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I have been a litigator for over twenty-five years. I was an attorney in the US Navy JAG Corps for five years, where I acted as a prosecutor, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney and counsel to Rear Admiral F.M. Dirren, Jr. I reached the rank of Lieutenant Commander.  Upon leaving the Navy in 1995, I joined Smith, Sovik, Kendrick & Sugnet, P.C. I was made a partner at the firm in 1997. I handle a wide range of litigation matters (commercial litigation, contracts, personal injury, employment law, defamation, construction accidents, professional malpractice, motor vehicle claims, etc.). I am AV rated by Martindale and Hubble, which is its highest rating. I have been named as one of the Best Lawyers in America each year since 2007 for my work in personal injury litigation, products liability and employment law. Likewise, and because I practice all over NYS, I have been included among the Best Lawyers in New York City, Central New York and Western New York. I have been repeatedly named as one of the top 50 attorneys in Upstate New York by SuperLawyers.com.I have had the pleasure of appearing before most of the appellate courts in NYS. I had the honor of making what was viewed as "new law" by the NY Law Journal when I represented a client before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. I have earned several multiple multimillion dollar verdicts. Among those was the largest defamation verdict in our nation's history ($188 million), stemming from a case I tried in Brooklyn, NY. More recently, I have had great success representing pension funds relative to their losses stemming from the Madoff Ponzie scheme. In February of 2014, I represented an oil import company (on a contract claim) in a three-week trial in Houston, and I earned a judgment of $1.4 billion.I have appeared on the O'Reilly Factor and several television programs to discuss various legal issues. I take great pride in my work, and I thoroughly enjoy it.

I graduated from Western New England College School of Law in 2010 and was admitted to the New York State Bar as well as the United States District Court, Northern District of New York in 2011. I am a member of the New York State Bar Association, Onondaga County Bar Association, and the Injured Workers’ Bar Association of New York. I have been a member of Meggesto, Crossett & Valerino, LLP since October 2010.

I dedicated my life to practicing, studying, teaching, and protecting the Law. I deeply care about every client of the office and pride myself on being truthful with my clients, so they can be empowered to make intelligent choices about their lives.  With each client, no matter how big the case, I pride myself on understanding and reaching my clients to best accomplish their goals and needs.  I am an aggressive advocate, continuously remaining current and improving my knowledge of the law, so that I can zealously protect the rights of my clients with confidence.

I believe in giving you the best advice for your particular situation and will give you the unvarnished truth about what I can and cannot do for you.

I am a personal injury lawyer specializing in workers' compensation, construction accidents, and car accidents. My firm has achieved positive results for hundreds of clients and our reputation in the community is strong. I have a wonderfully supportive family.  I am active in the community.  I represent my clients with compassion.  I am a student of the law and strive to learn as much as I can about the areas I practice in. I participate in continuing legal education seminars and have lectured to other attorneys and professionals in various practice areas.

I am a founding partner of Carden Dotzler, PLLC and head the Criminal Defense Practice Group. I concentrate my practice on criminal defense, DWI defense and traffic defense, along with a specialized focus in defending clients who are charged with serious felony offenses. I regularly represent clients who are charged with criminal, DWI and traffic offenses in Onondaga County Court, Syracuse City Court, and other courts throughout Central New York and New York State. I also am the lead attorney for The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers, which specializes in defending clients who have been accused of traffic infractions, whether that be simple tickets for not wearing seat belts, or more serious offenses like DWI and Reckless Driving.Before entering private practice, I served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office for seven years. There, I successfully prosecuted hundreds of felony-level white collar crimes in the Economic Fraud and Financial Crimes Bureau, including embezzlement, forgery, identity theft, tax evasion, counterfeiting and welfare fraud crimes. I also handled a variety of misdemeanor and traffic-related offenses, including the prosecution of larcenies and drug offenses. At the District Attorney’s Office, I gained valuable trial experience and spent countless hours in the courtroom, working closely with local law enforcement, fellow prosecutors and forensic experts.I earned my Law Degree (J.D.) and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the State University of New York at Buffalo. My knowledge, training and litigation experience gives me the unique ability to zealously represent and counsel my clients in a wide array of criminal defense matters.Direct Dial:Fax:Email: Website:

Heather is a Senior Attorney at Nave Law where her practice focuses on family and matrimonial law and civil litigation. Heather came to Nave Law Firm after working at another Syracuse law firm, where she was the firm’s lead matrimonial attorney. Heather has extensive experience litigating family court and matrimonial matters, including complex matters of custody and equitable distribution. Heather’s other professional experience includes working as a journalist, editor, and marketing manager.. Heather is a member of the Attorney for the Child panel in Onondaga County, the Onondaga County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, and the Northern District of New York Bar Association.. Heather graduated cum laude from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law, where she served as editor of the Buffalo Intellectual Property Law Journal and was an associate member of the Buffalo Human Rights Law Review and the Buffalo Journal of Gender, Law, and Social Policy. She is a graduate of St. Bonaventure University, where she majored in journalism and mass communication.

Founder and Partner at the Stanley Law Offices, with six personal injury offices in Syracuse, Watertown, Binghamton, Rochester, Oneonta, NY, and Montrose, PA. Developed the Stanley System for working to get clients the MAXIMUM Award. Shares true stories and is interviewed consistently across many media outlets because of his advocacy for clients' rights and providing helpful knowledge and insights so the public understands how accidents, injures, and aspects of the law can impact them. Founder of the non profit Music For the Mission because of his passion and commitment to giving back to the communities he's a part of. ().. A native of Syracuse New York, Joe graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Syracuse University’s law school in 1981. He’s licensed to practice in all New York State and Federal Trial Courts. He’s a member of the New York State Bar Association, Onondaga County Bar Association and the American Association for Justice, NYSLTA Academy of Trial Lawyers. He’s Board Certified in Civil Trial Practice by the American Board of Trial Advocacy. Joe’s an advocate for the injured who has litigated cases involving car accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, construction site injuries, and more. His reputation as a meticulous litigator with a history of success is matched by his ability to connect with his clients personally while fighting for their compensation. Joe lives in Skaneateles, New York with his wife.. Areas of Practice:Serious Personal Injury, Car/Truck Accidents (MVA), Slip and Falls (Premises Liability), Construction/Labor Law, Workers' Compensation, Social Security Disability, Manufacturer's Liability Cases, Medical Malpractice. Litigation Percentage:95% of Practice Devoted to Litigation. Certification/Specialties:Trial Practice, The American Board of Trial Advocacy. Bar Admissions:New YorkFloridaPennsylvaniaU.S. District Court Northern District of New York. Education:Syracuse University College of Law, Syracuse, New York, 1981 College of Environmental Sciences & Forestry, 1975 – Bachelor of Science. Professional Associations and Memberships:Litigation Counsel of America Trial Lawyer Honorary Society – MemberNational Trial Lawyers – MemberNew York State Bar Association – MemberOnondaga County Bar Association – MemberAmerican Association for Justice – MemberPennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association – MemberNew York State Trial Lawyers Association – MemberNew York State Academy of Trial Lawyers – MemberSuper Lawyers – Member

For over 35 years, George Hildebrandt has used his substantial trial and criminal defense experience to successfully represent clients in federal and state courts in drug conspiracy and smuggling, murder, white collar, firearm, sex offense and other serious cases, achieving many acquittals, dismissals and convictions for greatly reduced charges. George has built his reputation on his hard work, preparation and knowledge of the law.

Bottar Law, PLLC, is a nationally recognized upstate New York law firm that has, since 1983, secured record results for thousands of injured patients, workers, motorists, consumers, and their families.As a member of central New York's largest plaintiffs-only personal injury law firm, which has earned annual recognition in U.S. News & World Report, and has been featured in Newsweek and TIME, my practice is dedicated to the pursuit medical malpractice, wrongful death, product liability, and complex personal injury actions with a focus on claims involving birth injuries, brain and nerve injuries, surgical errors, biomedical product liability, and governmental negligence.Over 15 years in private practice, I have received a number of legal honors, including annual recognition in The Best Lawyers In America® (plaintiff's medical malpractice, personal injury and product liability), an AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and listing in Upstate New York Super Lawyers (Top 50 for 2016).  I was named 2017 Best Lawyers Product Liability Law Lawyer of the Year, and have been repeatedly named to the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys "Top 10," and the National Trial Lawyers "Top 100" and "Top 40 Under 40."  I am a fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America and am a life member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates ForumIn addition to my legal practice, I am an adjunct professor at Syracuse University College of Law and author of the "Civil Practice" chapter of the Syracuse Law Review Survey of New York Law. I am a member of the Board of Directors of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, and lecture regularly throughout the State of New York on medical malpractice, injury and trial-related topics.

Born and raised in Syracuse, New York, Eric W. Sherwood has been representing clients in the Central New York area for his entire career.  Since 1998, Mr. Sherwood has helped defendants in local criminal courts who have been charged with matters as small as traffic tickets and misdemeanors all the way up to DWIs and violent felony offenses.  During this same time, he has also assisted numerous clients in freeing themselves from problematic financial situations through the federal bankruptcy process at both the Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 levels.

Begin Your Divorce Journey HereIf you are looking to create a new start for your family, look no further than Nancy L. Giardina, Esq. For over 20 years, we have been helping Central New York couples with their divorces. Contact us today to schedule your free 20-minute Zoom consultation.. Devoted to her clients and their families, Nancy is an avid supporter and gifted facilitator. A graduate of Syracuse University, she prides herself on her ability to see complex situations from every angle and help New York families make important decisions without having to go to court. Nancy serves as a lawyer in collaborative divorce and family law matters, and she also works as a mediator for marriage and elder law challenges. No matter what challenge you're facing, Nancy is committed to finding a solution that meets your family's unique needs.. After 20 years of practicing divorce and family law in the court system, Nancy limited her practice to assisting families outside of the courtroom.  This allows her to focus on meeting the needs and wants of her clients in a calm and private setting.  Clients can resolve their issues at their own pace with the level of support that they require.  Nancy works with other professionals, such as financial specialists, and mental health professionals.

Attorney Jeffrey DeRoberts was born in Syracuse, earned his law degree from Syracuse University in 1992 and was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1993. Ever since, he has represented parents and divorcing clients in all matters of family law and divorce in Onondaga County and surrounding jurisdictions of central New York.. Unlike some lawyers who focus only on helping you get a divorce, Mr. DeRoberts brings extensive experience to resolving issues that arise after the divorce has been finalized — modifications and enforcement of child custody, visitation and child support orders. Of course, he can also handle contested and uncontested divorces, paternity disputes or domestic violence protection orders. He commits 100 percent of his experience, dedication and personal attention to the success of every case.

Attorney James C. Hopkins, founder of the James Hopkins Law Firm, is a seasoned criminal defense attorney with over three decades of experience. Serving clients throughout New York State and in federal court, Mr. Hopkins focuses on serious criminal charges such as homicide, drug offenses, and embezzlement. A graduate of Syracuse University College of Law, he began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Onondaga County, where he developed his trial advocacy skills.Renowned for his expertise in forensic DNA evidence, Mr. Hopkins has lectured on the subject at the university level and is adept at handling cases involving advanced prosecutorial tools. His dedication to client success has earned him recognition as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association and inclusion in the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys’ 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction.Mr. Hopkins is committed to providing personalized, high-quality defense strategies tailored to each client’s needs. He is an active member of professional organizations such as the American Bar Association and the International Narcotic Enforcement Officers Association. Clients rely on James Hopkins for his skill, dedication, and unwavering commitment to justice.