WHO WE ARE

MANAGING PARTNER

Irene Sinayskaya is one of the Managing Partners at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Irene’s practice area primarily focuses on strategic case management of commercial litigation and corporate matters. She has practiced extensively on commercial employment class-action defense, complex litigation matters, regulatory matters, and international investment and disputes. Irene also serves as general counsel to companies with over 1000 employees on a number of regulatory and compliance due diligence matters; she supports and guides clients in obtaining licensure, complying with state and federal employment laws, developing strong and efficient corporate structure and governance, and various other legal business matters.

Irene obtained her Bachelor of Finance at Pace University before graduating from Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law School with a Juris Doctor. Irene is bilingual in English and Russian.

Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions

• New York
• New Jersey
• United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
• United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
• United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
• United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
• Supreme Court of the United States of America

MANAGING PARTNER

Steven R. Yuniver is one of the Managing Partners of Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Steven’s practice area focuses on commercial litigation and business transactions including mergers and acquisitions. Steven has extensive experience in representing companies dealing with regulatory standards, audits, and employment practices. In addition to assisting clients in litigation and compliance matters, Steven ensures that clients uphold worldwide standards for professionals in their industry which define, implement, and support efficient processes that encourage consistency across all our commercial and corporate clients.

Steven regularly appears in State and Federal courts on a wide range of issues. He also has extensive cross-border experience, including representing domestic and international companies in their business needs.

Steven manages a team of professionals working primarily with high-volume clients in a variety of industries, including commercial development, information technology, consulting, and health care. This gives him a unique perspective on strategic problem solving and implementation of policies to ensure efficient business practices.

Steven speaks English, Russian, German, and Spanish.

Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions

• New York
• New Jersey
• United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
• United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
• United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
• United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
• Supreme Court of the United States of America

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Brian Grinberg is an associate in the Real Estate Group at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Brian’s practice focuses on commercial real estate and real estate litigation, zoning and land use issues, landlord-tenant disputes, title and boundary disputes, and commercial lease drafting. Over the course of his five years with our firm, Brian has obtained extensive experience in advising and assisting clients on matters relating to the negotiation and preparation of development and construction agreements, the acquisition and disposition of commercial real estate, land use entitlements, and drafting office, retail, and industrial leases.

Brian obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Hunter College in New York City before graduating from New York Law School with a Juris Doctor.

Brian is bilingual in English and Russian.

In his free time, Brian enjoys watching football and basketball as well as reading.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Geoffrey Liter is an Associate Attorney at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Geoffrey’s practice areas are primarily focused on Commercial and Civil Litigation matters in addition to advising and assisting on matters related to contract agreements and negotiation.

Geoffrey brings with him substantial litigation experience. Prior to joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Geoffrey was part of a trial team participating in one of the first residential mortgage-back securities (“RMBS”) trials against a Master Servicer in the United States.

Geoffrey has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Delaware and a Juris Doctor from Widener University Delaware Law School where he graduated Cum Laude and served as the Internal Managing Editor of the school’s Law Review.

Geoffrey is bilingual in English and Russian. In his free time, Geoffrey enjoys playing ice hockey and golf.

Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions

• New York

Associate Attorney

Jessica Chang is an Associate Attorney at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C., joining the team in March 2023. Prior to joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, Jessica served as a litigation attorney, engaging in a lot of complex public interest work and family law. She brings her extensive knowledge of Commercial and Civil Litigation to the Sinayskaya Yuniver Team. Jessica was born and raised in Alabama. She received her Bachelor Degree from Samford University and her Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law.

Jessica is bilingual in both English and Korean. In her free time, Jessica loves spending time with her Maltese dog, Finn, and is a tennis enthusiast.

Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions:

• New York
• Alabama

LAW CLERK 

Megan joined Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. as a litigation law clerk in September 2022. Before joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, she worked as a law clerk in the practice areas of Criminal and Family Law. Megan received her Bachelors from John Jay in Legal & Societal Issues while being heavily involved in the  U.S. Coastguard Auxiliary, working with Sector New York. Megan graduated early with her Juris Doctorate from Touro Law School and will be sitting for the NY Bar Exam.

Megan is a dual citizen of the European Union and the United States and is pending an application to receive citizenship in Mexico. She speaks conversational Spanish and is working towards fluency in it. In her off time from legal work, Megan trains at Title Boxing Gym and does background work in film.

PARALEGAL

Katherine Vaskevich joined Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. as a Paralegal in 2018. She assists the managing partners and associate attorneys through every step of the litigation process, with a particular focus on commercial litigation and employment law.

Katherine graduated summa cum laude as a Dean’s Scholar from the City University of New York at Baruch College in June 2019. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Public and International Affairs. At her graduation, Katherine was awarded the Marxe School of International and Public Affair’s Honorary Degree. In the summer of 2018, Katherine studied placemaking and urban space design at the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

Katherine has extensive experience within government and non-profit agencies. In addition to interning at the New York County District Attorney’s Office, the New York State Senate, and the Kings County Court System, Katherine has helped in non-profits such as the International Rescue Committee and Changing the Present.

Katherine is bilingual in English and Russian, and strives to fulfill her passion of helping those in need with her growing legal expertise. Katherine is attending law school as of fall 2020.

PARALEGAL

Lauren McGoldrick is a commercial litigation and real estate Paralegal. Before joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C., Lauren’s experience in the field of law began in 2013 as a receptionist and legal assistant at an Estate Planning law firm. In addition to her paralegal work, Lauren is responsible for administrative office duties, and billing. In her interactions with clients, Lauren ensures that every client is comfortable, and well informed, while they navigate stressful legal situations.

Lauren earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Corporate Communications from the College of Staten Island.

PARALEGAL

Arthur Kamsan joined Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. as a Paralegal in 2018. He assists the firm’s attorneys with complex legal research and drafting throughout the entire litigation process, with a focus in commercial litigation and immigration law.

Arthur entered the legal field in 2017 as a legal intern. Since then he has become prolific with all manner of immigration issues, trademarking, and obtaining all necessary licenses for newly opened businesses.

Arthur’s passion for the law has led him to eagerly strive to become the first attorney in his family. Arthur is currently enrolled in the Zicklin School of Business and is working towards a major in Finance. Once he graduates he is eager to complete law school and join the rapidly growing number of attorneys at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C.

Arthur is bilingual in English and Russian.