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Hodgson Russ attorneys Paul J. Vallone and Bethany J. Gilbert accepted to 2007 Leadership Buffalo programs: Dec-18-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hodgson Russ partner Paul J. Vallone has been accepted to Leadership Buffalo’s Class Experience. Attorney Bethany Gilbert has been accepted to the Rising Leaders program.
Hodgson Russ partner Kenneth P. Friedman elected president of Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society: Dec-14-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Kenneth P. Friedman, a partner in Hodgson Russ LLP’s Corporate & Securities Practice Group, has been elected president of the board of the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society (BECHS).
Hodgson Russ opens Palm Beach office: Dec-04-2006 — We are pleased to announce an expansion of our more than 30-year presence in South Florida with the opening of our Palm Beach office, located on the sixth floor of 450 Royal Palm Way.
Hodgson Russ partner Robert N. Gottfried faculty speaker at New York City Bar CLE program: Nov-30-2006 — NEW YORK, N.Y. — Robert N. Gottfried, a partner in Hodgson Russ LLP’s Immigration Practice Group, was a faculty speaker at “Employment and immigration law: Overlaps, conflicts, and intersections,” a New York City Bar Continuing Legal Education program.
Hodgson Russ attorney Jack Trachtenberg speaker at CFMA seminar: Nov-29-2006 — ALBANY, N.Y. — Jack Trachtenberg, an attorney in Hodgson Russ LLP’s State & Local Tax Practice Group, recently spoke at “New York sales and use tax issues for the construction industry: What you don’t know can hurt you.”
Jack Trachtenberg to join UB Law School GOLD Group board: Nov-17-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Jack Trachtenberg, an attorney in Hodgson Russ LLP’s State & Local Tax Practice Group, has been appointed to the Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) Group at University at Buffalo Law School, the State University of New York.
Leslie R. Kellogg among Business First’s 40 Under Forty: Nov-15-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Leslie R. Kellogg, a partner in Hodgson Russ LLP's General/International Tax Practice Group and International/Cross-Border Practice Group, was honored as one of Business First's 2007 40 Under Forty.
John J. Zak and Jeffrey A. Rinde on NYSBA panel: Nov-09-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — John J. Zak and Jeffrey A. Rinde will be panelists on the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA) continuing legal education program “Accounting for Lawyers.”
Kenneth P. Friedman chairs NYSBA program: Nov-09-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Kenneth P. Friedman, a partner in Hodgson Russ LLP’s Corporate & Securities Practice Group, was appointed chair and moderator of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) program “Buying or selling a small business.”
Mark A. Harmon presenter at Securities Transfer Association conference: Nov-09-2006 — NEW YORK, N.Y. — Mr. Harmon’s presentation, “Transfer agent litigation and liability: The perils and pitfalls of canceling shares,” was part of the three-day conference, held October 17-20 in Amelia Island, Florida.
Catherine Grantier Cooley appointed to NYSBA committee: Oct-10-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Catherine Grantier Cooley, an attorney in Hodgson Russ LLP’s Business Litigation Practice Group, was recently appointed to the New York Bar Association’s (NYSBA) Committee on the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules.
Christopher M. Martell joins Hodgson Russ: Oct-04-2006 — ALBANY, N.Y. — Hodgson Russ LLP is pleased to announce that Christopher M. Martell has joined the firm’s Albany office as a member of the Real Estate & Finance Practice Group.
Kevin D. Szczepanski appointed to school board of St. Francis High School: Sep-18-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — St. Francis High School is a Franciscan, college-preparatory school that serves young men of diverse faiths and backgrounds from throughout Western New York.
Lance J. Madden appointed chair of one AmCham committee, member of another: Sep-08-2006 — TORONTO, ONT. — Lance J. Madden has been appointed chair of the Cross-Border Business Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada (AmCham) and appointed to serve on AmCham’s Policy/Government Relations Committee.
Paul M. Frank appointed to New York City Bar committee: Aug-21-2006 — NEW YORK, N.Y. — Mr. Frank was recently appointed an at-large member of the New York City Bar’s Council on International Affairs.
Carl J. Kempf, III part of inaugural Leadership Tech Valley Class of 2007: Aug-08-2006 — ALBANY, N.Y. — The Leadership Tech Valley program is a new joint initiative of the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber of Schenectady.
Paul R. Comeau and John F. State speakers at ELA tax conference: Jul-25-2006 — NEW YORK, N.Y. — Mr. Comeau and Mr. State presented “Documentation Issues: Sales and Personal Property Taxes” at the Equipment Leasing Association’s “Tax Executives Roundtable,” held in Chicago, Illinois.
Mariely Downey joins Hodgson Russ: Jul-18-2006 — BUFFALO — The addition of Ms. Downey as attorney employment manager will help advance the firm’s strategic vision through continuing its tradition of hiring and training the highest-quality attorneys.
Sharon M. Kelly and Paul J. Vallone speakers at Emerging Leaders Society seminar: Jul-11-2006 — BUFFALO — The United Way Emerging Leaders Society provides educational and networking opportunities for leadership donors under 45.
John J. Christopher elected to NYS Association of School Attorneys board of directors: Jun-23-2006 — BUFFALO - The organization provides support to the NYS Association of School Boards and educational opportunities for attorneys who represent school boards and school districts across the state.
Mario J. Papa elected to New York State Museum board of directors: Jun-22-2006 — ALBANY - Located on Madison Avenue, the museum explores the geology, biology, anthropology, and history of New York State.
Hodgson Russ hosts breakfast seminars for Niagara Frontier Corporate Counsel Association: Jun-09-2006 — BUFFALO - Robert J. Lane Jr., Catherine Grantier Cooley, and Terrence M. Gilbride gave presentations on arbitration and commercial leasing at the seminars.
Lauren D. Rachlin co-chair of cross-border commercial litigation seminar: Jun-08-2006 — TORONTO - The seminar was sponsored by the Hamilton Law Association in conjunction with the New York State Bar Association’s International Law and Practice Section.
Harry G. Meyer chair of New York State Bar Association Real Property Law Section: Jun-02-2006 — BUFFALO - Additionally, Mr. Meyer was recently a speaker at the Schenectady County Bar Association’s 25th annual Real Estate Practice Seminar.
Garry M. Graber receives UB Law Distinguished Alumni Award: May-31-2006 — BUFFALO - Mr. Graber, a 1978 graduate of UB Law School, was honored for his leadership by example as a private practitioner.
Former City of Buffalo Corporation Counsel Michael B. Risman joins Hodgson Russ: Apr-28-2006 — BUFFALO - Mr. Risman brings deep experience and understanding of municipal clients’ requirements to Hodgson Russ’s 15-attorney municipal law team.
Hodgson Russ begins renovation of historic Guaranty Building: Apr-27-2006 — BUFFALO - Hodgson Russ purchased the building, designed by Louis Sullivan, in 2002, thus ensuring that it will continue as one of America’s most important architectural landmarks.
John Catterson presents “Mission Readiness Workshop on Wills” to U.N. employees: Apr-19-2006 — NEW YORK - Mr. Catterson addressed a wide range of issues, including advantages to having a will, the necessary elements of a will, alternatives to wills, and more.
Harry G. Meyer a panelist at seminar on fraudulent real estate flipping: Apr-14-2006 — BUFFALO - The seminar, presented by the mayor-appointed Anti-Flipping Task Force, educated real estate professionals on how to avoid unwittingly participating in unethical or illegal real estate transactions.
Robert B. Conklin, former Hodgson Russ president, receives Leaders in Law Award: Apr-10-2006 — BUFFALO - The awards recognize legal professionals in the Eighth Judicial District whose leadership, both in the legal profession and in the community, has made a positive impact.
Bethany J. Gilbert a member of United Way Board Governance Project: Mar-17-2006 — BUFFALO - The goal of the project is to increase the participation of women on nonprofit boards and in other positions of community leadership in Buffalo and Erie County.
John J. Christopher elected to United Way Emerging Leaders Society advisory board: Mar-07-2006 — BUFFALO - The ELS provides educational and networking opportunities for leadership donors under 45, including board leadership training and other workshops.
Robert N. Gottfried speaks at U.N. pre-retirement conference: Feb-21-2006 — NEW YORK - Mr. Gottfried spoke to a group of approximately 300 U.N. employees on procedures for U.N. retirees to obtain permanent U.S. residence and ancillary U.S. immigration benefits.
Garry M. Graber upstate co-chair of new NYSBA Real Property Section committee: Jan-31-2006 — BUFFALO - The Committee on Real Estate Workouts and Bankruptcy focuses on bankruptcy and alternatives to bankruptcy with respect to real property.
Harry G. Meyer program chair of NYSBA section meeting: Jan-27-2006 — BUFFALO - Recently, Mr. Meyer was also a guest on WNED-AM’s Law Line, during which he answered questions about the mayor-appointed Buffalo Anti-Flipping Task Force.
Marla Waiss accepted to Leadership Buffalo Rising Leaders program: Jan-24-2006 — BUFFALO - In the Rising Leaders program, the area’s up-and-coming leaders, age 22-35, learn about the issues that affect their community to help them grow into strong and responsible leaders.
Kenneth D. Suzan appointed to International Trademark Association committee: Jan-10-2006 — BUFFALO - Mr. Suzan will serve a two-year term as a member of the Young Practitioners Subcommittee of the INTA's Membership Services Committee.

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