Publications Archive

Hodgson Russ Attorneys Danijel Augustinovic and Christofer Fattey co-authored an article titled "Cross-border financing: Critical considerations when converting security agreements" for Law360 Canada.

Hodgson Russ Attorney Brianne Szopinski participated in a panel discussion titled "Grid, Land, and Load: Finding the Right Site for Your Next Project" at the Solar & Storage Finance Summit on October 22, 2025.

Hodgson Russ Partner Christine Bonaguide participated on a panel titled "Life After Incentives: A Playbook for a Post-Subsidy World" at the 2025 Solar & Storage Finance USA Summit on October 21, 2025.

Hodgson Russ Attorneys Timothy Noonan and Brandon Bourg published “Pittsburgh’s Loss of ‘Jock Tax’ Forces Fairer Play by Localities” for Bloomberg Tax.

Hodgson Russ Attorneys Daniel Kelly and Joseph Tantillo published “Coast-to-Coast Tax Residency: New York & California Case Studies” for The New York State Society of CPAs TaxStringer.

On September 30, 2025, James Bandoblu Jr. presented an "Update on IRS Operations and Foreign Information Reporting" on September 30 for the Network of Allied Professionals in Garden City, NY. ​

Hodgson Russ Partner Jennifer Brevorka presents “Plenary: Case Law Update” at the Canadian Franchise Association’s Franchise Law Day on September 18, 2025 with Christopher Horkins of Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP. 

Hodgson Russ Partner George Eydt presents "Franchise M&A: Legal and Strategic Considerations for Growing Systems" at the Canadian Franchise Association's Franchise Law Day on September 18, 2025. 

Hodgson Russ Attorney Cheyenne Freely has been appointed to the Rule of Law Committee for the Bar Association of Erie County.

In their latest article for Tax Notes State, Hodgson Russ attorneys Timothy P. Noonan and Kevin R. Harkins analyze the New York City Tax Appeals Tribunal’s 2024 annual report, revealing significant operational concerns. The report shows a troubling lack of administrative law judges, leading to a near standstill in case resolutions and a growing backlog.

Hodgson Russ Partners Daniel Spitzer and Henry Zomerfeld were quoted in a recent article by Bloomberg Law News titled “New York Church Case to Shed Light on Tax Exemption, Zoning Laws.”

Hodgson Russ Partner Anthony Yanez attended the Association of Corporate Counsel South Florida Chapter’s 15th Annual CLE Conference hosted at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.

Hodgson Russ Partner Timothy Noonan was quoted in the Tax Notes article, “Federal Suit Highlighting Judge Shortage at NYC Tribunal Is Withdrawn.”

Hodgson Russ Partner Sujata Yalamanchili participated in a panel discussion titled “Portrait of a Graduate” for the Williamsville Central School District during administrative meetings the week of August 20, 2025.

Hodgson Russ Partner Jennifer Brevorka was featured in Canadian Lawyer Magazine alongside two former federal prosecutors to share insights on what Canadian companies can expect and how to prepare following the US DOJ’s new focus on tariff evasion.

Hodgson Russ Partner Timothy Noonan authored “States (and Taxpayers) Dodge a PTET Bullet” for Tax Notes. This is one of the more interesting and under-the-radar aspects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that didn’t make it into the final legislation.

Hodgson Russ Attorneys Kevin Harkins and Michelle Helm were recently featured in a Law360 Tax Authority article, highlighting their decision to join the firm’s renowned State & Local Tax Practice.

On Thursday, August 7, 2025, Jennifer Brevorka will join Nader Hasan of Stockwoods, in a session titled “Navigating Justice in the Courtroom and in the Court of Public Opinion” at the Bridging Borders: Canadian and US Legal Perspectives conference in Toronto.

Thomas D’Antonio, Joshua Feinstein, Hugh Russ, and Eric Ward have been named to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York’s 2025 Pro Bono Honor Roll.

Hodgson Russ Attorneys Daniel Kelly and Joseph Tantillo co-authored an article for the NYSSCPA’s Tax Stringer.

Hodgson Russ is providing legal counsel to New Energy Equity, a Maryland-based solar developer, on a $3.7 million community solar project in the Town of Poland, Chautauqua County.

Hodgson Russ Attorney Ryan Hughes recently published an article titled “Best Practices in Selection of Curriculum and Materials” in the New York State School Boards Association’s OnBoard newspaper

Congratulations to Hodgson Russ Partner Jodyann Galvin on being named one of Buffalo Business First’s 2025 Women of Influence Award winners.

Just a few months after Hodgson Russ Partners, Timothy Noonan, and Open Weaver Banks called attention to a critical ALJ shortage, the New York City Tax Appeals Tribunal’s ALJ Division appointed a new Chief ALJ.

Hodgson Russ attorneys Evan Anderson and Elizabeth Holden were invited to elaborate on their recent client alert, "Little Clarity for Renewable Energy Developers in the Senate's Proposed Amendment to the AFIDA," for Law360.

Hodgson Russ Palm Beach Managing Partner James Bandoblu presented at the 17th Annual Tax Controversy Forum in New York City.

Hodgson Russ Partner Thomas Berkman was featured in Law360 about joining the firm.

Hodgson Russ Partner Timothy Noonan was quoted in The Wall Street Journal regarding proposed changes to SALT cap workarounds. 

Elizabeth Pascal was quoted by Law360 in “NY ALJ OKs Like-Kind Exchange On Investors' Same-Day Sale,” authored by Paul Williams.

Hodgson Russ attorneys Amy D'Ambrogio, Henry Zomerfeld, Matt Liponis, and Dan Spitzer presented to local government officials at the Land Use Leadership Alliance Training Program on Clean Energy, which was held in Batavia and Watertown. 

Hodgson Russ Attorney John DiMaio was invited to speak on two panels at Peptides Rising, the 29th American Peptide Society (APS) & 15th International Peptide Symposium in San Diego, California.

Hodgson Russ Partner James Thoman weighed in on the news of the impending foreclosure of Pyramid Management Group’s Walden Galleria.

There’s still hope for Edward Zelinsky and his fight against New York State’s “convenience of the employer rule.” Tim and Open examine why, despite sustaining two recent setbacks in his challenges, Zelinsky still has a good chance of prevailing and obtaining a victory on appeal.

Jeffrey Stravino joined David Lombardo on The Capital Pressroom titled "State updates ‘superfund’ program for hazardous waste" to discuss the State's Superfund Program, which helps clean up hazardous materials around New York and was recently updated in the State Budget.

Henry Zomerfeld presented "Zoning Enforcement for CEOs" at the Southern Tier West Local Government Conference, which was hosted at Houghton University on June 5, 2025.

Daniel Spitzer presented the “Statutory and Case Law Update” at the Southern Tier West Local Government Conference, which was hosted at Houghton University n June 5, 2025.

David Wilks participated in a business immigration seminar hosted by the American Immigration Lawyers Association on May 29, 2025.

A New York law professor said he will continue to pursue his legal challenge to the state’s taxation of remote workers, keeping alive a case closely monitored by lawmakers in neighboring states who are seeking to weaken or kill the statute.

A New York law professor has been fighting to reduce remote workers’ New York taxes since before “remote worker” was a thing. He has yet to win—but he’ll keep trying.

Nathaniel Lucek mentored tech startups about IP issues as part of the 12th Cohort for the BAJ Accelerator during the week of May 11, 2025.

Hodgson Russ Tax Residency Practice Leader Timothy Noonan weighed in on new provisions in the New York State Budget (passed May 9, 2025) and its new requirements regarding tax reporting for partnerships.

Hodgson Russ Partner Timothy Noonan co-hosted “Hot Topics in NY Tax Audits and Enforcement” on May 8, 2025 with Jonathan Shenkman, President & CIO of ParkBridge Wealth Management.

Jane Bello Burke presented to a group of skilled nursing facility owners and administrators at the New York State Health Facilities Association’s annual conference at the Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, NY on May 6, 2025.

Hodgson Russ Environmental Practice Leader Jeffrey Stravino served as co-chair of the New York State Bar Association Environment & Energy Law Section’s annual Oil Spill Symposium on May 6, 2025.

Jennifer Brevorka participated as faculty for The Advocates’ Society program, “React Like a Pro to Curveballs at Trial” on Thursday, May 1, 2025.

Michael Hecker joined a panel at the Mohawk Valley Brownfields Developer Summit on April 29, 2025.

Timothy Noonan and Open Weaver Banks co-authored a “Noonan’s Notes” installment for Tax Notes State, which was featured on the cover of the issue.