Chris’ practice includes complex commercial litigation in federal and state courts, with particular emphasis on transnational litigation, arbitration, and regulatory compliance for small and midsize businesses.

Chris is a creative and pragmatic litigator who effectively and efficiently resolves complex and sensitive business disputes on behalf of clients in financial, insurance, business contracts and tort, and intellectual property.

In addition to active litigation, Chris has counseled on issues involving the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and anti-money laundering. He has performed litigation risk assessments on behalf of clients, conducted investigations into business practices and corporate structures, and made recommendations on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.

As a commercial arbitrator, Chris leverages his prior clerkship experience with the Hon. Eileen Bransten of the New York State Supreme Court’s Commercial Division to weigh commercial matters and come to a just resolution of the parties’ dispute.

Chris is the past chair of the New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) Task Force on the Independence of Lawyers and Judges. In that capacity, he has discussed the importance of independent legal institutions to audiences in the United States and other countries. He presently co-chairs the NYCBA’s European Affairs Committee and sits on the American Bar Association’s Asia Law Council and is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation.

He is also an adjunct professor at Fordham University School of Law, where he co-teaches a course on International Commercial Disputes Resolution and coaches students on oral advocacy, case strategy, evidence, and witness preparation.

Prior to founding Christopher Pioch & Associates, he was an associate at Am Law 100 and boutique firms. Chris received his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law, where he was a Notes and Articles Editor for the Fordham International Law Journal.

Chris is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey as well as before the district courts for the Southern District of New York, Eastern District of New York, District of New Jersey, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

Ethan received his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law. During his time there, he served on the Journal of Corporate & Financial Law and worked as a Research Assistant. His research involved reviewing state court decisions as part of a project aimed at compiling a national database on the application of scientific evidence in legal proceedings. Prior to joining the firm, Ethan worked at a boutique law firm specializing in employment law, internal investigations, and complex tort cases.

Outside of his legal practice, Ethan has dedicated himself to public service for many years. He has volunteered as a firefighter and worked as a lifeguard. He also enjoys weightlifting, biking, and traveling whenever possible.

Ethan is a lifelong New York resident. He embodies the firm’s client-centered philosophy—ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and practical solutions for businesses operating in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. His practice areas of interest include securities litigation, real estate, and arbitration. Ethan is committed to continued professional development to deliver thoughtful and effective counsel across a wide range of matters.