Practice

Real Estate

Real estate constitutes the largest single purchase most individuals will make in their lifetime. Legal representation prior to and at closing is essential to ensure that the property being purchased is legally conveyed by the seller free of all liens, encumbrances, and claims of third parties, and prevents the type of miscommunications or complications which can result in the loss of the sale. In addition to taking the stress out of the closing process, we will prepare and review all necessary closing documents, explain their significance to you, and ensure that all financial transactions are completed accurately and in accordance with the agreement and understanding of all parties. We handle virtually all real estate matters including:

House closings (sellers and buyers)
Bank mortgage loan closings (lenders and buyers)
Mortgage refinances
Commercial property closings
Business and bulk sales
Title examinations and insurance

Personal Injury

If you or a loved one have been injured, let us help you obtain the compensation to which you are entitled. We handle all serious personal injury claims, including:

Automobile accidents
Wrongful deaths
Slip and fall
Construction accidents
Work related injuries
Product liability
Most other negligence claims

Call us today for a no-obligation consultation.

Bankruptcy

Life can be unpredictable, and even with the best planning debt can quickly spiral out of control, particularly following an unexpected loss of income. The law provides relief, and we can help you obtain that relief while protecting your assets. We handle:

Chapter 7 filings, allowing for the immediate discharge of personal and/or business debt
Chapter 13 filings, allowing for elimination of both interest and principal to reduce your debt to a level commensurate with your income
Chapter 7, 11 and 13 representation of creditors

In all cases, we will evaluate your circumstances and help you determine which type of relief is available to you and best suited to your needs. In addition to preparing your petition for filing, we will review possible pitfalls with you to ascertain and confirm that no grounds for objections to discharge exist, ensuring that the process will proceed as smoothly as possible.

“We are a debt-relief agency, and we help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.”

DWI & Traffic

From minor traffic violations to DWI, competent legal representation is essential to:

Explore and advance available legal defenses
Communicate mitigating factors which warrant leniency
Minimize adverse license and insurance ramifications

With most routine traffic violations, our clients are able to avoid the inconvenience and embarrassment of appearing personally in court.

Criminal Defense

In most criminal cases, a fair and reasonable disposition can be reached well before trial. However, we believe that all defendants deserve an experienced trial attorney who will:

Fully investigate the events leading up to the charge
Obtain and review all information in the possession of the prosecution
Explore and discuss with you all potential defenses
Keep you informed at all stages of your case
Present available defenses and assert your rights
Be prepared to try your case before a jury if a satisfactory disposition cannot be reached

We handle all manner of criminal cases.

Wills & Estates

A professionally prepared Last Will and Testament is relatively inexpensive, yet crucial to estate planning. Without a Will, you are trusting the State of New York to determine who should receive your possessions when you die, remaining mute as to who should care for your children, and foregoing any safeguards against waste of family assets. An effective Last Will and Testament will allow you to:

Name the persons whom you wish to inherit your property
Name a trustee to manage property left to minor children
Designate a representative to administer your estate
Designate a guardian for surviving minor children
Direct the manner in which your final affairs should be handled
Express any final sentiments or funeral preferences that you may have

We also offer a wide range of estate planning options and advice concerning living wills, health care proxies, powers of attorney, living and testamentary trusts, and estate tax planning. It’s never too early to plan ahead to protect those whom you love.

Divorce and Family Law

Cases involving family or matrimonial law can often be the most stressful for clients; however, an experienced, competent and professional attorney can often reduce that stress considerably. We will take the time to fully explain all relevant laws and legal principles relevant to the outcome of your case, will help you establish and attain your objectives through negotiation and, if necessary, will aggressively advance your case through litigation. Areas of representation include:

Contested and uncontested divorces
Child custody and visitation
Child support
Spousal maintenance
Adoption
Name changes

Corporate & Business Law

We provide a wide range of services to our corporate and business clients, which include large and well-established corporations as well as initial start-ups. We provide representation and assistance relating to:

Business incorporation and operation
Limited Liability Company (LLC) formation and operation
Not-for-Profit corporations
Religious corporations and churches
Assumed names
Loans and financing agreements
Contracts (all kinds)
Civil litigation
Bankruptcy litigation

Local Representation

We are pleased to provide local representation to out-of-area attorneys and law firms, most commonly in connection with:

Supreme Court motion appearances
Attendance at bankruptcy meetings of creditors
Attendance at mortgage foreclosure auctions
Witness and equity closings
Oral depositions / EBT’s
Other “of counsel” appearances

Client’s Rights

You are entitled to be treated with courtesy and consideration at all times by your lawyer and the other lawyers and personnel in your lawyer’s office.
You are entitled to an attorney capable of handling your legal matter competently and diligently, in accordance with the highest standards of the profession. If you are not satisfied with how your matter is being handled, you have the right to withdraw from the attorney-client relationship at any time.
You are entitled to your lawyer’s independent professional judgment and undivided loyalty uncompromised by conflicts of interest.
You are entitled to be charged a reasonable fee and to have your lawyer explain at the outset how the fee will be computed and the manner and frequency of billing. You are entitled to request and receive a written itemized bill from your attorney at reasonable intervals. You may refuse to enter into any fee arrangement that you find unsatisfactory. In the event of a fee dispute, you may have the right to seek arbitration; your attorney will provide you with the necessary information regarding arbitration in the event of a fee dispute, or upon your request.
You are entitled to have your questions and concerns addressed in a prompt manner and to have your telephone calls returned promptly.
You are entitled to be kept informed as to the status of your matter and to request and receive copies of papers. You are entitled to sufficient information to allow you to participate meaningfully in the development of your matter.
You are entitled to have your legitimate objectives respected by your attorney, including whether or not to settle your matter.
You have the right to privacy in your dealings with your lawyer and to have your secrets and confidences preserved to the extent permitted by law.
You are entitled to have your attorney conduct himself or herself ethically in accordance with the Code of Professional Responsibility.
You may not be refused representation on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin or disability.