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Gotham Government Relations Forms New York’s First State Tobacconist Association

February 22, 2010
Cigar Rights

New York City, New York-
In an historic gathering of statewide professional tobacconists, a group of over two dozen retail tobacconists gathered at the Grand Havana Room in New York City to launch the New York Tobacconist Association (NYTA).
With the onslaught of anti-tobacco ordinances and legislation, the coalition of traditional competitors are coming together to combat [...]

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Video: Brad Gerstman on Hofstra Football

December 21, 2009
Brad Gerstman

Brad Gerstman talks about his connection to Hofstra Football and what he plans to do to keep Hofstra in the game

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Radio: Brad Gerstman Talks to WFAN about Saving Hofstra Football

December 14, 2009
Wfan

Gotham partner Brad Gerstman talks to WFAN’s Bob Salter about the untimely cancellation of Hofstra football and what this tradition means to the school, student athletics and Long Island. Listen here….

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Video: Hofstra Alumni on End of Football Program

December 8, 2009
WABC-TV

Gotham Partner and Hofstra alumnus Brad Gerstman gathered with former team mates last night to sound off on the cancellation of Hofstra’s football program. See the video from ABC’s Eyewitness News…

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Save Hofstra Football

December 6, 2009
Save Hofstra Football

Brad Gerstman, High-Powered Lobbyist, Outraged over Hofstra University’s Decision to Dismantle its Football Program. Hofstra Alumni and Gotham Government Relations Partner Seeks Clarification and Reconsideration
Roslyn, NY; December 4, 2009
Hofstra Alumnus and Gotham Government Relations Partner, Brad Gerstman, is speaking out today on the discontinuation of Hofstra University’s Football Program. Gerstman was a member of Hofstra’s [...]

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On The Radio: Brad Gerstman on Utica’s WXUR

November 12, 2009
WXUR Radio

Brad Gerstman joins Host Bill Keeler on Utica’s WXUR to talk about the billions of tax dollars lost due to untaxed cigarettes sold on Indian reservations.

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On the Radio: Brad Gerstman Talks Politics With Curtis Sliwa

November 12, 2009
Curtis Sliwa

Gotham Partner Brad Gerstman joined WABC’s Curtis Sliwa to talk NY / NJ politics and the fight to stop the illegal sale of cigarettes in New York. Hear it right here…

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NUHEALTH’s Heroes In Health Gala Raises over $300,00 Benefiting The Long Island Medical Foundation

November 3, 2009
NUHEALTH

Arthur A. Gianelli, President/CEO of the NuHealth System, announced that the 2009 Heroes in Health Gala, chaired by Bradley and Cheryl Gertsman and attended by 450 guests at Oheka Castle, raised over $300,000 for the Long Island Medical Foundation, despite the severe recession still gripping Long Island and the rest of the country.

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Gotham Government Relations’ Brad Gerstman to Appear on RNN’s Election Night Coverage

October 28, 2009
Regional News Network

Political Analyst to Offer Insight & Commentary on Major New York Races
New York, NY: November 3, 2009 –
Brad Gerstman, Partner at Gotham Government Relations, will appear on Regional News Network’s Election Night coverage on Tuesday, November 3rd.
Gerstman will be the only guest on set with veteran news anchors Richard French and Andrew Whitman. Starting at [...]

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NY Senate Hearings Called on Tax Free Cigarettes Gerstman & Schwartz to Attend

October 12, 2009
Tobacco Tax Hearing New York Senate

New York State Senator Craig Johnson, Chairman of the New York State Senate Standing Committee on Investigations & Government Operations will be holding crucial hearings on the State’s unwillingness to collect taxes from cigarettes sold to Non-Native Americans that originate from sales on Indian Reservations. The hearing will convene on October 27th at Manhattan Community College. Industry advocates and attorneys, Brad Gerstman and David Schwartz of Gotham Government Relations, will be in attendance, representing the Cigarette Tax Agents and many retail outlets in the State of New York.

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On the Radio: Brad Gerstman on NY Governor Paterson’s Election Chances

September 23, 2009
Governor David Paterson

Can David Paterson gain four more years in Albany without President Obama’s support? Brad Gerstman gives his analysis on Albany’s PYX 106…

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Video: Brad Gerstman on NY Governor David Paterson

September 21, 2009
Regional News Network

Brad Gerstman talks to RNNTV’s Andrew Whitman about Governor David Paterson’s bid for re-election. You can watch the video right here.

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Brad Gerstman on Curtis Sliwa’s Radio Show

September 18, 2009
Curtis Sliwa

Brad Gerstman joins Curtis Sliwa to talk about Rep. Joe Wilson’s outburst during President Obama’s speech to congress. You can hear the entire interview right here…

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Brad Gerstman On The Radio

September 10, 2009
Wibx Radio

Partner Brad Gerstman chats with WIBX’ Jim Rondenelli about the state of New York politics, the passing of Senator Edward Kennedy, the health care debate and more. You can hear it all right here…

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Our Special Needs Kids Deserve Better – Gotham Fights For it…

September 9, 2009
SLCD School for Language And Communication Development

The highly successful Long Island School for Language and Communication Development has faced unwarranted and needless problems from NYS Education Department. Gotham has stepped in to right the wrong and help all special needs kids who are seeking an appropriate education.

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Brad Gerstman: Volunteer! Why & How with WFAN’s Bob Salter

August 17, 2009
WFAN

Brad Gerstman discussed the importance of volunteering, why people should volunteer, and where people can do it. Hear the interview with WFAN’s Bob Salter right here

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Video: Brad Gerstman: NYC Mayor’s Race on RNNTV

August 3, 2009
Regional News Network

Brad Gerstman talks to RNNTV’s Richard French about the closing gap between Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Democratic challenger Bill Thompson. – Plus, what’s ahead for Governor Paterson’s re-election chances.

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NY Gov. Paterson Appoints Brad Gerstman to Advisory Council On Interactive Media and Youth Violence

July 16, 2009
Governor David Paterson

Brad Gerstman, pre-eminent government relations attorney, has been named by the Governor to the Advisory Council on Interactive Media and Youth Violence. In this new role, Gerstman will lend his expertise in children’s issues from his extensive background in advocacy for special needs children, health of children in undeserved communities, and his activities as an advocate for children against abuse and bullying.

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Brad Gerstman named to the Board of Directors of The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County

July 14, 2009
Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County

Brad Gerstman, pre-eminent government relations executive, has been named to the Board of Directors of The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. In this new role, Gerstman will lend his political, business and legal expertise to the Center, providing oversight and guidance for event planning and fundraising. Gerstman also brings with him more than 20 years of charitable work, including terms on the Board of Directors for numerous charities.

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Bradley L. Gerstman Named to Board of Directors of Nassau Community College Foundation

March 11, 2009
Nassau Community College

Uniondale, Long Island, New York, March 11, 2009
Bradley L. Gerstman has been named to the Nassau Community College Foundation Board of Directors for a two-year term.
Jeffrey S. Morosof, Vice President of Institutional Advancement for the Nassau Community College Foundation said, “We’re very happy to welcome Brad Gerstman to the board and know that his expertise [...]

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For Some Attorneys, Charity Begins At Home

September 26, 2008
Brad Gerstman

While many attorneys join boards to make connections, others work on behalf of causes for which they have a personal connection. Brad Gerstman, partner at GerstmanSchwartz, became involved helping people with autism and their families after his son was diagnostic as autistic. “At the core of everything with lawyers, you learn how to be an advocate,” Gerstman said.

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Special Cases

September 26, 2008
Autism

Josephine, a Nassau County parent who requested that her last name not be mentioned, felt her school district wasn’t meeting the needs of her daughter, now 15, who has an autism spectrum disorder and was getting bullied in school. Over a period of a year and a half, Josephine attended half a dozen meetings with the district. After getting nowhere, she hired an attorney, who within four months negotiated a placement for her daughter outside the district in a private, special needs school.

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Suozzi Names Bradley Gerstman Co-Chair of Nassau Autism Coalition

September 25, 2008
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Bradley L. Gerstman, was named Co-Chair of the Nassau Autism Coalition by Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi on September 8, 2008. The Nassau Autism Coalition was formed to create a platform for the top issues faced by Long Island families affected by autism, and to effect solutions working in concert with both the State and Federal government.

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Prominent Attorney Bradley Gerstman to be Featured Speaker at Autism Fundraiser

June 17, 2008
Brad Gerstman

Bradley L. Gerstman will be the featured speaker at a fundraiser for Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, on Monday evening, June 23, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. at the Havana Cigar Club in the Carlton Restaurant, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, New York. This special event will include an auction of sports memorabilia and other unique items.

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Brad Gerstman Heads Successful Fundraiser for Autism Research

January 30, 2008
Autism Speaks

Bradley Gerstman, prominent Long Island attorney, lobbyist and company president, was the featured speaker at a recent fundraiser for Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization. The proceeds will contribute to the funding and facilitating of autism research. The event, sponsored by Tobacco Plaza in Great Neck, was held at the Havana Cigar Club [...]

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Bradley Gerstman and Family Honored at Hofstra University Autism Awareness Day

November 19, 2007
Autism Speaks

Deborah Young | Monday, November 19, 2007 | Hofstra University, NY

Bradley Gerstman, leading Long Island attorney, lobbyist and company president, and his family were among those honored at Hofstra University’s Autism Awareness Day, held during the 2007 home opener for Hofstra basketball. The Gerstmans were recognized for their efforts on behalf of Autism Speaks, the [...]

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