New York Lawyers - Albany

Firm: Burke & Casserly, P.C.

255 Washington Avenue Ext Ste 104 , Albany , New York 12205

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Firm: Jo Ann E. Coughtry

125 Wolf Road , Albany , New York 12205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jo Ann E. Coughtry is a seasoned family law attorney with over three decades of experience representing clients exclusively in Matrimonial and Family Law across New York State. Based in Albany, she is known for her adept legal acumen in handling complex divorce cases, child custody disputes, asset division, and support matters. Whether a case is contested or uncontested, Jo Ann provides personalized counsel and strategic advocacy to achieve her clients’ goals while maintaining the privacy and dignity of the family.Jo Ann earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Russell Sage College (1987) and her Juris Doctorate from Albany Law School (1991). She is a member of the New York State Bar Association and previously served as an Assistant Public Defender for Albany County, where she represented indigent clients in criminal matters.Highly regarded for her knowledge of divorce law, Jo Ann is an experienced litigator and negotiator who has resolved countless family law disputes. She approaches each case with a tailored strategy, recognizing that some matters are best resolved through negotiation while others require courtroom advocacy. Her ultimate goal is to guide clients through difficult transitions with respect, professionalism, and a focus on achieving lasting solutions.

Firm: The Granich Law Firm, PLLC

21 Colvin Ave , Albany , New York 12206

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

Firm: Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang

210 Great Oaks Boulevard , Albany , New York 12203

Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

Joseph Gerstenzang is an associate at the law firm of Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang. He received his Bachelor's Degree from Boston University. He is a 2011 magna cum laude graduate of Albany Law School, where he served as a Senior Editor of the Albany Law Review. During Law School, Joseph interned at the District Attorney's Offices in Rensselaer, Albany and Schenectady counties.. Joseph has also lectured across the state about how to handle a DWAI drugs case.. Since joining the firm, Joseph's practice has focused on the defense of driving while intoxicated and driving while ability impaired by drugs cases.

Firm: Mack & Associates, PLLC

270 Mount Hope Drive , Albany , New York 12202

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Dependability is crucial while navigating the legal process. Mr. Drescher puts the upmost importance on being available to his clients during stressful times. He couples unmatched reliability with patience and warmth. Clients should expect strong legal advocacy and superior client relations.. A significant portion of Mr. Drescher’s practice consists of matrimonial and family law. He provides advice and counsel with regard to distribution of marital property, spousal support, custody and visitation, child support, as well as issues of paternity, pre-nuptials, protective orders, and enforcement of Family Court Orders. In addition, Mr. Drescher helps his clients with certain estate, probate, real property and minor criminal matters.. Mr. Drescher was admitted to the New York Bar on November 16, 2017, and the Massachusetts Bar on November 20, 2014. He received his Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts, before returning to his home town of Albany, New York. He received a Bachelors of Arts from Siena College, with a double major in Political Science and Marketing, and a Certificate in Pre-Law. Mr. Drescher participates in several legal organizations, including the New York State Bar Association, Albany Bar Association, and American Bar Association.. In his limited spare time, Mr. Drescher is proud to serve his community as an active Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). He is an avid sports fan.

49 Sheridan Avenue , Albany , New York 12210

Practice Areas: Health Care

Firm: Warner & Warner, PLLC

6 Automation Lane , Albany , New York 12205

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

Jonathan D. Warner is the co-founder and managing partner at Warner & Warner, PLLC in Albany New York. Jonathan focuses his practice in the areas of Consumer Bankruptcy Law, Foreclosure Defense Law, Consumers’ Rights Law, and Mortgage Modification assistance.. Prior to attending law school, Jonathan graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from SUNY Albany in 2007. Thereafter, Jonathan graduated from the Michigan State University College of Law in 2011.. Additionally, Jonathan had the privilege of serving as a summer judicial intern with the U.S. District Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of New York, where he clerked for Hon. Lawrence E. Kahn and thereafter for Hon. Robert E. Littlefield, Jr., respectively.. Jonathan is passionate about providing pro bono services to members of the Capital Region community. In recognition of his pro bono efforts, Jonathan was awarded the 2014 Kurt Clobridge Memorial Award for Pro Bono Service by The Legal Project. Jonathan was also awarded the 2013 and 2014 Top Contributor Award from .. In his spare time, Jonathan enjoys spending time with his wife, Meg, and their two spoiled cats, Master and Margarita. When he isn’t at work, Jonathan enjoys reading, hiking, and riding his motorcycle.

Firm: Hinman Straub P.C.

121state St , Albany , New York 12207

Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Firm: Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang

200 Great Oaks Blvd., , Albany , New York 12203

Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

Firm: Powers & Santola, LLP

39 North Pearl Street , Albany , New York 12207

Practice Areas: Brain Injury

John Powers has represented the interests of catastrophically injured individuals for more than 45 years. For more than 30 consecutive years, he has been selected by a nationwide vote as one of "The Best Lawyers in America" for his representation of plaintiffs in three separate areas of practice: “medical malpractice law”; “product liability litigation”; and “personal injury litigation”.In 2013, John was named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in America" in the field of medical malpractice law - Plaintiffs.In 2012, the New York State Legislature recognized John’s lifetime of professional and community service by a Legislative Resolution which declared: “Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others that John K. Powers has displayed throughout his life”.For more than a decade, his firm, Powers & Santola, has repeatedly been selected by US News and World Report as one of the “Best Law Firms in America” for its representation of plaintiffs in medical malpractice, product liability and personal injury cases. He is listed in the “Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers”. For more than a decade: John has been repeatedly selected for inclusion in New York Super Lawyers; named one of the New York Area’s Top Lawyers in New York Magazine; and selected as one of The Top 100 Trial Lawyers in New York State by The National Trial Lawyers Association.A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Albany Law School, John is a nationally recognized authority on the medical and legal aspects of catastrophic injury. He is the Co-Founder and a former President of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers; a former President of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association; a former President of the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association; a former Chair of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association and has served as a member of the House of Delegates of the NYSBA. John is a Past-President of the prestigious Melvin M. Belli Society. He served as a member of the national Board of Governors of the American Association for Justice [AAJ] (formerly known as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America [ATLA]) for fifteen years and served two terms as a member of the association's Executive Committee. He is one of only 43 lawyers in the nation to be granted the status of "Life Member" in AAJ. John is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Academy of Trial Advocacy, has been awarded the rank of Advocate by the American Board of Trial Advocates and is a Charter Senior Life Fellow of the Foundation of the American Board of Trial Advocates.In addition to his service to the legal profession, John served as First Vice-President and General Counsel of the New York State Brain Injury Association and has been granted Life Membership in both that organization and the National Brain Injury Association. A Co-Founder of the National College of Advocacy and former President of the New York State Trial Lawyers Institute, John is in frequent demand as a speaker, particularly in the area of advocating on behalf of individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries. In the past, he has served as a chairperson or lecturer at more than 450 programs throughout the United States and Canada. John has published many books, chapters and articles on legal issues, including a chapter in The National Head Injury Foundation Guide to the: Analysis, Understanding and Presentation of Cases Involving Traumatic Brain Injury.

Firm: Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, PC

20 Corporate Woods Blvd. , Albany , New York 12211

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

I am fortunate to have received the highest  rating (AV) bestowed fro. I am Martindale-Hubbell, the preeminent national rating service for attorneys.. The AV rating means that other attorneys and judges before whom I have appeared were surveyed by Martindale- Hubbell and those legal professionals anonymously rated my abilities as an attorney with the highest to preeminent legal skills and highest in adhering to ethical standards.. I am also awarded membership in the Top Trial Lawyers in America's Million Dollar Advocates Forum composed of the select group of personal injury attorneys who have won million dollar results.. I am very pleased that the judiciary has recognized me with appointments to The Character and Fitness Committee for the Third Judicial Department where I assess the character and fitness of attorneys seeking admission to practice law in New York State.. I was also appointed  to and currently serve on the Board of Governors For The Attorney /Client Fee Dispute Resolution Program where I also chair The Legal Issues Subcommittee. This important Board sets procedure s for the resolution of fee disputes between lawyers and clients throughout the State of New York without the need for clients hiring another lawyer to process a fee dispute.. Both of the foregoing appointments were made by the Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division for The Third Judicial Department.. I was appointed  to the Judicial Elections Qualification Commission for the Fourth Judicial District  by the Chief Judge for the State of New York  and currently serve as  chairperson for the commission.  The Commission evaluates judicial candidates for all judicial positions from City Court to Supreme Court in the eleven counties of the Fourth Judicial District of the State of New York.   The Commission issues a finding of qualified or not qualified after reviewing candidate submissions and interviewing the judicial candidates.. I have also served as a Master Attorney in The American Inns of Court, Albany Law School Chapter. This organization brought together select judges, attorneys and law students to foster the ethical practice of law.. As a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum I join less than 1% of the Lawyers in America as a member of this prestigious group.. In addition to personal injury cases, my practice in state and federal courts covers commercial litigation, civil rights and employment litigation and corporate represenation.. In 30 Years of practice, I have acted as lead counsel in hundreds of personal injury and wrongful death claims arising from auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, construction accidents, medical, dental and legal malpractice, police misconduct, product liability, fire and explosion cases.  I have also represented business owners in matters involving myriad disputes requiring legal intervention and have advised employees wronged by their employers.

Firm: Rhoades, Cunningham & McFadden, PLLC

90 State Street , Albany , New York 12207

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

John R. McFadden devotes the majority of his law practice to vigorously defending those charged with criminal offenses. John has representing clients in virtually all levels of charges, including narcotics offenses, violent crimes and white collar crimes.  John practices in both New York State and Federal courts.  John prides himself on providing his clients prompt, personal attention and fighting for their rights.. On a personal level, John is happily married and has a son.  He is a long suffering Jets fan and enjoys golfing in his spare time.

Firm: Hoffman, Warnick & D'Alessandro LLC

75 State Street 14th Floor , Albany , New York 12207

Practice Areas: Computers and Software, Intellectual Property , Trademarks, Intellectual Property, Intellectual Property

Firm: Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson, P.C.

Pine West Plaza 5, Suite 507 , Albany , New York 12205

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Family , General Practice, Spousal Support, Marriage & Prenuptials, Marriage & Prenuptials

Firm: 17 British American Blvd.

194 Washington Ave Fl 6 , Albany , New York 12210

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC

22 Corporate Woods Blvd., Ste 501 , Albany , New York 12211

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Recognized as one of the 500 Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers by Lawdragon and one of the Nation's Most Powerful Employment Attorneys by Human Resource Executive Magazine, John counsels and represents employers on labor and employment issues helping them achieve and maintain legal compliance, while improving employee engagement and workplace productivity. With years of experience advising employers in a broad range of industries, John provides his clients practical, real world advice, mindful of the need to balance the legal “ideal” with a client’s operational reality.. John focuses on:

Firm: Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP

1 Commerce Plz , Albany , New York 12260

Practice Areas: Health Care & Hospitalization, Health Care, Health Care

Firm: O'Brien & Monagan Law Firm P.C.

18 Corporate Woods Blvd. , Albany , New York 12211

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

My experience includes all aspects of matrimonial law, including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution of assets, mothers’ rights, fathers’ rights, adoption, domestic violence, and all related family law issues. I have had extensive trial experience, and have resolved hundreds of cases amicably, without litigation.. I have also been a Law Guardian representing children in custody, juvenile delinquency, PINS, and in child abuse and neglect circumstances. I have recently served as staff attorney for the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, focusing on child abuse and maltreatment accusations.. In addition to private practice, I served 10 years as Principal Court Attorney for a Family Court judge who also served as acting justice of the NYS Supreme Court. This decade of Court Attorney experience has enabled me to better understand the judicial perspective which has often been advantageous in seeking solutions to the unique circumstances of clients involved in complex family law issues. Above all, I am committed to client advocacy, protecting the rights and promoting the interests of adults and children that I represent.

Firm: Judith M. Nolfo

1659 Central Ave Ste 208 , Albany , New York 12205

Practice Areas: Probate, Elder Law

Practice is focused on Elder Law, Probate and Administration, Estate and Elder Law Mediation, Estate Taxation, Wills, Trusts and Accountings.

Firm: Greenberg Traurig, LLP

54 State Street , Albany , New York 12207

Practice Areas: Government Law & Policy, Gaming