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Legal Practices
LITIGATION
We have substantial experience with the most complex types of litigation. Our attorneys regularly litigate before federal and state agencies and courts (trials and appeals), including administrative proceedings, admiralty, construction and commercial disputes, employment-related and EEOC issues, ERISA, insurance coverage issues, personal injury, property damage, products liability cases, sporting equipment claims and real estate matters. The skills and reputation established in the course of our representation as national and regional counsel for large, sophisticated clients throughout the United States are also put to effective use for individual and small business clients.
ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
Our attorneys have counseled clients regarding federal and state laws related to SuperFund (CERCLA), hazardous wastes (RCRA), clean air, clean water, regulated medical waste, toxic substances liabilities, stray voltage claims and permitting requirements, as well as government and private-party lawsuits. Our experience includes negotiations and litigation of all aspects of "cradle to grave" environmental issues before federal, state and local agencies.
CORPORATE, BUSINESS AND EXECUTIVE LAW
Emphasis is placed upon helping clients of all sizes achieve their objectives in efficient and practical ways. From Hall of Fame sports figures to "John Q. Public," we serve as counselors in many forums: the media, regulatory agencies, courtrooms, boardrooms and even dining rooms. We have experience in business formation, continuation and transformation (growth and downsizing), as well as management and ownership succession. We have assisted clients with contract negotiations, financial and real estate transactions, employee management and executive-related issues (including wills, trusts and estate planning).
CONSTITUTIONAL AND FIRST AMENDMENT LAW
We have considerable experience in Constitutional Law, with an emphasis on First Amendment issues. We have assisted outdoor advertising firms in obtaining development rights for billboards throughout the Northeast.
COMMERCIAL COLLECTIONS
Complimenting the many services made available to our clients, the Firm also provides commercial collection services, utilizing paralegals where appropriate to achieve efficient and timely results. Our attorneys and paralegals have efficiently litigated and resolved hundreds of claims.
HEALTH CARE LAW
We have substantial experience with the most complex types of litigation. Our attorneys regularly litigate before federal and state agencies and courts (trials and appeals), including administrative proceedings, admiralty, construction and commercial disputes, employment-related and EEOC issues, ERISA, insurance coverage issues, personal injury, property damage, products liability cases, sporting equipment claims and real estate matters. The skills and reputation established in the course of our representation as national and regional counsel for large, sophisticated clients throughout the United States are also put to effective use for individual and small business clients.
UTILITY REPRESENTATION
Our attorneys have historically represented utilities in a wide variety of matters, including construction litigation, environmental issues, property damage claims and general liability defenses for wrongful death, personal injury and property damage allegations. The Firm serves as Legal Advisor to Dig Safely New York, Inc. and is recognized for its extensive work in underground utility line protection.
