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William Preston Fletcher
Yates County, NY Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationIndiana University School of Law-Bloomington
Bill has been in private practice for more than 30 years during which he has mastered numerous areas of practice, from pure real property, title, title insurance, real estate finance, associations, corporate, banking, estate planning and administration, landlord tenant, and more. Bill has served as Town Attorney, and since 1998 as Town Justice of his town of residence. He is a long time Rotarian and twice president of his Club. He is the proud father of three children, now all grown and productive members of society. Bill and his wife and best friend Mary of 38 years are both working...
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Peter Harrison Baker
Yates County, NY Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Divorce, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
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Michael Bersani
Ontario County, NY Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationLegal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Syracuse University College of Law
Mike Bersani is an experienced and highly respected New York State trial lawyer concentrating his practice almost entirely on personal injury claims. He is a widely published author on personal injury law. He has published numerous articles on the subject, and wrote and published the book "Understanding Your New York Personal Injury Claim", which can be ordered on his website.
Mike Bersani graduated Magna Cum Laude (top 5% of his class) from Syracuse University College of Law in 1993. He went on to a two-year clerkship with an appellate court in Rochester, NY. Since then he has devoted...
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Andrew S. Tabashneck
Ontario County, NY Lawyer with 7 years of experience
P.0. Box 262
Geneva, NY 14456
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce and Family
SUNY Buffalo Law School
Free Consultations 24/7. Affordable Payment Plans. Divorce and Criminal Lawyer in Buffalo NY. Call Andrew Tabashneck Esq direct at (716) 526-7405.
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Rachel Treichler
Steuben County, NY Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationEnergy and Environmental
The University of Texas School of Law
Rachel Treichler has been providing legal services to clients in the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier region since 2002. She previously practiced in New York City for 20 years. She represents clients in water law, riparian rights and mineral rights matters.
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Adam Huntsman Van Buskirk
Cayuga County, NY Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business, Construction and Criminal Defense
Albany Law School and Albany Law School
Welcome. As a lawyer, it is my mission to provide affordable, respectful, and skillful legal representation to those who seek my services. All too often in our complex society, honest, hard working people find themselves caught up in legal difficulties. Also, nearly everyone eventually requires the services of an attorney at some point with regards to wills, powers-of-attorney, and various transactions.
Unfortunately, obtaining this much-needed representation can be an intimidating and expensive process. However, you may call me with confidence. I am happy to discuss your legal issues in a free initial consultation, and I can handle most matters on an...
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Nathan A. Shoff
Ontario County, NY Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Estate Planning and Probate
Suny At Buffalo School Of Law
A native of Lancaster, New York, Nathan Shoff received his B.A. in Political Science summa cum laude from Canisius College in 2003, and graduated from SUNY Buffalo Law School magna cum laude in 2006. After working as an associate attorney in Buffalo from 2007-2008, Nathan joined the Thomson Reuters (West) publishing company as an Attorney-Editor of numerous criminal law, civil rights, intellectual property and international legal publications. Nathan is currently a member of the Monroe County Bar Association, the Ontario County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association, and is a proud supporter of...
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Gerald Raymond Forcier
Ontario County, NY Attorney with 30 years of experience
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Valerie G. Gardner
Schuyler County, NY Lawyer with 29 years of experience
SUNY Buffalo Law School and SUNY Buffalo Law School
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Amedeo Zmarandoiu
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 6 years of experience
(716) 854-3400
16 W Main Street
400 Powers Building
Rochester, NY 14614
Business, International, Real Estate and Trademarks
State University of New York - Buffalo and University of Bologna
With a robust background in Italian and international law, I bring a wealth of expertise in navigating the complex legal landscapes between Italy and the United States. As a licensed attorney in Italy, I am uniquely positioned to assist American clients with all legal matters pertaining to Italy, from corporate and compliance issues to real estate and immigration law.
My legal journey began at the prestigious University of Bologna, where I earned my law degree and developed a deep understanding of Italian legal principles. Over the years, I honed my skills working with top-tier law firms and multinational corporations in Italy,...
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Mr. Adam Michael Gee
Chemung County, NY Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationLegal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Syracuse University College of Law
I am a Personal Injury and Malpractice Attorney practicing all over New York and Pennsylvania.
I started my career as a felony prosecutor with the Chemung County DA's Office, prosecuting the most serious crimes in Chemung County. From there, I became head of the legal department for the Chemung County Department of Social Services, where I supervised an office of seven attorney and was responsible for prosecuting all child abuse, child neglect, juvenile delinquent and PINS cases occurring in Chemung County
In 2004, I joined the Ziff Law Firm, where I handle all types of personal injury cases.
Throughout my...
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Greta Katrin Kolcon
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 29 years of experience
Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation, Employment and Environmental
Stetson University College of Law
Practical, pragmatic advice and representation offered to clients to resolve real world complex problems.
Thoughtful dispute resolution and mediation services offered to litigants and their counsel.
Cost-effective strategies.
Depth of experience.
Individual focus.
The art of representing people.
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Rick Nicotra
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
The University of Toledo College of Law
Find out what your case is really worth ! MOTORCYCLE Crashes, Car Crashes, Fall Downs, Dog Bites : A graduate of University of Toledo College of Law, class of 1995, Attorney Richard A. Nicotra concentrates his practice on all areas of personal injury, focusing on car accidents, dog bite incidents and slip and fall incidents. He is admitted in all New York State Courts, including the Western New York Bankruptcy Court and Federal Court. Attorney Nicotra has won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements and is the current President of the New York State Trial Lawyers –...
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William W. Pulos
Steuben County, NY Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Albany Law School
Mr. Pulos enjoys a very successful, diverse professional career. A trial lawyer by training, Mr. Pulos returned to his hometown of Alfred, New York following his graduation from Albany Law School and opened a general law practice by hanging out his shingle on Main Street. He is the only person born and raised in Alfred to have graduated from law school and returned to open a law practice in Alfred. From there, Mr. Pulos has developed a reputation as a lawyer for people that have been wronged by others in the workplace or by vehicular accidents or...
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Emilee K. Lawson Hatch
Tompkins County, NY Attorney with 15 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
University of Miami School of Law and Syracuse University College of Law
I am a native of the Rocky Mountains, having grown up in Evergreen, Colorado. Since settling in New York, I have developed a broad and sophisticated client base. I concentrate my practice in the areas of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and estate and gift taxation. It is important to me to consider each of my client’s values and background as I help them decide which type of estate plan will best fit their needs. I use a practical approach to my practice. Offering the assurance of complete confidentiality and responsive service, I try...
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Michael A. Donlon
Steuben County, NY Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
State University of New York - Buffalo
Experience matters! My entire law practice is focused on representing the rights of individuals who have been seriously injured or killed as a result of the negligent acts of others. I have assisted hundreds of clients in cases resulting in recoveries ranging from $50,000 to $5.5 Million. My office serves New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. My practice is contingency fee based and consultation is free.
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Joseph E. (Jed) Dietrich III
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationAnimal, Construction, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
SUNY Buffalo Law School
Jed Dietrich Esq. has settled 31 cases for 1 Million Dollars or more since 1999.
Jed Dietrich Esq. has personally obtained over 150 Million Dollars for the injured since 2007.
Jed Dietrich Esq. has been named a New York Superlawyer from 2010 to the present.
Jed Dietrich Esq. is a highly competitive person who was a 14 time National Champion in the sport of rowing.
It is Jed’s passion to represent the seriously injured to the very best of my ability.
The Dietrich Law Firm P.C., has been established to FIGHT for our clients to obtain MAXIMUM COMPENSATION for every person that we...
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James L. Riotto
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Albany Law School
Attorney James L. Riotto has an impressive law enforcement background combined with substantial criminal defense experience. His extensive experience as a state trooper, within law enforcement, and in criminal prosecution provides a unique perspective that sets him apart from other Rochester criminal defense attorneys. Clients get the benefit of an attorney with a clear understanding of both sides of their legal issues.
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Brady O'Malley
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 12 years of experience
Cannabis Law, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Syracuse University College of Law
Brady and Nave Law have joined forces to strengthen the firm's expertise in Personal Injury law. As the Senior Attorney specializing in Personal Injury & Civil Litigation, Brady brings over ten years of courtroom experience across all regions of New York State. In the past nine years alone, he has successfully handled fourteen jury trials in twelve different counties, consistently achieving favorable outcomes in intricate and high-stakes litigation cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, and commercial disputes.
During the initial decade of his career, Brady served as an associate and partner at the prominent statewide litigation firm, Smith, Sovik, Kendrick &...
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Danielle Caroline Wild
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Criminal Defense
Syracuse University College of Law
Danielle manages a client-centered law practice focused on criminal appeals and post-conviction advocacy. She joined Kaman, Berlove, Marafioti, Jacobstein & Goldman, LLP, as of counsel in February 2021, after running a successful solo practice for three-and-a-half years. Previously, she worked as an associate attorney (criminal defense) at Easton Thompson Kasperek Shiffrin LLP, where she also gained experience working on wrongful conviction and civil rights matters.
Danielle is admitted to practice law in the State of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. She is...
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Jacob Henry Zoghlin
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 10 years of experience
Cannabis Law, Environmental, Municipal and Real Estate
American University Washington College of Law
Jacob is a Partner with The Zoghlin Group and Chairs the firm’s Zoning & Land Use Law and Cannabis Law practice group. His practice focuses on environmental, zoning, land use, cannabis, energy, & municipal law. He counsels individuals, businesses, & municipalities, and helps them resolve their issues by advocating, educating, advising, & litigating on their behalf.
In his municipal practice, Jacob provides special counsel services to municipal boards, and advises clients on a wide range of procedural and legal issues. His practice also focuses on ensuring government entities comply with the law, and has included litigation related to New York’s Administrative...
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Michelle Yvonne Cimino
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Employment and Family
Whether you're divorcing or you've met with some conflict in the workplace, you can turn to The Cimino Law Firm, PLLC for local representation. Attorney Michelle Cimino, has been providing clients in Rochester, NY, with advice and guidance since 1997. She's a member of several organizations, including the New York State Bar Association and New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. Clients come to us when they have questions related to:
Divorce law
Child custody law
Child support law
Employment law
We know how stressful some legal situations can be. Whether your divorce is amicable or contested, our firm will defend your rights as a...
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John Todd Refermat
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationUniversity of Notre Dame Law School
John Refermat is an experienced, AV rated trial lawyer whose practice includes complex civil and commercial litigation, real property tax certiorari/condemnation/eminent domain, zoning and municipal/land use litigation, environmental matters, securities arbitration and construction litigation. An experienced appellate advocate, John has successfully prepared and argued appeals before various departments of the New York State Appellate Division and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. John’s commercial litigation practice includes a wide variety of shareholder/partner/limited liability entity disputes, contested dissolutions, trademark, licensing, unfair competition, warranty and Uniform Commercial Code issues, and restrictive covenants/non-compete/solicitation agreements; he also has experience...
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Spencer C. Malone
Monroe County, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
University of Dayton School of Law
Spencer’s experience across diverse areas of the law enables him to provide effective legal advice and services to a variety of clients, including those who require legal assistance in the areas of: Estate Planning; Estate and Trust Administration; Drafting wills, trusts, health care proxies and durable powers of attorney; Related Elder Law matters such as planning for nursing home costs and Medicaid eligibility; Estate litigation; and Commercial and Residential Real Estate Transfers and Leasing.
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Michael A. Rosenhouse
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business and Employment
University of Chicago
Michael A. Rosenhouse concentrates his Rochester, NY, based practice in appeals and complex trial court motions, and includes experience both with and against prominent New York City and Chicago lawyers. He has received the highest rating from the oldest and most reputable peer-review institution in the profession. His successful appellate practice is supported by years of experience in complex civil litigation. He is the author of several books and articles on a wide variety of legal subjects and has lectured for national and local, specialized and general, legal educational organizations.
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Jeffrey Johnstone
Monroe County, NY Attorney
Free ConsultationTax
Cornell University
Jeffrey M. Johnstone is Of Counsel in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Rochester office, where his practice is concentrated in estate planning, trusts, estate administration.
He is admitted to practice in New York and Florida, in addition to the U.S. Court for the Western District of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the U.S. Tax Court.
Prior to joining Tully Rinckey, Jeffrey was an equity Partner with Harris, Chesworth, O’Brien, Johnstone & Welch, LLP.
Upon graduating from law school, Jeffrey became associated with the Rochester, New York, firm of Nixon, Hargrave, Devans & Doyle (now the national law...
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Todd J.W. Wisner
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI
Wisner & Wisner LLP, The DWI Defense Attorneys, have a law practice devoted solely to representing the citizen accused of Alcohol Influenced Operating Offenses. We limit our law practice to DWI Defense, Vehicular Crimes, and Appellate Advocacy. Our law firm is based in Rochester, NY, however we routinely handle cases in Buffalo, Syracuse and the surrounding communities.
For over 26 years Todd J.W. Wisner has successfully represented those accused of Alcohol Influenced Operating Offenses. A graduate from McQuaid Jesuit High School and Denison University, he then worked in the litigation department at Squadron, Ellenoff, Pleasant & Lehrer (now Hogan &...
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Christine F Redfield
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
As a Senior Associate at Tully Rinckey, PLLC, Christine is part of the Family and Matrimonial Law group, where she focuses on divorce and child custody cases. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in family and matrimonial matters, working as both a private practitioner and public defender. She is also a member of the Tully Rinckey Trust and Estates group, representing persons with a wide variety of estate planning and directives.
Before joining Tully Rinckey, Christine spent 10 years as a Court Attorney and Referee to the Hon. Patricia Gallaher, acting state Supreme Court Justice and Family Court Judge...
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Eugene Welch
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 53 years of experience
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Eugene Welch is a Partner in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Rochester office, where his practice encompasses federal and state litigation and governmental issues. After being specially invited to do so by all of the Federal Judges in the Western District of New York, Gene is a Certified Federal Court Mediator available to mediate your litigation. Gene’s experience as a Federal Prosecutor, trial instructor for Justice Department attorneys and his experience in the New York State Attorney General’s Office give him unique qualifications to assist clients to make sure they are in compliance with both New York State and Federal laws and...
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Peter J. Pullano
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals and Criminal Defense
Albany Law School and SUNY Buffalo Law School
Peter is the Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Rochester Office, where he practices criminal defense.
With over 30 years of criminal defense experience, Peter has handled thousands of criminal cases, including violations, misdemeanors, felonies and appeals. He has primarily represented defendants in felony cases in both state and federal courts. Peter is certified as “learned counsel” in federal court capital cases. Prior to New York State’s abolishment of capital punishment, he was likewise certified to handle death penalty cases in state courts.
On multiple occasions, Peter has won acquittals or verdicts to lesser charges for clients charged with murder. Additionally, he...
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P. Adam Militello
Livingston County, NY Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
State University of New York - Buffalo
P. Adam Militello, Esq., graduated cum laude from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School, where he received the Law Faculty Award for outstanding clinical work.
Mr. Militello has focused his practice on DWI and Criminal Defense for the last 15 years. His website has details on trial results, upfront pricing, and outstanding client reviews.
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Lawrence A. Newman
Tompkins County, NY Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Nova Southeastern University
Hi my name is Larry Newman. Originally, I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY.
I am Of counsel to Cyr and associates a small boutique law firm located in Ithaca, NY.
We offer complete representation of DWI charges within the Finger Lakes. To learn more about DWI law, we encourage you to explore our website, books, blogs ithacadwi.blogspot.com, articles, and most of all our 800 plus You Tube Videos. We are author of numerous books on DWI defense.
If you have a DWI or traffic related matter we urge you to pick up the phone and call...
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Donald Osborn Chesworth
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 52 years of experience
Donald O. Chesworth, a Partner in the Rochester office of Tully Rinckey PLLC, focuses his practice on governmental compliance, business law, municipal liability, commercial law, employment law and management issues.
Donald was admitted to the bar in Connecticut in 1966 and in New York in 1972. He is no longer active in the Connecticut bar. He is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Donald graduated from Graceland College, magnum cum laude in 1963 and from Yale Law School with a Juris...
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Richard Pawelczyk
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 28 years of experience
Employment, Entertainment & Sports, IP and Trademarks
St. John's University School of Law
Richard Pawelczyk handles transactions and litigation for individuals, as well as companies of all sizes. He has represented household names, both individuals and companies, in music, sports, fashion, food & beverage.
He was counsel to several prominent entertainment companies and helped guide their business development. Rich is also a seasoned intellectual property attorney, with vast experience in trademarks and copyrights for celebrities and media companies. He co-authored a legal brief that advocated for extension of copyright protection in a case that was before the United States Supreme Court.
Rich’s experience includes corporate transactions, commercial real estate, food & beverage, fashion,...
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Paul Garrett Barden
Monroe County, NY Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationHealth Care, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
The Law Office of Paul G. Barden, PLLC focuses on personal injury litigation, medical malpractice claims, and healthcare licensing issues. As a former JAG officer, I have the experience and knowledge necessary for helping my clients obtain the justice they deserve.
Contact the office today for a free consultation!
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Christopher W. Folk
Monroe County, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
Christopher served in the Marine Corps, graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. In Applied Economics and Business Management, attended Northeastern University's High-Tech MBA Program and received a M.S. In Computer Information Systems. He received is Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law
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Justin Michael Cordello
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 21 years of experience
Employment, Immigration and Personal Injury
New York Law School
I founded Cordello Law PLLC to focus entirely on labor and employment litigation on behalf of employees throughout the Rochester, New York area. Since that time, my law firm has been instrumental in obtaining significant financial recoveries for clients through the litigation and negotiation of employment disputes. While a firm’s success is generally measured from a financial standpoint, I am proud of the fact that my cases have also led to changes in illegal and abusive employment practices.
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Catherine Aughey
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice and Personal Injury
SUNY Buffalo Law School
A graduate of the SUNY Buffalo Law School, Catherine D. Aughey, Esq. joined Faraci Lange in 2018. At the firm, Catherine focuses her legal practice on medical malpractice cases. She has experience in all phases of civil litigation including depositions, motion practice, hearings and medical malpractice trials.
Prior to joining Faraci Lange, Catherine practiced as an associate attorney in the Litigation Department at HoganWillig, where she started as a Law Clerk in 2014. She also interned at the Erie County District Attorney’s Office in the Domestic Violence Bureau.
Catherine was selected by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys as “New...
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Jon Ethan Bonavilla
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 27 years of experience
(585) 417-7549
100 Meridian Centre Blvd.
Suite 300
Rochester, NY 14618
Free ConsultationSUNY Buffalo Law School
Jon Bonavilla is a highly experienced and aggressive litigator. His practice focuses on civil matters with a particular emphasis on personal injury, matrimonial and family law, sexual harassment and discrimination, employment law, business disputes, and estate litigation. He also provides real estate advice and general estate planning for his clients.
Jon’s focus is on assisting his clients successfully through the legal process. In dealing with any legal matter he seeks to ensure his clients are fully informed, taking the time to explain difficult issues and decisions that are often involved. Jon’s depth of experience makes him...
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Kenneth Roland Kraus
Monroe County, NY Attorney with 18 years of experience
(585) 241-5994
100 Meridian Centre Blvd.
Suite 300
Rochester, NY 14618
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
SUNY Buffalo Law School
Kenneth Kraus helps individuals and families prepare their estate plan, including Wills, asset protection Trusts, Supplemental Needs Trusts (SNTs), Powers of Attorney and Health Care Proxies. He also assists with the probate process including the preparation of income, fiduciary, gift and estate tax returns and the sale of real estate. In addition, Ken works with families to help them understand the complexities of long-term care financing, including Medicare, Medicaid, home care and nursing home planning. Given the ever-changing estate and income tax laws and the increasing concern of special needs and long-term care planning, Ken’s depth and breadth of experience...