News

Elizabeth K. Buscaglia Joins Hodgson Russ LLP: Sep-05-2008
John L. Sinatra Jr. Joins Hodgson Russ LLP: Apr-24-2008
Adam W. Perry nominated by governor to NFTA board: Aug-20-2007
Five Hodgson Russ attorneys admitted to New York State Bar: Apr-11-2007 — Catherine B. Eberl, Christofer C. Fattey, Brent J. Nowicki, Valerie E. Stevens, and Melissa N. Subjeck, all of the Buffalo office, are admitted to the New York State Bar.
Hodgson Russ partner Timothy P. Noonan columnist for State Tax Notes: Mar-27-2007 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Timothy P. Noonan, a partner in Hodgson Russ LLP’s State & Local Tax and Tax Dispute Resolution Practice Groups, has been invited to write a monthly column for State Tax Notes, a leading publication in the state tax field.
Hodgson Russ partner Pamela Davis Heilman elected to Shaw Festival board of governors: Mar-15-2007 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Pamela Davis Heilman, a partner in Hodgson Russ's Corporate & Securities and Nonprofit Law Practice Groups, has been elected to the board of governors of the Shaw Festival, one of the largest repertory companies in North America.
Emily C. Pawlikowski named Hodgson Russ marketing manager: Feb-23-2007 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Emily C. Pawlikowski was recently promoted to manager of the marketing department at Hodgson Russ LLP. As marketing manager, Ms. Pawlikowski will oversee the day-to-day operations of the eight-person marketing staff.
Hodgson Russ LLP announces five new partners: Jan-26-2007 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hodgson Russ LLP is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been elected to the firm’s partnership: Timothy P. Noonan, David G. Reed, Jeffrey C. Stravino, Jeffrey J. Weiss, and Brian K. Duffey.
Hodgson Russ partner Michael B. Risman to join Jewish Federation of Greater Buffalo board of directors: Jan-18-2007 — Michael B. Risman, a partner in Hodgson Russ’s Business Litigation and Municipal Law Practice Groups, has been appointed to the board of directors of the Jewish Federation of Greater Buffalo.
Hodgson Russ partner Mark S. Klein contributing editor of 2007 Guidebook to New York Taxes: Jan-16-2007 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Mark S. Klein, a partner in Hodgson Russ LLP’s State & Local Tax and Tax Dispute Resolution Practice Groups, is the contributing editor of the 2007 Guidebook to New York Taxes.
Hodgson Russ partner Jason E. Markel named to Family Justice Center board: Jan-10-2007 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Jason E. Markel has been named to the board of directors of the Family Justice Center (FJC). The FJC brings professionals and services together under one roof to help victims of family violence.
Dylan Anne Pauly joins Hodgson Russ LLP: Dec-19-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hodgson Russ LLP is pleased to announce that Dylan Anne Pauly has joined the firm’s Education Law and Labor & Employment Law Practice Groups in the Buffalo office.
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).
Rebecca M. Stadler joins Hodgson Russ LLP: Dec-06-2006 — BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hodgson Russ LLP is pleased to announce that Rebecca M. Stadler has joined the firm’s Intellectual Property & Technology Law Practice Group in the Buffalo office.
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.”
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.
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.
Governor vetoes bill that would have shifted the burden of proof in special education hearings back on school districts: Jul-28-2006 — The Supreme Court ruled the IDEA places the burden of proof in special education hearings on the party seeking relief. Prior to the Schaffer decision in New York, the burden of proof was on the school district.
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.
2006-07 New York State Budget: Jun-15-2006 — On April 26, 2006, the New York State Legislature voted to override Governor Pataki’s veto of the original budget legislation. This article summarizes the new legislation the Legislature recently enacted.
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.
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.
Important OCR decision regarding disciplining Section 504 students: Feb-24-2006 — Based on OCR’s recent letter of finding, we now know that the manifestation determination requirement applies to Section 504 students.
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.