Bainbridge Lawyers

James Melita, who grew up in Gloversville, graduated from Plattsburgh State University of New York with a major in political science and a minor in economics. He then graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Michigan. After graduating from law school, James Melita formed his own law practice with a main office in Albany, NY, specializing in Traffic Defense Law, Collections Law, Family and Matrimonial Law, and Real Estate Law.

Mike is Of Counsel in O&A’s Health Law practice group. His practice consists primarily of civil litigation with a focus on appellate litigation and brief writing. Mike litigates across a variety of practice areas, including state and federal constitutional law, administrative law, civil rights, antidiscrimination law, insurance law, commercial disputes, personal injury, and criminal defense. Before joining O’Connell and Aronowitz, Mike was Senior Associate and Deputy General Counsel at a New York City-based firm where his practice was focused on class and collective actions in federal courts. He litigated matters involving labor and employment and product...

Attorney Matthew T. Bennett III is an associate attorney in the Criminal Law Department at Larkin Ingrassia Criminal Defense Attorneys, located in Kingston, NY. Since joining the firm in September 2023, he has dedicated his practice to criminal defense, including DWI/DUI defense and traffic ticket defense. Known for his strong legal skills and commitment to his clients, Attorney Bennett works tirelessly to provide thorough, strategic defense for individuals facing criminal charges in Kingston and surrounding areas. Before joining Larkin Ingrassia Criminal Defense Attorneys, Attorney Bennett served as an Assistant District Attorney in Sullivan and Orange Counties for over four years, where...

James is an Associate in our Trusts & Estates, Business, and Health Law departments. Before joining our firm in August 2024, James developed proficient skills and knowledge as a Senior Associate Attorney at a firm located in the Capital Region. This experience gave James the opportunity to engage with clients in a variety of legal matters, including, estate and long-term care planning, estate tax reduction strategies, estate and trust administration, real estate, corporate transactions and the formation of various business entities. He is dedicated to developing a plan tailored to fit the client’s specific needs and ensuring...