Meet Rosanna
Rosanna Shamash
Supervising Partner
Hofstra University School of Law
Admitted: New York
STATISTICALLY SIGNIFICANT
You might assume Rose’s knack for numbers would be underutilized in the legal arena. In fact, she puts it to use winning cases.
“I have a mathematical approach to law. When I examine a case, numbers run through my mind. What’s the case worth? What’s the potential exposure to the client? How can I settle quickly and save the client money?” she asks.
Today, as a supervising partner and a founding partner of our construction practice, Rose oversees multiple national accounts, strategic settlement planning meetings with clients and injured employees, and a team of associates and partners. “As a mother of six, leading a team comes naturally,” she laughs. A gifted problem-solver, Rose also leads seminars for brokers, employers, carriers, and third-party administrators.
Rose enjoys the specialization involved in workers’ compensation. “Similar issues are litigated on a weekly basis, which allows us to develop deep expertise. It’s also fast-paced and keeps me on my toes.”
With a high case volume and diverse clientele, Rose’s mathematical approach makes perfect sense. “I learn the specifics of countless job descriptions as it’s critical to understand the role of the injured worker. The more rigorous you are, the better a litigator you’ll be.”
An avid traveler who speaks English, Hebrew, Italian, and Farsi, Rose carves out time to explore cultures around the world. “It’s wonderful family time, but travel also helps me better connect with clients, judges, and attorneys of all backgrounds,” she says.
Grit in the courtroom, graciousness in life. It’s a formula that’s hard to beat.
