A.Y. Strauss: Newman, Simpson & Cohen Merger Expands New Jersey And New York Legal Platform

By Amit Chowdhry • Yesterday at 11:26 PM

A.Y. Strauss announced that the Hackensack, New Jersey-based law firm Newman, Simpson & Cohen merged into the firm effective May 1, 2026. As part of the merger, attorney Dan Simpson joined A.Y. Strauss as of counsel, Daniel Cohen joined as a partner, and Daniel Stark joined as an associate.

The merger expands A.Y. Strauss’ capabilities across commercial litigation, corporate law, and trusts and estates services.

A.Y. Strauss said the transaction strengthens its presence across New Jersey and New York while enhancing the depth of legal services available to clients in both established and developing markets.

Newman, Simpson & Cohen operated as a longstanding Hackensack-based legal practice with experience across litigation, business law, and estate matters.

A.Y. Strauss is a full-service law firm providing legal services across litigation, corporate transactions, real estate, labor and employment, intellectual property, and trusts and estates matters.

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“Combining forces with a longstanding and trusted firm like Newman, Simpson & Cohen allows our firm to grow and expand our reach in both developing and established markets across New Jersey and New York.”

“Simpson, Cohen and Stark are talented attorneys with a reputation for excellence and integrity that aligns with our vision at A.Y. Strauss.”

Aaron Strauss, Managing Partner, A.Y. Strauss