Decades of legal expertise delivering innovative solutions in commercial law, asset recovery, and investigations.
Schedule Consultation Our ServicesGordon Platt serves as trusted outside general counsel to a diverse range of businesses, advising on matters including mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, intellectual property, media law, and internal investigations. He also provides legal guidance to nonprofit organizations on regulatory and compliance issues.
In addition to his corporate practice, Gordon has developed a significant trusts and estates practice, regularly representing high-net-worth individuals in complex estate planning matters. He is admitted to practice law in New York and Massachusetts.
Gordon brings a unique perspective to his legal work, shaped by his background as an investigative producer for ABC News and as the founder of both a documentary film company and a marketing agency. His experience in the media industry gives him a deep understanding of the legal needs of creatives, journalists, and entertainment professionals. He frequently negotiates and closes deals for clients across these sectors and regularly advises early stage and startup companies.
His investigative work has earned national recognition, including Emmy and Columbia Dupont Awards, and a Silver Gavel Award from the American Bar Association. Notably, his reporting on corruption in Texas led to the pardon of 35 individuals wrongly convicted of drug offenses—a landmark moment in criminal justice.
An early adopter of artificial intelligence, Gordon leverages AI tools to enhance investigations and uncover hidden assets, bringing cutting-edge technology to bear on complex legal matters.
Gordon earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School. He graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Dartmouth College, with high honors in Russian and Government, and was the recipient of the Woodbury Law Prize. He also holds an M.Sc. in Russian History and Politics from the London School of Economics, which he attended on a Reynolds Fellowship (awarded by Dartmouth College) and where he was awarded the Leonard Schapiro Scholarship.
He lives in Chappaqua, New York, with his wife and a large dog. He is the proud father of three grown sons, all of whom are frequent recipients of his unsolicited advice.
Comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses and individuals.
Experienced in handling asset and stock purchases for clients on both buy and sell sides, negotiating optimal terms and incorporating them in formal agreements.
Wide-ranging legal expertise suited to clients facing ongoing legal issues. Retained by numerous companies as their trusted outside general counsel.
Working with companies and individuals on cyberlaw and privacy matters, from complex compliance issues to instances of cyber harassment.
Extensive experience developing and executing wealth preservation strategies for individuals of all backgrounds and income levels.
Specialized in transnational litigation, insolvencies, and divorce cases where assets can be difficult to untangle and locate.
Interdisciplinary practice involving research, crisis management, and administrative law for reputational and privacy issues.
Well acquainted with issues facing startups and early-stage companies, drawing from personal experience as a founder and entrepreneur.
Staying current with the latest changes in technology and law, with firsthand experience in media production.
We integrate AI tools to complement our traditional legal expertise.
AI-assisted contract review to identify risks and inconsistencies, complementing thorough attorney analysis.
Accelerated M&A due diligence with AI-assisted document review alongside expert legal judgment.
Enhanced research capabilities to uncover relevant precedents and support comprehensive legal strategies.
Current cases and investigations involving investor fraud and recovery.
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