A.Y. Strauss LLC, a fast-growing full-service law firm with offices in Livingston, NJ; Hackensack, NJ; and New York City, is pleased to announce that John J. Bono has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer.
John has more than 25 years of experience helping law firms improve financial performance, strengthen operations, implement technology, and execute strategic growth initiatives. He will work closely with firm leadership to guide business operations and support the firm’s strategic growth.
John previously served as Chief Financial Officer and the senior business executive at Barry McTiernan & Moore, providing leadership across finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, facilities, administration, and firm operations; and as Global Director of Management Reporting & Analysis and Financial Systems at A&O Shearman, where he partnered with executive leadership on enterprise reporting, financial planning, business intelligence, technology modernization, and strategic initiatives.
Earlier in his career, he held finance leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase and other global financial institutions. John holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the City University of New York.
Managing Partner Aaron Y. Strauss says: “John has spent his career helping major law firms and financial institutions operate at the highest level. His experience and judgment will be invaluable as we continue to expand our practices and our footprint, and we’re delighted to have him as part of our leadership team.”
In 2026 so far, A.Y. Strauss added 15 attorneys and 12 new business professionals to its ranks.
About A.Y. Strauss
A.Y. Strauss provides legal counsel for commercial transactions and litigation in the areas of real estate, construction, employment, cannabis, family law, environmental, and corporate bankruptcy. With the intellectual depth of a large firm and the personalized touch of a boutique, the firm’s lawyers handle a wide variety of matters for emerging businesses, institutional clients, and high-net-worth individuals.