Our Story
Punch Legal Services was established in 1998 by founding partner James T. Punch, a Harvard Law graduate with a vision to create a law firm that combined big-firm expertise with boutique-firm personal attention. What began as a three-attorney practice in a modest Manhattan office has grown into one of the most respected full-service law firms in the tri-state area.
Over the past 25+ years, we have represented thousands of individuals, families, and businesses across a wide spectrum of legal matters. Our growth has been driven not by aggressive marketing, but by the powerful word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients who have experienced the Punch Legal difference firsthand.
Today, our firm comprises over 50 attorneys practicing in more than a dozen areas of law, supported by a dedicated team of paralegals, legal researchers, and administrative professionals. Despite our growth, we remain true to our founding principles: every client deserves personalized attention, clear communication, and fierce advocacy.
Our Foundation
To provide accessible, high-quality legal representation that protects our clients' rights, advances their interests, and delivers measurable results. We believe that exceptional legal service should be available to everyone, regardless of the complexity of their case.
To be recognized as the premier law firm in the nation for client-centered legal services, known for our innovative approach to complex legal challenges, our unwavering ethical standards, and our commitment to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Integrity in every action, excellence in every case, compassion in every interaction, and accountability in every outcome. These four pillars guide everything we do, from how we counsel clients to how we conduct ourselves in the courtroom.
Our Journey
James T. Punch establishes the firm in Manhattan with a focus on corporate and commercial litigation, serving small and mid-size businesses.
The firm expands to include family law, criminal defense, and real estate practice areas, growing to 15 attorneys across two offices.
Punch Legal Services is recognized by the National Law Journal as one of the Top 100 law firms for client satisfaction and case outcomes.
With offices in five states and over 50 attorneys, Punch Legal Services now serves clients nationwide with the same personal touch.
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Giving Back
At Punch Legal Services, we believe that our responsibility extends beyond the courtroom. We are deeply committed to serving the communities where our clients and employees live and work.
Each year, our attorneys dedicate over 5,000 hours of pro bono legal services to individuals who cannot afford representation. We partner with legal aid organizations, homeless shelters, and community centers to provide free legal clinics covering tenant rights, immigration assistance, and family law matters.
Our Punch Legal Foundation awards $100,000 annually in scholarships to aspiring law students from underrepresented communities, ensuring the next generation of lawyers reflects the diversity of the people they serve.
Whether you need legal representation or want to join our team, we'd love to hear from you.