received his law degree from Boston College Law School and his undergraduate degree from Davidson College, where he was also a member of the Cross Country and Track and Field teams.

Credentials

Education

  • Boston College Law School (J.D., 2016)
  • Davidson College (B.A., 2012)

Licensed to Practice in

  • New York
  • New Jersey
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York

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Honors & Recognitions

  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® recognition for Litigation - Construction in New York, NY (2026)

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