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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 to put each client’s mind to rest on all matters relating to trusts and estates law, as we work together to create a comprehensive, strategic and highly-personalized plan that addresses their goals and wishes.. Knowing that it is not always easy to come to an attorney’s office, I am available for home, office, and hospital visits.. I can assist you with:. If you would like assistance with your personal affairs, please call me directly at, or email me at

Individuals and businesses facing complicated tax problems call me for help because they can expect prompt, personal attention, a careful assessment of the situation, and plain talk about options that will be cost effective and sensible. I routinely assist individuals and businesses dealing with the IRS or State taxing authorities in almost any situation including audits, an administrative or judicial appeal after an audit, or when collection activities are threatened or underway.   I have over 30 years of experience, five years with the U.S. Department of Justice representing the Internal Revenue Service and over 25 years in private practice representing individual and business clients.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our two shih-tzus and I play a lot of tennis!  If I am not in court chances are I am on a court somewhere.  Othe interests include golf, the theatre and travel.

I represent individuals and businesses in connection with investigations and prosecutions brought by federal and state authorities, including those who have been arrested and those who are targets or subjects of a criminal investigation.. I have been practicing law in New York State and Federal Courts since 2000.  Initially, I worked for two respected New York City law firms, where I practiced labor law and state and federal litigation.. In 2004, I began my own law practice in Syracuse, New York.  Since then, I have handled all kinds of criminal defense and civil litigation cases for clients around the country, including: international drug smuggling cases, RICO cases with murder allegations, conspiracy cases, Hobbs Act cases, environmental cases, kidnapping cases, weapons cases, internet crime cases and larceny cases.  I also handle small but important matters, such as shoplifting, DWI and BWI and traffic offenses.  I also represent children who have been charged with crimes in New York State Family Court.. I have experience handling federal civil litigation including copyright violations, international contract cases and federal bankruptcy litigation.  In New York State Supreme Court, I have handled business disputes, personal injury matters and contract litigation.. Although I have varied experience, I do not take every case that comes in to my office. I  will meet with you to determine whether your issue is a matter that I feel that I am best suited to handle.  If I feel that you would be better served by another attorney, such as a personal injury specialist, medical malpractice specialist or dedicated divorce lawyer, I will make a referral to a highly-qualified attorney that will best suit your needs.

I listen.  I call you back and make every effort to do so the same day.. Reliability and responsiveness are the tenets of my law practice.  If you’ve ever hired a lawyer, how many times did you find yourself waiting by the phone for that lawyer to call you back with an answer to a seemingly simple question?  A failure to communicate is too often associated with today’s legal profession.. Not in my office.. I am reliable and responsive because I understand why you hired me.  You need an advocate who will guide you through what might be one of the most difficult and agonizing experiences of your life.  You’re not just a “client file” here.  I’m passionate about helping my clients through the legal process.  Achieving a positive outcome in your case is my priority.. I achieve results because I’m disciplined.  The military forged self-discipline into my character.  I served nine years and two combat tours as an active duty US Army officer.  Then I joined the Reserves and settled down in Syracuse to be near family.. You should know that about me, too.  Family is important and my law office puts families and people first.. In the Army, I was a prosecutor and spent years in the courtroom honing my advocacy skills.  I advised commanders and leaders in combat on the legal parameters of warfare.  I defended Soldiers accused of serious criminal offenses on appeal.  Here in Syracuse, I put the same level of commitment into my law practice.  I look forward to working for you. I am also a Partner of The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers, which is specialized in defending clients who have been accused of traffic infractions, from simple traffic tickets to DWI or Reckless Driving.. Reliable. Responsive. Results.  Call me today and I’ll prove it.

I have been working in Syracuse on and off since I was a 13 year old file clerk in my Father's office.  After graduating from LeMoyne College I began my accounting career with the local firm of Dermody Burke & Brown. After 5 years with DB&B I went to Law School in California and found my way back to Syracuse to work with PriceWaterhouse Coopers.. I am very lucky to have had the opportunity to join Mackenzie Hughes LLP in 2000, and have developed a practice which focuses on advising individuals and businesses on financial matters ranging from business start ups to to succession planning and estate planning.  I also counsel not for profits on governance matters in addition to formation and dissolutions.. I live in Camillus with my husband and sons and currently am the immediate past-predisident of the Central New York Estate Planning Council.  I have also acted as a member of the LeMoyne College Board of Regents, the Samaritan Center Board and as a volunteer as numerous local charities and comunity causes including the Camillus Volunteer Fire Department.

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 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 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.

Frederick P. Davies is the founder and senior attorney of the Davies Law Firm, P.C. and a noted speaker on Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Long Term Care, Medicaid and Taxes.  He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Vermont in 1982 and a law degree (Juris Doctor) from the Syracuse University College of Law in 1985.  Following graduation, Mr. Davies was admitted to practice law in all the state courts of New York and Connecticut.  He is also admitted to practice law before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Tax Court and the Federal District Courts for the Northern and Western Districts of New York.. In September 1983, Mr. Davies joined the United States Navy JAG Student Program.  After taking the Bar Exams for New York and Connecticut, Lieutenant (JG) Davies attended Naval Justice School in Newport, Rhode Island, and was certified as a Judge Advocate (Military Lawyer).  In January 1986, Lieutenant (JG) Davies was stationed at Naval Base San Francisco, California, where he began his estate planning practice and gained extensive trial experience.  In 1989, Lieutenant Davies left active duty, returned home to Central New York, and joined the Naval Reserve, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander.. In 1992, Captain Davies transferred to the New York Air National Guard and served as the Deputy Staff Judge Advocate for the 174th Fighter Wing at Hancock Field, Syracuse.  In 1995, he accepted the position of Air Staff Judge Advocate for Headquarters, Connecticut Air National Guard.  In 2002, Lieutenant Colonel Davies transferred back to the New York Air National Guard and served as the Staff Judge Advocate for the Eastern Air Defense Sector, Rome, New York.. In May 2012, Colonel Davies transferred to the US Air Force Reserve at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, and served as the Senior IMA for the Community Legal Services Directorate of The Judge Advocate General of the United States Air Force.  In November 2014, Colonel Davies transferred to the Air Force Judge Advocate. General’s School (Air Force Law School) where he served as an Instructor and the Subject Matter Expert on Estate Planning for the United States Air Force.  Colonel Davies retired from the military on December 14, 2015.. Mr. Davies, upon his release from active duty in 1989, worked for a number of law firms in Central New York.  Wanting to focus his legal practice on Estate Planning, Mr. Davies started the Davies Law Firm, P.C. in 1993.  From simple beginnings, the firm has become one of the prominent law firms in Central New York focused on Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Estate Administration, Probate, Long Term Care, and Taxation.. Mr. Davies is a member of the American Bar Association (Wills and Estates Section), the New York State Bar Association (Trusts & Estates and Elder Law Sections), the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, and the Estate Planning Council of Central New York.. Mr. Davies has given over 1000 seminars on Estate and Tax Planning, Long Term Care, Medicaid and other Elder Law issues. He has also been a guest speaker for a variety of groups and organizations including the AARP – Local Onondaga Chapter, The Adult Education Program of SUNY Utica, The Carpenters Union Local 747, The First Baptist Church of Rome, The General Electric Elfun Retirees, Liverpool Public Library, New York State Correctional Facility Employees Association, Niagara Mohawk Employees, The Prostate Cancer Survivors Group, S.A.G.E., Sennett Seniors, Verizon Employees Group, The West Genesee Adult Education Program, The Women’s Business Group of Utica, and many others.

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.

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.