About Elbert
Elbert F. Nasis is an attorney based in Hauppauge, New York, with over 30 years of experience in the legal field. He earned his Juris Doctor from Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in 1995, following his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1991. Admitted to the New York State Bar in 1996, Mr. Nasis has developed a diverse practice that includes various areas of law, including personal injury, business and corporate law, employment, insurance, litigation, malpractice, mediation and arbitration. Real estate.
His broad expertise allows him to address many legal issues for his clients. In addition to his New York credentials, Mr. Nasis is also licensed to practice in New Jersey, having been admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 1995. This dual licensure enables him to serve clients across state lines, enhancing his ability to handle complex legal matters. In 2015, he co-founded Dornfeld & Nasis, LLP, a firm specializing in complex civil litigation. The firm later merged with Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP in the same year, where he currently serves as a partner and co-chair of the Litigation practice group. His role involves overseeing significant litigation cases, ensuring that clients receive the highest quality of legal representation.
Mr. Nasis has experience handling complex civil litigations in both state and federal courts, guiding cases from inception through trial. He has represented clients in various sectors, including real estate, commercial, business, construction, and trusts and estates. His work in insurance coverage litigations has further solidified his reputation as a knowledgeable and effective attorney. His commitment to excellence is recognized; since 2020, he has been recognized on the New York Metro Super Lawyers list in Civil Litigation: Defense. In November 2024, Mr. Nasis was elected to the Board of the Long Island Metro Business Action (LIMBA), an organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life on Long Island.
His involvement with LIMBA supports his community service and advocacy for local businesses. Additionally, he is an active member of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association and the New York State Bar Association, participating in various sections such as Torts, Insurance and Compensation, Real Property. Health Law. Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Nasis has contributed to the legal community through presentations on topics like interviewing best practices and the law to the Long Island Veterinary Medical Association in 2018. Fluent in English, he continues to serve clients in Hauppauge and the surrounding areas, offering comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas. His dedication to his clients and the legal profession remains evident in every aspect of his work.
