Zachary S. Perecman

Zach Perecman is a New York personal injury attorney and Managing Business Officer at The Perecman Firm, representing victims of construction accidents, ladder falls, premises liability, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries throughout New York City. He is known for his meticulous case preparation and relentless advocacy on behalf of seriously injured clients. Zach focuses heavily on construction accident litigation, including falls from ladders and scaffolds, falling objects, unsafe work sites, and claims brought under New York Labor Law Sections 240(1), 241(6), and 200. He represents injured workers against property owners, contractors, and major insurance carriers to secure maximum compensation. Recent Case Result: • $1,650,000 settlement for an electrician’s apprentice who suffered a serious back injury after falling from an A-frame ladder on the job Additional Notable Results: • $19,000,000 settlement for a construction worker who suffered catastrophic injuries • $5,000,000 premises liability settlement following a unanimous jury verdict • $4,000,000 wrongful imprisonment recovery after successfully overturning a lower court decision before the New York Court of Appeals These results reflect Zach’s aggressive litigation strategy and deep understanding of complex injury and appellate matters. Zach began his career at The Perecman Firm as a paralegal, inspired by witnessing his father, founder David Perecman, fight for injured clients. He has since worked in nearly every role within the firm, giving him a comprehensive understanding of case strategy and client advocacy. Today, he remains deeply involved in both litigation and firm leadership. He earned his B.S. in Business Management from the University of Miami and his J.D., magna cum laude, from New York Law School, where he was a John Marshall Harlan Scholar and Law Review editor. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star (2018–2025) and Best Lawyers Ones to Watch (2020–2025). Zach approaches every case with precision, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Zachary S. Perecman included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors John Marshall Harlan Scholar, affiliated with the Justice Action Center at New York Law School Other Sources of Feedback About Zachary S. Perecman Included on the 2025New York Metro Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2022 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2021 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2020 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2019 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2018 New York Metro Super Lawyers list

• Attorney

• Honorable Justice Sallie Manzanet-Daniels, Judicial Intern, 2013
• The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. , Law Clerk, 2010 - 2015

• Center for Justice and Democracy

• New York, 2015
• New Jersey, 2016

• Civil Justice Through the Courts (Member)
• New York State Trial Lawyers Association (Member)
• New York County Lawyers Association (Member)
• Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
• Super Lawyers
• National Trial Lawyers
• NYSTLA