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When Hodgson Russ clients become involved in legal and business disputes, the number one priority of our Business Litigation Practice is to protect their legal rights and commercial interests. Our attorneys manage each case as both a legal and business problem and always aim to resolve every matter in the way that is most beneficial to the client.
Hodgson Russ litigators represent a diverse array of clients including domestic and international businesses and individuals in commercial disputes of all types, including, among numerous others, antitrust; bankruptcy; condemnation; construction; contract; corporate; drug; energy; environmental; False Claims Act relator and defense; federal and state income taxation; health care compliance, fraud, and abuse; insurance defense and subrogation; intellectual property; labor and employment; pension and ERISA; professional liability; real estate and finance; real property tax assessment; securities; state sales and use taxation; other taxation; telecommunications; transportation; utility regulation; and white-collar crime.
Our large team of litigators has included many former judicial law clerks from trial and appellate courts in both the state and federal systems, including a former law clerk for a United States Supreme Court justice, a former United States attorney, former assistant United States attorneys, and many attorneys with extensive valuable experience in business, politics, public service, and government.
Hodgson Russ attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in state and federal courts as well as alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediation and arbitration. We regularly represent clients in contested proceedings, including trials, arbitrations, administrative hearings, motions, and appeals. Hodgson Russ represents clients in litigation throughout the country, and we regularly practice before the New York, Florida, and New Jersey trial and appellate courts, the federal district courts, and the U.S. Courts of Appeals. Our litigators also represent clients before nearly all New York State administrative agencies and various federal agencies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Our attorneys have also appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Tax Court, and the Court of International Trade. Regardless of the setting, our attorneys are prepared, aggressive, and ready to advance each client’s cause in a most favorable and cost-effective manner.
Our Business Litigation Practice also provides counseling and conducts corporate compliance programs, seminars, and other educational offerings to assist clients in assessing potential risks and legal exposures before disputes occur. These services allow clients to evaluate, manage, and head off situations that might result in litigation.
Hodgson Russ has been awarded a prestigious "Best Law Firms" Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking by Best Lawyers/U.S. News & World Report in the Commercial Litigation category and in the Bet-the-Company Litigation category. | ![]() |
- $2.5 Million Summary Judgment Victory for Insurance Company Client
- $275 Million Manufacturing Company Merger
- $55 Million Recovered in Securities Fraud Litigation
- 155-Store Supermarket Chain Purchased by Senior Management
- 75-Plaintiff Class Action Involving Fraudulent Investment Scheme
- Achieved Multi-Million Dollar Settlement in Environmental and Construction Litigation
- Acquittal for Contractor Accused of Perjury in Bronx Supreme Court
- Affirmance by the Second Circuit of Dismissal of Reverse Discrimination Suit Challenging Police Promotion Practices
- Breach of Contract & Trade Secret Misappropriation Litigation on behalf of Greek Yogurt producer
- Brokered Favorable Settlement for Victim of Fraudulent Horse Sale
- Class-Action Lawsuit Alleging Employment Discrimination Ends Favorably for City of Buffalo
- Client Facing Federal Charges of Conspiring to Employ Illegal Aliens Avoids Lengthy Trial, Jail Time & Probation
- Cogeneration Facility Owner Recovers Substantial Award in Litigation Against Mechanical Contractor
- Complex Transaction for Manufacturer Creates Framework For Commercial Development of Site
- Court Concludes "Walking Fingers" Symbol is in the Public Domain
- Court Confirms Award of NYS DMV Contract to Hodgson Russ Client CBN Secure Technologies, Inc.
- Court Order Confirms $1.1 Million Arbitration Award
- Court Rules Favorably for Client in Contract Enforcement Lawsuit
- Criminal Price Fixing Investigation and Follow-Up Class Actions
- Defended Bank Against Mass Mortgage Actions in State and Federal Courts
- Defense of Internet Marketing Company Against Patent Infringement Allegations
- Defense of Public Housing Authority in Contractor Lawsuit & Pursuit of Counterclaims
- Dismissal of Claims on Behalf of Public Authority
- Dismissal of Discrimination and Retaliation Case
- Dismissal of First Amendment Retaliation Lawsuit Related to High-Profile Murder Case
- Dismissal of Pending Lawsuit Against Manufacturer Client
- Dismissal of Race Bias Suit in Favor of Hodgson Russ Client
- Dismissal of Retaliation and Whistleblower Claims Made by Former Assistant DA Against Boss Affirmed
- Disparate Impact Discrimination Challenge
- Favorable Court of Appeals Decision Ends Injury Liability Lawsuit for Manufacturing Facility Owners
- Favorable Jury Verdict on Business Interruption Claim Against Joint Tortfeasors
- Favorable Result Achieved for Client in Fight Over Lawsuit Settlement Proceeds
- Favorable Settlement for Doctor Client Who was Wrongly Sued Relative to Redistribution of Medical Malpractice Insurance Premiums
- Favorable Settlement Negotiated in Considerations Lawsuit Following Company Acquisition
- Federal Court Victory Ends Seven-Year Court Battle Over Environmental Contamination Claims
- Federal Judge Dismisses Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Favor of Hodgson Russ Client
- Firm Helps Client Cope with Theft of Plan Funds by Employee
- For Hodgson Russ Client, Immediate Deductions Found Allowable for Sales-Based Royalties
- For New York State Town, Hodgson Russ Wins Federal Appeal
- Georgia Court Dismisses Breach of Contract Suit in Favor of Hodgson Russ Client
- High-Stakes Business Torts Suit Ends in Summary Judgment Favoring Hodgson Russ Clients
- Hodgson Russ Obtains Second Circuit Success in Constitutional Claims Against Ethics Board
- Judge Grants Motion for Acquittal for Construction Client Accused of Defrauding New York State
- Lead Counsel for Employer in ERISA Arbitration
- Lead Counsel in Breach of Contract and Fiduciary Duty Litigations
- Litigation Recovers Decedent's Assets Intended for Charities
- Litigation Representation for Multinational Manufacturers of Consumer Foods
- Manufacturer of Pressure Valves Relieved of Product Liability in Devastating Explosion Case
- No-Cause Verdict in $100 Million Coverage Case Affirmed
- Non-Compete Matters for Major Food Distributor
- Nuisance Value Settlement Agreements for Manufacturer Client
- Obtained Dismissal of Alleged Breach of Terms of Merger and Acquisition Agreement
- Obtained Favorable Settlements for Fortune 500 Manufacturer Client in High Exposure Asbestos Litigation Matters
- Precedent-Setting Internet-Based Personal Jurisdiction Victory
- Record Cleared, Award Obtained for Broker Accused of Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- Representation of an Employer in an ERISA Arbitration Leads to Favorable Resolution and Settlement
- Representation of Business and Owner in Federal Environmental and Tax Investigation, Including Conducting Internal Investigation.
- Representation of Client Charged with Federal False Statement Offenses. Won Dismissal of All Charges by the Government.
- Representation of Employee in a Heavy Industry Facility in Federal Environmental Grand Jury Investigation
- Representation of Employees of Recycling Facility in Federal Environmental Grand Jury Investigation
- Representation of Financial Institution in Subpoena Compliance
- Representation of Food and Beverage Manufacturer
- Representation of Manager in a Heavy Industry Facility in a Grand Jury Investigation
- Representation of Non-Profit Organization in OSHA Violation and Administrative Litigation Stemming from a Death Caused by a Workplace Violence Incident
- Representation of Not-For-Profit Organization in Surrogate’s Court Bench Trial Challenging Investment Decisions Made by the Foundation’s Directors
- Representation of Third-Party Administrators and Insurers in Connection with Claims for Disability Benefits Under ERISA-Governed Plans
- Represented Equestrian Facility and Its Owner in Defamation Claim Prosecution
- Represented in Trial Ad Agency Seeking Payment for $1.6 Million Campaign
- School District Suceeds in Defending Claims by Former Board Members
- Second Circuit Win on False Claims Act Allegations
- Secured Defense Verdicts for Commercial Building Owner Defendants in Premises Liability Accidents
- Secured Dismissals or Nominal Settlements for Manufacturer Clients in High Exposure Asbestos Litigation Matters
- Secured Several Injunctions by Emergency Orders to Show Cause
- Secured Summary Judgment in Breach of Contract Suit
- Soller Wins Jury Trial in Ulster County Supreme Court
- Strong Experience in Small Business Administration Matters Leads to Successful Appeal for Construction Client
- Successful Challenge to a Negative Declaration for a Large-scale Casino Development
- Successful Defense of a Municipality Against Attempt to Overturn Ordinance on Constitutional Grounds
- Successful Defense of Municipality in Action Alleging False Arrest
- Successful Prosecution of Action to Foreclose on a Mortgage Given as Security
- Successful Resolution of Shareholder Dispute for Food Industry Client
- Successfully Defended Manufacturer in Alleged Breach of Distribution Agreement Matter
- Successfully Mediated Fraud and Contract Claims to Conclusion
- Successfully Resolved Dispute Arising From Purchase of Unfit Horse
- Summary Judgment Dismissing Claim for Long-Term Disability Benefits Under ERISA-Governed Plan
- Team Wins Jury Verdict in Federal Trial Over Use of Excessive Force
- Trade Dress Infringement Decided Favorably for Hodgson Russ Manufacturing Client
- University Affiliate Successfully Defended in Trademark Opposition Case
- Victory for Hindu Temple in New York State’s Highest Court
- Victory for Town Has Statewide Implications for Challenges to Real Property Assessments
- Victory for U.S. Client Against Chinese Company Highlights Benefits of International Arbitration
In the News
- University at Buffalo School of Law, September 15, 2022
- Buffalo Business First, September 14, 2022
- The Buffalo News, May 10, 2021
- Crain's New York Business, December 21, 2020
- Buffalo News, November 16, 2019
- IndustryWeek, June 25, 2019
- June 3, 2016
- Buffalo Law Journal, January 25, 2016
- Buffalo Law Journal, January 18, 2016
- Buffalo News, February 18, 2015
- Buffalo Law Journal, September 26, 2014
- July 22, 2013
- Circuit Upholds Drug Testing of Buffalo FirefightersNew York Law Journal, July 5, 2013
- May 30, 2013
- Buffalo Firefighters Push 2nd Circ. To Reopen Race Bias SuitLaw360, May 20, 2013
- Buffalo News, May 14, 2013
- Assistant D.A.'s Remarks Found Not Protected by First AmendmentNew York Law Journal, October 23, 2012
- Absence of Local Data Found to Be Not Fatal to Promotional TestsNew York Law Journal, July 31, 2012
- 2nd Circuit Rebuffs Challenge to Buffalo Firefighter TestThomson Reuters News & Insight, July 30, 2012
- July 3, 2012
- Buffalo News, February 7, 2012
- August 3, 2011
- December 20, 2010
- September 15, 2010
- May 11, 2010
- May 6, 2010
- April 8, 2010
- March 25, 2010
- Law360, December 21, 2009
- October 9, 2009
- September 28, 2009
- September 22, 2009
- New York Times, January 19, 2009
- July 16, 2008
- June 16, 2008
- February 22, 2007
- January 26, 2007
- October 10, 2006
- June 9, 2006
Press Releases
- June 6, 2023
- September 26, 2022
- September 16, 2022
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 23, 2022
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 19, 2022
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, November 15, 2021
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, May 26, 2021
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, April 24, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, September 3, 2019
- Press Release, June 12, 2017
- Press Release, November 18, 2015
- Press Release, June 15, 2015
- Press Release, April 1, 2015
- Press Release, November 18, 2014
- Press Release, September 4, 2014
- Press Release, August 14, 2014
- Press Release, August 11, 2014
- Press Release, February 7, 2014
Publications
- Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, April 4, 2023
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, May 25, 2022
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, October 12, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, September 10, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, June 23, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation and Bankruptcy & Restructuring Alert, June 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Securities/Directors & Officers Litigation Alert, June 16, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Securities Regulation & Corporate Compliance Alert, June 5, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Class Action Litigation Alert, May 29, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, May 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ OSHA and Business Litigation Alert, May 13, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation and Securities Regulation & Corporate Compliance Alert, April 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Torts, Insurance & Products Liability Alert, April 17, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 15, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 9, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Litigation Alert, April 6, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Litigation Alert, March 22, 2020
- OSHA Alert, December 20, 2018
- Cybersecurity & Privacy Alert, December 17, 2018
- Litigation Alert, August 3, 2018
- Finance & Bankruptcy Alert, October 20, 2017
- Torts, Insurance & Products Liability, and Business Litigation Alert, September 15, 2017
- Criminalization of the Regulatory StateBuffalo Law Journal, September 21, 2015
- May 9, 2014
- Contract Management, March 2014
- New York Law Journal, January 6, 2014
- Business Litigation Alert, June 24, 2013
- Lawyers Weekly, May 10, 2013
- Business Litigation Alert, February 22, 2010
- Business Litigation Alert, June 25, 2009
- New York Law Journal, March 3, 2009
- March 28, 2008
- May 18, 2006
- Lawyers Weekly, December 12, 2003
- New York Law Journal, June 19, 2003
Presentations & Events
- Buffalo, NY, April 25, 2023
- November 17, December 1 & 15, January 5 & 19
- December 8, 2020
- November 4, 2020
- October 22, 2020
- April 21, 2020
- Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst, December 10, 2019
- October 16, 2019
- Hyatt Place 5020 Main Street Amherst, NY 14226, June 26, 2019
- Community Health Center of Buffalo, April 17, 2019
- Avoiding (and Surviving!) Contract Disputes – Common Pitfalls of Contract Drafting That Land You in CourtFebruary 2016
- Current Trends and Practices in Mitigating FCPA Risks and Threats in Global Private Equity VenturesFebruary 2, 2016
- SUNY Buffalo School of Law Seminar: "Access to Justice in Buffalo and Beyond - How Pro Bono Scholars andOther Volunteers Transform Lives"Buffalo, NY, May 2015
- Buffalo, NY, November 13, 2013
- Montreal, QC, March 14, 2013
- Toronto, ON, January 31, 2013
- New York, NY, January 16, 2013
- Hodgson Russ, Buffalo, NY, October 30, 2012
- Saratoga Springs, NY, June 21, 2012
- Buffalo, NY, November 17, 2011
- Buffalo, NY, October 6, 2011
- Buffalo, NY, November 10, 2010
- Buffalo, NY, August 11, 2010
- Buffalo, NY, January 27, 2010
- Buffalo, NY, September 24, 2009
- Buffalo, NY, July 29, 2009