
Erik M. Bashian, Esq. - Trusted Mediator with Legal Expertise
Erik M. Bashian, Esq. is a trained and accredited mediator offering practical, efficient, and resolution-driven services to individuals, businesses, and legal professionals.
With 20 years of experience as a practicing New York attorney and deep legal knowledge in employment and civil rights law, Erik brings a unique perspective to conflict resolution - balancing empathy, legal understanding, and neutrality. Erik has been formally trained and is accredited to serve as a mediator in New York and globally. His mediation style is collaborative, focused on fostering open communication and guiding parties toward sustainable, mutually beneficial outcomes.
Erik is equipped to handle a wide range of disputes, with a particular emphasis on employment and workplace-related matters. Specifically his areas of subject-matter expertise include:
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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
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Breach of Contract
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Business Disputes
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New York State Labor Law
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Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
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New York State Wage and Hour Laws
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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
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New York Human Rights Law
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New York City Human Rights Law
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Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
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Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

His deep knowledge in these areas allows him to serve as a valuable neutral in resolving disputes involving discrimination, workplace accommodations, wage and hour issues, and other employment law conflicts. Drawing on his extensive litigation background, Erik approaches mediation with a strong understanding of both the legal and human elements of each case, as his participation in the mediation process, has allowed him to resolve multiple federal cases for his clients. Erik’s mediation practice is driven by fairness, confidentiality, and an unwavering commitment to helping parties move forward constructively.
Whether serving as a court-appointed or privately retained neutral, Erik fosters a calm, professional environment that encourages open dialogue and constructive resolution. His experience representing celebrity clients and managing high-profile legal matters gives him a distinct advantage in navigating complex dynamics and achieving successful outcomes through mediation.