Suzanne Tomatore

Suzanne Tomatore is a highly experienced attorney and the Deputy Director at City Bar Justice Center.

Her expertise lies in representing immigrant survivors of various forms of abuse and violence such as domestic violence, trafficking, child abuse, sexual assault, and hate crimes.

Suzanne is renowned for her knowledge in human trafficking and frequently speaks at conferences across the U.S. and internationally, training legal professionals, law enforcement, and court personnel.

She played a pivotal role in founding the New York Anti-Trafficking Network and has held key positions in organizations like the Freedom Network USA.

Apart from her legal work, Suzanne also serves on the board of an organization that supports arts, history, and community-based initiatives in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York.

She holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the City University of New York School of Law and is licensed to practice law in various courts including the U.S. Supreme Court.

In addition to her law degree, Suzanne has pursued studies in Not-for-Profit Financial Management, Sociology, and Women's Studies.

Her diverse professional background includes roles as an instructor, director, co-founder, and steering committee member in various organizations within the legal and nonprofit sectors.