Alexander G. Bateman Jr. Elected Chair of United Way of Long Island's Board of Directors

United Way of Long Island recently elected Alexander G. Bateman, Jr., partner at law firm Ruskin Moscou Faltischek in Uniondale, as the Chair of the Board of Directors.

Bateman has served on the United Way of Long Island Board of Directors since 2011, most recently as Executive Committee Member. “It is with great pleasure, that after 8 years of service, I can deepen my commitment with United Way of Long Island. For the thousands of individuals who benefit and receive services from this organization, the impact is so great and often life-changing. I look forward to working with my fellow Board members in 2019 to advance the great work at the United Way of Long Island,” explained Bateman.

“Alex is a valued member of our Board and is a man of integrity. He keeps the best interests of our organization at the forefront of his priorities and responsibilities,” explained Theresa A. Regnante, President and CEO of United Way of Long Island. “I am proud to announce that he has been elected Chair of United Way of Long Island’s Board of Directors.”

Bateman's work at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek primarily involves representing individuals and companies in the areas of federal and state criminal and regulatory matters, including financial crimes, healthcare fraud, public corruption and professional disciplinary proceedings.  He is also called upon frequently to conduct internal corporate investigations and create compliance programs for healthcare companies. 

Prior to joining the firm, Bateman was a trial attorney with the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office where he investigated and prosecuted felony street crimes, organized crime, narcotics, sex crimes and political corruption.

Bateman, a resident of Bayport, is co-chair of the firm's Health Law Department and White Collar Crime and Investigations Practice Group. He is a graduate of Syracuse University College of Law and the State University of New York at Albany.