What They're Saying: Labor Leaders Praise Mayor Adams' Nomination of Randy Mastro as City's Next Corporation Counsel

July 30, 2024

NEW YORK – Today, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Randy Mastro as his nominee to be the city’s next corporation counsel. Randy Mastro is a nationally-renowned lawyer; an experienced public servant with an impressive record in government service; a long-time pro bono advocate for social justice, civil rights, and constitutional rights; a leader of revered civic organizations; and a proven leader committed to diversity and inclusion.

Here's what labor leaders are saying:

“Randy Mastro is again the unquestioned best candidate for corporation counsel as the city endures its current challenges,” said Andrew Ansbro, president, United Firefighters Association of Greater New York. “He has dedicated his career to public service and fighting for justice on the behalf of the residents of New York City, and you will not find a better candidate for the position than Randy Mastro.”

“I offer my full-throated support on behalf of the 25,000 members of Teamsters Local 237 for the nomination of Randy Mastro to become the next New York City corporation counsel,” said Gregory Floyd, president, Teamsters Local 237. “Mr. Mastro’s credentials are unassailable and his selection only natural, but it should also be noted that we firmly believe the mayor should have the unconstrained right to appoint the city’s chief legal officer — particularly one of Mr. Mastro’s caliber.”

“Randy Mastro has amassed a wealth of experience over his distinguished career including through his service as a federal prosecutor and prior service to the City of New York. He is knowledgeable in the workings of city and local government and has represented clients in many high-profile cases. There is no doubt that his knowledge and experience will be a valuable asset to our city’s government,” said Gary LaBarbera, president, Building and Construction Trades Council of Greater New York. “I believe that he truly has the best interests of the city in mind and would be effective in representing the city’s interests as corporation counsel.”

“Randy Mastro has a long record of dedicated public service garnering praise for his work in the U.S. Attorney’s Office and subsequently in City Hall,” said Harry Nespoli, president, Uniformed Sanitationmen’s Association Local 831. “For sanitation in particular, Randy showed a keen understanding of the need for worker protection in his role as deputy mayor and as chair of the Trade Waste Commission. I support his nomination as corporation counsel.”

“We look forward to working with Randy Mastro on the many legal issues facing the city,” said Michael Mulgrew, president, United Federation of Teachers.

“I have worked with Randy Mastro. He is a good choice for New York City’s Corporation Counsel,” said Randi Weingarten, president, American Federation of Teachers. He is smart, and fair.”

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