STEPHEN GREENBERG

GREENBERG--Stephen M., passed away in New York City on October 6, 2025, at the age of 81. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he was also a distinguished attorney, business leader, and prominent figure in American Jewish life. Born on July 27, 1944, Stephen grew up in Paterson, New Jersey, graduated from Washington & Jefferson College, and earned his J.D. from The George Washington University Law School. His legal career spanned nearly five decades and encompassed both public service and private practice. From 1969 to 1971, he served as Executive Assistant to the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, where he managed and tried numerous cases in the federal courts. He went on to co-found the firm Robinson, Wayne & Greenberg. During his legal career he became known for his skill in complex commercial and securities litigation, serving as lead counsel in hundreds of cases in state and federal courts, as well as in mediation proceedings. In 2000, Mr. Greenberg was appointed CEO and Chairman of Net2Phone Inc., leading the company until it was taken private in 2006. A lifelong advocate for Israel and Jewish continuity, Stephen served as the 29th Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations (2015-2018). Earlier, he chaired the National Coalition for Eurasian Jewry (NCSEJ) and the UJA National Young Leadership Cabinet, co-chaired the First Moriah Conference, and was a founding member of the North American Jewish Forum. He also served on the executive committee and as Treasurer of the Tel Aviv-Yafo Foundation, was President and an International Board Member of the American Friends of Beit Hatfutsot, and held leadership roles with UJA and Hillel International. Stephen was admired for his intellect, integrity, and unwavering sense of purpose, and cherished for his warmth, generosity, and devotion to family and community. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Sandra (nee Lafer); his children, Seth Greenberg (Lisa), Sophie Menin (Geoffrey), and Scott Greenberg; and his cherished grandchildren, Max, Dori, and Abriana. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 9, at 12:00pm, at Riverside Memorial Chapel, 180 West 76th Street, New York City. After a life devoted to family, community, and the Jewish people, Stephen will be deeply missed. May his memory be a blessing.