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Jeffrey Johnstone
Rochester, NY Attorney
Free ConsultationTax
Cornell University
Jeffrey M. Johnstone is Of Counsel in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Rochester office, where his practice is concentrated in estate planning, trusts, estate administration.
He is admitted to practice in New York and Florida, in addition to the U.S. Court for the Western District of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the U.S. Tax Court.
Prior to joining Tully Rinckey, Jeffrey was an equity Partner with Harris, Chesworth, O’Brien, Johnstone & Welch, LLP.
Upon graduating from law school, Jeffrey became associated with the Rochester, New York, firm of Nixon, Hargrave, Devans & Doyle (now the national law...
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Emanuel N. Mouganis
Brockport, NY Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
St. Thomas University School of Law
Attorney Emanuel Mouganis has the accolades you and your family can trust, including being ranked by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of New York. He is also ranked by the American Institute of Family Attorneys as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in the State of New York and has a perfect rating by AVVO. He is also ranked by the American Institute of Criminal Attorneys as one of the Top 10 Criminal Law Attorneys in the State of New York. Prior to becoming a...
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Mark Michael Campanella
Fairport, NY Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
State University of New York - Buffalo
A native Rochesterian, Mark grew up in Penfield, New York. After attending Bishop Kearney High School, Mark pursued a bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Rochester. While attending the U of R, Mark competed nationally within the University Athletic Association conference for the school's indoor and outdoor Track and Field teams, where he was named the team's field captain for his leadership. In his junior year, Mark was accepted into an accelerated 3-2 program for the school's top ranked Public Policy Analysis Program. Mark's master's thesis was a well-received study on the effects of political action committee...
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Robert Brenna
Rochester, NY Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
New England School Of Law
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Catherine Aughey
Rochester, NY Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice and Personal Injury
SUNY Buffalo Law School
A graduate of the SUNY Buffalo Law School, Catherine D. Aughey, Esq. joined Faraci Lange in 2018. At the firm, Catherine focuses her legal practice on medical malpractice cases. She has experience in all phases of civil litigation including depositions, motion practice, hearings and medical malpractice trials.
Prior to joining Faraci Lange, Catherine practiced as an associate attorney in the Litigation Department at HoganWillig, where she started as a Law Clerk in 2014. She also interned at the Erie County District Attorney’s Office in the Domestic Violence Bureau.
Catherine was selected by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys as “New...
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Matthew M Piston
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(585) 241-5972
100 Meridian Centre Blvd.
Suite 300
Rochester, NY 14618
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
Matthew Piston is a dedicated advocate for his clients, whether through court room proceedings or negotiating a resolution to his clients’ matters. His practice is focused on assisting individuals and businesses in a variety of litigation needs, including divorce, commercial, employment and personal injury litigation. Additionally, Matt’s past experience with the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office affords him the ability to thoroughly represent individuals in all types of criminal proceedings and governmental investigations.
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Jacqueline Marie Thomas
Rochester, NY Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Union University 's Albany Law
Ms. Thomas is a partner at Lacy Katzen LLP in the firm's litigation group. She is chair of the firm’s personal injury litigation department and has been a trial attorney for over 31 years.
Her practice is focused in civil litigation including personal injury, medical malpractice, hospital malpractice, nursing home negligence, wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, premises liability, construction site accidents, dog bites, commercial and estate litigation.
Ms. Thomas is knowledgeable in the area of insurance coverage litigation and represents insurance policy holders in coverage dispute litigation against their insurance companies. She has also represented policy holders as...
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Todd J.W. Wisner
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI
Wisner & Wisner LLP, The DWI Defense Attorneys, have a law practice devoted solely to representing the citizen accused of Alcohol Influenced Operating Offenses. We limit our law practice to DWI Defense, Vehicular Crimes, and Appellate Advocacy. Our law firm is based in Rochester, NY, however we routinely handle cases in Buffalo, Syracuse and the surrounding communities.
For over 26 years Todd J.W. Wisner has successfully represented those accused of Alcohol Influenced Operating Offenses. A graduate from McQuaid Jesuit High School and Denison University, he then worked in the litigation department at Squadron, Ellenoff, Pleasant & Lehrer (now Hogan &...
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Derek S. Wild
Rochester, NY Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Syracuse University College of Law and State University of New York - Buffalo
A native of Rochester, New York, Derek S. Wild, Esq. graduated from Syracuse University College of Law.
Mr. Wild has dedicated his entire career to DWI Defense and Criminal Defense. For over a decade Mr. Wild has represented clients accused of a wide variety of crimes, from minor violations to serious felonies.
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Jason R Snyder
Shortsville, NY Attorney with 8 years of experience
Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
State University of New York - Buffalo
Jason Snyder focuses his practice on wills, trusts, estate administration, and real estate law.
Upon graduating from law school, Jason went right into solo practice. After drafting wills for several clients, he quickly realized a passion for estate planning and helping seniors plan for the future. He later worked for several law firms in Rochester, where he performed estate planning, estate administration, and all facets of real estate transactions.
Jason received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Buffalo School of Law and a Bachelor of Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Jason is admitted to practice law in New York State...
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Gerard G. Antetomaso
Rochester, NY Attorney with 37 years of experience
(585) 787-7000
100 Meridian Centre Blvd.
Suite 300
Rochester, NY 14618
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Albany Law School
Jerry has been practicing law for over 30 years and concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate, trusts & estates and business law. Mr. Antetomaso previously worked with the firms of Culley Marks et al. and Pettig, Overbeck and Reid and most recently operated his own practice for over 22 years. As a complement to his work as an attorney, Jerry has extensive experience in dispensing business counsel. From daily operational matters to long term succession issues, his focus is on maximizing value and mitigating complexity. He endeavors to help clients identify what is important to them and...
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Donald Osborn Chesworth
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 52 years of experience
Donald O. Chesworth, a Partner in the Rochester office of Tully Rinckey PLLC, focuses his practice on governmental compliance, business law, municipal liability, commercial law, employment law and management issues.
Donald was admitted to the bar in Connecticut in 1966 and in New York in 1972. He is no longer active in the Connecticut bar. He is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Donald graduated from Graceland College, magnum cum laude in 1963 and from Yale Law School with a Juris...
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Stephen Bennett
Rochester, NY Attorney with 11 years of experience
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Stephen Bennett represents clients in a wide variety of matters. Steve represents business owners throughout the lifecycle of their business from start up, to hiring their first employee, to acquisitions of equipment and other businesses, all the way to sale or transition to inside or outside ownership. Steve’s experience in representing many local lenders in secured transactions also allows him to provide a different perspective to his business clients. In addition, Steve counsels clients in both basic estate planning (Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Health Care Proxies) and in more complex estate and estate tax planning. Long-term care is a...
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Joseph Anthony Lobosco
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 35 years of experience
510 Clinton Square
Rochester, NY 14604
Free ConsultationSt. John's University School of Law
Criminal defense lawyer currently representing defendants in Monroe County, NY and surrounding areas. I've practiced criminal law for over 30 years – first as a prosecutor, then as a defense attorney – and have defended clients against many different kinds of criminal charges. Some of these areas of expertise, including assault, homicide, drug crimes and more, are listed on my website, loboscodefense.com.
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Julie Vaughn Mersereau
Rochester, NY Attorney with 38 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
JULIE V. MERSEREAU, ESQ. focuses her practice on Collaborative Family Law and Divorce Mediation. MEDIATION provides assistance to couples as they negotiate towards the resolution of divorce, separation, reconciliation, parenting and other family issues. Mediation is a cooperative settlement process entered into voluntarily. The mediator acts as a neutral professional who helps the participants make practical, informed decisions to resolve their differences. This process encourages the participants to reach a voluntary agreement that is mutually satisfactory. The goal is to accomplish a “win – win” outcome wherein both parties have their needs and goals addressed and are “okay”...
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Gabriella MacDonald
Rochester, NY Attorney
Criminal Defense, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
Gabriella MacDonald, Esq. was born and raised in Monroe County. She is a graduate of the New York State University at Buffalo Law School, where she was presented with awards including a spot on the Public Service Honor Roll, and also the CALI award, which recognizes her outstanding achievements in trial advocacy.
While attending law school, Ms. MacDonald also spent time as a teaching assistant, she was a member of the UB Law Mock Trial Team, and she was a member of the Erie County Woman’s Bar Association. She also volunteered to coach mock trial students at a local...
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James David Hartt
Fairport, NY Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCivil Rights, Criminal Defense, Education and Employment
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Attorney James D. Hartt represents victims of employment discrimination statewide. He has significant experience representing clients in the NYS Division of Human Rights, EEOC and in State and Federal Courts. Call Attorney James D. Hartt today to set up your free initial telephone consultation.
With Offices in Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse and a Satellite Office in Manhattan, Attorney James D. Hartt is proud to offer his legal expertise to New Yorkers statewide.
James practices in several other areas of law, including but not limited to: criminal defense, professional licensure defense, civil litigation, education law, and others!
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Letty Laskowski
Rochester, NY Attorney with 14 years of experience
Syracuse University College of Law
Letty Laskowski, a Senior Associate in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Rochester office, focuses her practice on civil litigation in state and federal courts, including municipal liability defense and personal injury.
Prior to joining Tully Rinckey PLLC, Letty was associated with Harris, Chesworth, Johnstone & Welch, LLP since 2015. She previously was affiliated with Harris, Chesworth, O’Brien, Johnstone & Welch, LLP (2011-2015); Special Counsel, Inc., (2010-2011); and Thomas & Solomon, LLP (2010).
While in law school, Letty participated in the Community Development Law Clinic, assisting clients with the organizational and regulatory needs of both for-profit LLCs and not-for-profit corporations. She is currently a member...
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Peter Rodgers
Rochester, NY Attorney with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
State University of New York - Buffalo
Peter Rodgers represents individuals in trials involving personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, wrongful death and business disputes. He is a frequent lecturer on trial practice for the New York State and local bar associations. He has authored articles on trial practice. His work in medical malpractice has involved cardiac, neurologic, obstetrical, orthopedic, vascular and infectious disease lawsuits including the failure to diagnose cancer, heart disease and infectious disease. Peter has represented patients who are victims of surgical error and emergency room neglect. He also has represented those injured or killed in auto, premises and workplace accidents.
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Stephen Boyd
Rochester, NY Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
State University of New York - Buffalo
Steve Boyd spent 16 years as a reporter telling people’s stories. As an attorney, he has travelled the country studying the art of storytelling in the courtroom. His goal is to find the most open and honest way to share the true nature and full extent of the losses suffered by his clients.
Steve is the first New York attorney to graduate from the top two trial colleges in the country: The Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming and the Keenan Trial Institute in Atlanta. Recently, Steve has travelled to eight states to study, teach and stay on the cutting edge of...
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Lawrence Krieger
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 32 years of experience
(585) 773-1991
75 South Clinton Avenue
Clinton Square, Suite 510
Rochester, NY 14604
Domestic Violence and Family
Boston University
Krieger Family Law has a "Unique Skill Set".
We know how to win "Order Of Protection" and "Child Custody" cases.
We focus specifically on only those 2 subjects.
Only in Monroe County.
Only in Family Court.
No other subjects.
No other courts.
So we know just what to use in our "legal tool bag" -
where to "tap" the case, where to "hit" if necessary
- and where to not touch.
That only comes from deep experience.
Call For A Prompt Consultation:
585-773-1991
Please mention "Justia" for expedited handling of your inquiry.
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Daniel Andrew Bronk
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Vermont Law School
Dan Bronk is an accomplished attorney with over twenty- six years of trial experience. He has handled thousands of Workers’ Compensation cases since 1992. He has an established record of trial wins in State and Federal courts in New York and Connecticut. He has handled more than eighty trials, including cases involving medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, products liability, fires, construction accidents, car and truck accidents and other negligence claims. He regularly appears at Social Security Hearings on behalf of his clients. While Dan’s goal as a legal advocate for his clients is to achieve...
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Nicholas James Shemik
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
SMU Dedman School of Law
I practice in all areas of personal injury at The Dietrich Law Firm, fighting for the rights of those that were wrongly and seriously injured by someone else’s negligence. I welcome the opportunity to advocate for your rights when you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle collision, slip and fall, worksite construction accident, trucking collision or on someone’s property. I strive to maintain personal contact throughout your case from inception to conclusion; listen to your concerns; guide you step-by-step through the legal process; and, aggressively pursue your interests for just compensation. Unfortunately, insurance companies do not have your...
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Rose G. Colavita
Olean, NY Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Charlotte School of law
Ms. Colavita completed her undergraduate studies at St. Bonaventure University, where she graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Political Science. She attended law school at the Charlotte School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor degree. To date, Ms. Colavita has represented hundreds of clients with a strong commitment to client satisfaction and excellence in the practice of law. During the course of her legal career, she has published several legal articles in peer-reviewed journals and has instructed her peers in a Continuing Legal Education course on Social Security Disability. Ms. Colavita is admitted...
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Kevin Marc Habberfield
Olean, NY Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationAnimal, Construction, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
SUNY Buffalo Law School
I joined Dwyer, Black & Lyle, LLP as an associate attorney in 2008 and became a partner there in 2011. In 2015, we changed the name to Black, Lyle & Habberfield, LLP. I obtained my Bachelor of Science Degree from the State University of New York at Brockport and graduated cum laude from law school at the State University of New York at Buffalo. I am admitted to practice law in both New York and Pennsylvania. I am a member of the American Association for Justice, New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Allegany County Bar Association...
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Rachel Treichler
Hammondsport, NY Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationEnergy and Environmental
The University of Texas School of Law
Rachel Treichler has been providing legal services to clients in the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier region since 2002. She previously practiced in New York City for 20 years. She represents clients in water law, riparian rights and mineral rights matters.
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William Jeffrey Shramek
Rochester, NY Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Cleveland State University
I am a criminal defense, DWI, and traffic law attorney with offices in the historic High Falls area of Rochester, New York. My practice is primarily in Monroe County, but I also handle cases in the surrounding counties of Livingston, Genesee, Wayne, Ontario and others. My traffic law practice takes me to Stafford, NY and Tyre, NY.
I defend individuals accused of felony and misdemeanor crimes and less serious violations. These crimes include:
Assault
DWI
Aggravated DWI
DWAI (violation)
Driving under the influence of drugs
Grand Larceny
Petit Larceny
Armed robbery
Possession of controlled substances (drugs)
Narcotics sale
Criminal trespass
Criminal possession of stolen property
Criminal possession of a weapon
Driving...
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John Kieran Powers
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Personal Injury
Albany Law School
“Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others that John K. Powers has displayed throughout his life”. Resolution of the New York State Legislature recognizing John’s lifetime of professional and community service, which includes: • Tirelessly representing and advocating for catastrophically injured individuals and their families for nearly 50 years; • Selection by his peers for 30+ years as one of "The Best Lawyers in America" in three separate areas of practice: “medical malpractice law”; “product liability litigation”; and “personal injury litigation”; • Being named “Lawyer of the Year” in the field of medical malpractice...
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Donald R. Fox
Rochester, NY Attorney with 49 years of experience
(585) 241-5995
100 Meridian Centre Blvd.
Suite 300
Rochester, NY 14618
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Albany Law School
Donald Fox practices in the areas of real estate, trusts and estates and business related issues. He also has a busy practice in the area of not-for-profit organizations and serves as counsel for churches, fire departments and numerous other community organizations.
Don counsels extensively with the firm’s business clients in all areas of contracts, leasing and business transactions. His extensive background in tax gives him a unique understanding of complex business issues from multiple perspectives. This skill also permits an in-depth analysis in the area of estate planning. In the face of many public policy uncertainties, Don’s in-depth knowledge...
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Jennifer Fazio
Rochester, NY Attorney with 29 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
Ms. Fazio is a partner with the law firm of Dentino, Cammarata & Fazio, LLP and is well respected in the legal community for her skills in the areas of matrimonial and family law. For nearly twenty-five years, she has assisted clients through the difficult transition of divorce, separation and other sensitive family law matters. Ms. Fazio offers compassionate yet effective legal services on the issues of premarital and post marital agreements, separation, divorce, support of children and spouses, division of marital assets and debts, custody and visitation, same sex marriage issues and dissolution of civil unions.
Although...
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Phillip Hurwitz
Rochester, NY Attorney with 33 years of experience
Entertainment & Sports, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
St. John's University School of Law
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Kirsten W. Lamb
Rochester, NY Attorney with 19 years of experience
Estate Planning and Real Estate
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Zachary T. Ruetz
Rochester, NY Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal Defense and Employment
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
As an Associate at Tully Rinckey PLLC, Zachary handles both federal labor and employment plaintiff’s cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Merit Systems Protection Board – in which he defends the rights of federal employees against a range of abuses, including discrimination and retaliation claims, as well as wrongful personnel actions – as well as defending against criminal charges in all town and county courts surrounding the Rochester Office and federal charges within the United States District Court for the Western District of New York. Zachary has enjoyed great success in aggressively and effectively representing federal employees and...
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Donald George Rehkopf
Rochester, NY Attorney with 49 years of experience
Appeals, Criminal Defense and Military
Capital University Law School
I concentrate in complex, serious military criminal defense and appellate matters as well as State criminal defense and appeals. I also handle military post-conviction matters; administrative separations or discharges; Article 15 (Captain's Mast) defense; and Officer misconduct matters. Additionally, I handle security clearance issues for both military and civilians.
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Elizabeth K. Randisi
Rochester, NY Attorney with 19 years of experience
Elder and Estate Planning
Villanova University School of Law
I am a trust and estates attorney practicing at a boutique firm in Rochester, New York. I help clients protect their assets and create a legacy for their children, grandchildren, and charitable causes.
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Donna Haslinger
Batavia, NY Attorney with 33 years of experience
Divorce and Family
SUNY Buffalo Law School
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Bridget O'Toole
Holley, NY Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Administrative, Energy, Environmental and Municipal
Albany Law School
Bridget is here to make your job easier: she is knowledgeable about the law; she helps clients reach consensus about their objectives; and fiercely advocates for her clients.
Bridget O'Toole represents municipalities, community groups, individuals and businesses in a range of matters related to municipal law, renewable energy project siting, land use, zoning, and environmental litigation. She is admitted in New York State as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and...
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Allen Lim
Rochester, NY Lawyer with 1 year of experience
(888) 258-4696
The Powers Building
16 W. Main St., Suite 210
Rochester, NY 14614
Free ConsultationCivil Rights and Personal Injury
Western State University College of Law
Allen Lim, Esq. is an attorney in the Litigation and Personal Injury Departments of Horn Wright, LLP.
Allen grew up and attended school in Orange County, California. He attained a B.A. in Criminal Justice from California State University, Fullerton, and his J.D. at Western State College of Law. An internship with the Orange County Public Defender started his desire to help those in need, and he carries that same drive to this day. Additionally, he utilizes his prior experience in customer service to ensure that each client is heard and that all of their questions are addressed.
Allen is bilingual...
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Steven Malone
Pittsford, NY Lawyer with 45 years of experience
(585) 249-4800
Powder Mill Office Park
1173 Pittsford-Victor Rd., Suite 250
Pittsford, NY 14534
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Albany Law School
An outstanding attorney in the area of general civil practice. Steve is direct and to the point and handles your matters efficiently, intelligently and diligently. You'll know where you stand with Steve. He has practiced in every New York State Court from the lowest to the highest and is rated very high by a National Ethics Rating Firm.
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Nicholas Benjamin Davis
Rochester, NY Lawyer
(888) 888-8888
16 W Main Street, Powers Building
Suite 600
Rochester, NY 14614
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
From a very young age, I knew two things – (1) I wanted to be a lawyer, and (2) I wanted to help people. Growing up in a small rural community in Western New York instilled in me certain values that guide me not only in my personal life but also in my professional life as an attorney. I approach every interaction with my clients based upon my belief that I owe them a duty to represent their interests and service their needs to the fullest extent possible. My clients all get my personal attention and deal with me directly...