Top best Litigation Lawyers Near me in ZIP 14202

Now in my third decade of practice, my career focus has been client counseling and litigation. I have successfully represented clients in matters ranging from small claims matters in city and county courts, through oral argument of multi-million dollar claims at the Appellate Divisions and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. Areas of practice include, but are not limited to media and First Amendment law, environmental law, labor and employment law, insurance coverage, contract law, trademark and copyright law, and professional liability defense.. As a defender of both media and individual rights to free speech, my experience includes: trial court and appellate level libel defense work on behalf of printed media, television and radio clients; counseling media clients on state and federal Freedom of Information laws; pre-publication review of newspaper articles; and pre-publication review of manuscripts for a major publishing house.  My litigation experience includes the representation of major public utilities in complex environmental litigation, including CERCLA, Clean Air Act and New York State Navigation Law matters. I also have experience in public interest litigation involving significant questions of Indian and Administrative law, have litigated complex intellectual property matters on behalf of corporate clients, and have significant experience in dealing with administrative agencies.. An active member of my former firm’s Diversity and Inclusion Team and a recipient of the firm’s Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award, I also am an Empire State Counsel honoree.. Feel free to contact me:KARIM A. ABDULLAFINNERTY OSTERREICHER & ABDULLA70 Niagara Street, Suite 411Buffalo, New York 14202-3407Phone: x. 225Fax:Mobile:

Mr. Whitbeck is a prominent Buffalo attorney concentrating his practice in several Areas of the law including: commercial and general litigation, personal injury and wrongful death, appellate practice (appeals), debt relief, and complex litigation.. He is a graduate from the University of Buffalo School of Law and holds a Masters Degree from the University of Southern California. He has a broad business background prior to his law practice.. The Whitbeck Law Office is known for its thorough and competent representation of clients and it responsiveness to clients' individual needs.

Mr. Brown concentrates his practice in employment and general business litigation. He regularly defends private and public sector employers in disputes involving harassment, discrimination, wage & hour claims, restrictive covenants, employment contracts, whistleblower claims, defamation, and other tort claims. Mr. Brown also advises clients on a broad array of employment matters and strategies to avoid litigation.. In addition to his employment practice, Mr. Brown has experience litigating complex business disputes as well as representing municipalities, public officials, and school districts in matters involving civil rights claims, First Amendment retaliation, NY Education Law, Article 78 proceedings, and other municipal law matters. He has tried multiple cases and successfully briefed and argued nearly 20 appeals in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and numerous appeals in state appellate courts.. Prior to joining Hurwitz & Fine, Mr. Brown was a partner in the business litigation group at Buffalo’s largest law firm, where he co-chaired the employment litigation practice and served as the firm's diversity partner. He started his legal career as an associate in the litigation group of an international law firm in Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia.. Mr. Brown is a leader in the community and legal profession. He is the immediate past president and a director for the Minority Bar Foundation and serves as the vice president of the Summit Foundation. He previously served as vice president of the Buffalo Prep and Neighborhood Legal Services boards, past president of the Minority Bar Association of WNY, and an elected member of the New York State Bar Association House of Delegates. Mr. Brown has received several honors, including the National Federation for Just Communities Community Leader Award and Buffalo Business First's 40 Under Forty Award.. Mr. Brown graduated magna cum laude from the University of Rochester and received his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law.

Jeffrey Reina utilizes well-honed legal strategies and a tenacious drive to generate significant results for his clients. He has earned a longstanding reputation as a go-to litigator for a wide variety of clients embroiled in high-stake legal disputes.. Mr. Reina has extensive trial experience and has handled numerous high-profile cases. He has represented a wide variety of clients, including individuals, small family-owned businesses, high-profile companies based in Western New York, international conglomerates, and parties involved in various aspects of matrimonial disputes.. Mr. Reina’s scope of practice is unique. He represents corporate clients in disputes involving contracts, employment agreements, intellectual property, and shareholder matters, as well as individuals in matrimonial disputes such as divorce, spousal support, prenuptial agreements, and post-judgment.. Mr. Reina oversees Lipsitz Green Scime Cambria's Business & Commercial Litigation Practice Area. He resolves disputes for clients involving contracts, employment agreements, trademarks, copyrights, and partnership and shareholder matters.. Prior to becoming an attorney, Mr. Reina spent nearly a decade working in the restaurant industry. For several years, he served as general manager for a multi-million dollar franchise. Mr. Reina’s business experience gives him unusual insight into issues facing the business clients he serves.. The following are examples of recent matters Mr. Reina has handled for Commericial Litigation clients:. Visit for more information about Mr. Reina’s experience and results in the areas of commercial litigation and matrimonial law.

I focuse my practice on trusts and estates litigation in Surrogate’s Court.. Prior to joining Hodgson Russ, I served as principal law clerk in the chambers of Surrogate's Court Judge Margarita López Torres in Brooklyn, New York for six years.  I was also an associate at Greenfield Stein & Senior, LLP, a trusts and estates litigation boutique in New York City.  Prior to that I was a staff attorney in The Legal Aid Society’s Civil Appeals & Law Reform Unit and The Brooklyn Office for the Aging, and .

I am a commercial litigator whose practice includes civil and white-collar criminal litigation, and representation of professionals in disciplinary proceedings. I also advise on legal ethics matters. This profile may constitute Attorney Advertising. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Henry A. Zomerfeld is Brooklyn born and bred, but has called Buffalo his home since 2007. He practices primarily in the area of environmental, energy, land use, and municipal litigation.. Mr. Zomerfeld is committed to fierce and effective advocacy, strong client relationships, and consistent results. He works diligently and strategically to achieve successful outcomes for our clients, which he frequently obtains through implementing practical and creative solutions.. The diversity of Mr. Zomerfeld’s practice exposes him to a variety of unique matters that help him expand his knowledge of the law, which in turn helps better advise his clients, serve their needs, and zealously represent them in all facets of litigation. In addition, Mr. Zomerfeld is heavily involved with the Volunteer Lawyers Project to provide pro bono legal representation to those who could not afford it otherwise.. Mr. Zomerfeld’s experience draws from his success in advocacy competitions, where he has consistently ranked amongst the best. He is a fierce competitor, winning the 2013 Desmond Moot Court competition at University at Buffalo School of Law. He ranked 3rd best in the United States and 7th best in the world out of a field of 600 in the Jessup International Moot Court competition.. Mr. Zomerfeld graduated from the University at Buffalo School of Law, and received his B.A. cum laude in Political Science, with a minor in Legal Studies from Buffalo State College.. At UB, Mr. Zomerfeld spent three years at the Office of Judicial Affairs, culminating his tenure there as Chief Hearing Representative. In that capacity, he supervised an office of 10, and supervised administrative hearings concerning student conduct violations ranging from hazing to harassment to sexual assault.. Prior to law school, Mr. Zomerfeld held a similar position at Buffalo State College – that of Chief Justice, effectively supervising six colleagues and adjudicating a variety of civil and criminal matters related to student conduct.. Beyond his achievements in the courtroom, Mr. Zomerfeld is a member of the prestigious Order of Barristers legal honor society and a recipient of the Robert J. Connelly Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, which is given to students in recognition of their superior abilities as developing trial lawyers and in demonstration of zealous advocacy, civility, and ethics.

Extensive litigation experience in business-related torts and complex commercial litigation, including, contractual disputes, non-compete agreements, unfair competition claims, theft of trade secrets, breach of fiduciary duty claims, commercial lease disputes, intellectual property disputes, personal injury defense, insurance fraud, and insurance coverage disputes.

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As a Trial Attorney at Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, Richard concentrates his practice on civil defense litigation, litigating cases in labor law, premises, and automobile tort liability, breach of contract claims, SUM claims, and insurance coverage disputes. Richard has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 for his dedicated work in civil litigation.. Prior to joining Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte PC, Richard worked in house for a J.D. Power ranked insurance company, representing the company and its insureds in a variety of disputes from tort defense to contract dispute.   Richard has also worked for a national labor and employment law firm advocating on behalf of both employees and employers on an array of disputes arising in discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour law and unfair labor practices.  At the federal level, Richard has assisted managers, employees, and contractors who are litigating Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaints as well as U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) appeals. Richard also practiced in civil litigation and corporate law, providing counsel to small businesses.  Richard has represented businesses targeted by personal injury lawsuits under labor law liability, products liability, and negligence.. Richard earned his juris doctorate cum laude from the University at Buffalo School of Law in 2015.  While earning his degree, Richard interned within the Criminal Appeals unit at the Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo.  In this position, Richard advocated on behalf of indigent clients seeking appellate review of their convictions.  Richard managed all aspects of the appellate process, culminating in argument before the 4th Department Appellate Division panel of judges. During law school, Richard was the Publications Editor to the Buffalo Journal of Gender, Law & Social Policy and worked as a law clerk in Buffalo City Court, researching and drafting judicial opinions.. Prior to his legal career, Richard earned his Bachelor of Arts in Literature summa cum laude from Buffalo State College.  As an undergraduate, Richard tutored fellow students in writing and reading comprehension at a local community college, focusing on both academic papers and creative endeavors.. A native of Western New York, Richard resides in West Seneca with his wife and their two children.  Richard is a loyal Bills and Sabres fan. When he is not in the office or spending time with his family, he enjoys spending his free time on the ice or running.