We are proud to announce that Eisenberg & Baum, LLP partners Reyna Lubin and David John Hommel, along with associate Andrew Clark, have been selected to the prestigious 2026 Super Lawyers Rising Stars list.
This recognition highlights their exceptional legal knowledge, endless dedication to civil liberties, and elite standing within the New York legal community. To be named a Rising Star is a distinct honor, as the designation is reserved exclusively for the top 2.5 percent of practicing attorneys in the state who are either 40 years old or younger, or have been in practice for 10 years or less.
The rigorous Super Lawyers Rising Stars selection process.
Super Lawyers uses a patented, multi-step selection process to build a trustworthy and well-rounded list of top attorneys. The process is based entirely on recognition from fellow lawyers and on professional accomplishments, meaning no one can buy their way in or be added to the list without earning it.
The Super Lawyers selection process consists of three strict phases:
- Nomination: Attorneys enter the running through nominations from other lawyers in their field. Self-nominations and organized group-voting are not allowed. Super Lawyers also has an in-house research team that actively looks for talented attorneys who may have been missed but have strong track records.
- Independent research: The research team evaluates each candidate across 12 criteria related to reputation and professional accomplishments. These indicators include verdicts and settlements, transactions, representative clients, experience, honors and awards, special certifications, bar activities, pro bono service, scholarly lectures, and education.
- Peer evaluation: The top candidates in each area of law are then reviewed by a “Blue Ribbon Panel”, a group of highly rated attorneys who assess their fellow lawyers within the same field.
Together, these phases make sure that a selected group of attorneys earn a spot on the Super Lawyers list.
Reyna Lubin: a champion for workplace justice
Reyna Lubin, Partner and Director of the Employment Discrimination Department, has earned a strong national reputation as a skilled trial attorney who specializes in high-stakes civil rights cases. Her work centers on fighting employment discrimination, sexual abuse, and accessibility barriers, including through the firm’s Deaf Law Center.
A graduate of Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center and a former Division I athlete, Ms. Lubin has won multiple six- and seven-figure settlements and verdicts for people harmed by illegal corporate actions. She has also won key federal trials that expanded financial compensation options for deaf workers facing workplace discrimination. Her clients’ own words capture her dedication best:
“Reyna has to be one of the greatest advocates of justice & is an elite class attorney.” – Robert O.
“She gave me hope when everyone else tried to take it away.” – Jayme P.
“What stood out most was how much she truly advocated for me; I never felt like just another client.” – Jamira B.
“She took the time to explain everything, gave me the support I needed, and empowered me to make the choice that fit me best.” – Rivquah C.
You can explore her full credentials on her Eisenberg & Baum Profile and check her verified ratings on her Super Lawyers Profile.
David John Hommel: excellence in appellate and trial advocacy
Partner David John Hommel co-leads the firm’s Appellate Practice Group with Andrew Rozynski and handles complex cases involving sexual abuse, housing discrimination, and disability discrimination. A graduate of St. John’s University School of Law and a former federal law clerk, Mr. Hommel is a highly skilled litigator who has argued landmark civil rights cases before the Second, Fourth, and Sixth Circuit U.S. Courts of Appeals.
His work ranges from successfully appealing an employee’s denied accommodation claim to winning a federal trial that expanded emotional distress damages for deaf clients. Mr. Hommel brings both sharp legal thinking and genuine care for the people he represents:
“David Hommel was an actual angel.” – Sadie K.
“Didn’t just represent me—he changed my life.” – Rachel L.
“Goes above and beyond to make anyone that comes to him, feel heard and seen as an individual regardless of disability.” – Isabella C.
“Truly invested in the legal issues surrounding my case, and in me as a person since day one.” – Ellie M.
Explore his case history on his Eisenberg & Baum Profile and check his professional recognitions on his Super Lawyers Profile.
Andrew Clark: protecting the rights of the deaf and hard of hearing
Associate Andrew Clark plays a key role at Eisenberg & Baum’s Law Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, where he represents clients in state and federal anti-discrimination cases. Mr. Clark graduated with honors from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and has successfully channeled his background in commercial litigation into a strong civil rights practice focused on Employment Discrimination, sexual harassment, and public accommodation access.
His thorough approach to building cases and his strong commitment to holding institutions accountable have earned him respect from both clients and fellow attorneys. Veteran practitioner Steve T. speaks to the overall quality of the firm’s Rising Stars:
“I have over 35 years of experience in fair housing and fair lending litigation and training. . . . I recommend that Andrew, DJ, and Reyna, and the other attorneys at Eisenberg & Baum, be consulted before retaining counsel.” – Steve T.
Learn more about his background on his Eisenberg & Baum Profile and follow his professional milestones on his Andrew Clark Super Lawyers Profile.
A continued commitment to fighting for justice
The recognition of Ms. Lubin, Mr. Hommel, and Mr. Clark on the 2026 Super Lawyers Rising Stars list reflects Eisenberg & Baum’s long-standing reputation as a dedicated, trial-ready civil rights firm. Whether taking on discriminatory workplace practices, handling complex appeals, or breaking down communication barriers for deaf communities across the country, our legal teams stay deeply committed to standing up for those who have been wronged and fighting for the justice they deserve.