STEPHEN WEINER

Missing Steve's wisdom and energy; and his devotion to family. May he RIP. Eleanor and Bob Juceam

I had Professor Weiner for Complex Civil Litigation at Brooklyn Law. He was a brilliant attorney and a truly great man who cared dearly for his family and often spoke fondly of them. I was fortunate to know that I wanted to be a litigator and Professor Weiner helped me get my first job in litigation at Deloitte LLP under a former associate of his in 2008 when the legal market was terrible. I really wish I had reached out sooner to let him know how he impacted me and helped me to follow my...

I had the pleasure of meeting Steve as an adversary in a very hard fought mergers and acquisitions battle in the mid-1980s. It was so intense that I had to testify about the matter, and Steve was my inquisitor. Out of that experience grew our friendship, which continued for many years. He was a gentleman and a mensch and a great lawyer. I miss him.

Steve was the first "young partner" to interview me when I was seeking to be hired as an associate by WSP&R in 1970; I had been with a firm in Puerto Rico since my graduation in 1966. He opened the interview by stating that he had significant reservations about hiring lawyers other than from law schools or judicial chambers. Direct, clear and crisp. Happily, Steve graciously overcame his doubts and let me slip by. I had many occasions to work under his guidance: always supportive, always...

Dear Jess and family, I just found out about your beloved grandfather. Michael and I are very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man that touched many lives. I´m sure your family was very proud of him. Carrie and Michael

Dear Mina - I was so sorry to read Steve's obituary. I remember those times we spent together so fondly, from that first meeting in Acapulco on our honeymoons to the tennis games in Westport and Sands Point and Steve's unfailing sense of humor. With most heartfelt condolences, Ralph

I met Stephen in the US Army after we both completed law school. Although we have not been in touch, I have followed his career with great admiration. My condolences