Attorneys

bgerstein@garwingerstein.com

Bruce Gerstein is the Managing Partner of Garwin Gerstein and Fisher LLP.

Over the course of a distinguished career spanning more than four decades, Bruce has blazed a trail—breaking new ground first in securities and then in antitrust, securing important appellate precedents that have shaped the law. He was among the first lawyers to bring cases challenging unlawful “pay-for-delay” agreements among pharmaceutical manufacturers that forestall the launch of more affordable generic drugs. Litigating these complex cases at the intersection of antitrust law, patent law, and economics, he has earned a reputation for his ability to present complicated issues in straightforward terms.

Bruce approaches each case with a focus on trial from the very beginning, and is widely recognized for his comprehensive involvement in all stages of litigation. He provides unparalleled strategic insight and advocacy to his clients by offering a distinct blend of legal acumen and investigative prowess, building on a background as an investigatory accountant. This allows him to effectively analyze complex financial transactions, identify patterns of misconduct, and uncover evidence of anticompetitive behavior.

Courts across the country have repeatedly named Bruce lead counsel in federal, multijurisdictional and state court cases throughout the United States. In addition to his expertise in trial advocacy, Bruce is a skilled appellate advocate—admitted in eight federal circuits—and is adept at navigating the complexities of appellate procedure. Whether seeking to preserve favorable trial outcomes or challenge adverse rulings on appeal, Bruce brings a depth of experience and insight to the appellate process, consistently delivering compelling advocacy that advances his clients’ interests.

As lead negotiator, Bruce has secured court-approved and private settlements that have recovered more than $4 billion for businesses and individuals in high-stakes antitrust cases.

Education

Brooklyn Law School, J.D., honors (1977)

Bernard M. Baruch College of The City University of New York, 1972

Bar Admissions

New York

Court Admissions

Supreme Court of the United States

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York

U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York

U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York

U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Affiliations

Association of The Bar of the City of New York

New York State Bar Association

New York County Lawyers Association (NYCLA)