Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
• Business Disputes
  We are devoted to meeting our client’s needs in the areas of real estate law, elder law, estate planning, estate administration and business law. We offer diligent representation backed by decades of legal experience, and are committed to responsive communication with clients.
• Business Transactions
  From the smallest of sole proprietors to dairy farm operations, to large multi-state and national corporations we have helped our clients navigate all forms of business transactions across the state. Whether you are considering family succession planning for your business, or find yourself involved in a large scale multistate transaction – no matter what kind of questions you have, we have the experience to provide answers. More.
• Limited Liability Companies
  Many of our client use limited liability companies to acquire real estate. Some plan to buy, sell or start a business operation. For others a business entity is simply a convenient tool to use as a part of their overall estate plan. No matter what your objectives are, we can provide the answers necessary to streamline the process of forming and utilizing a business entity in New York. We can also provide guidance that will help you choose an entity that is easiest for you to work with and most appropriate for your particular tax circumstances.
• Construction Contracts

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  Real Estate Law is a primary focus of our practice. Due to the unique nature of this area, we are particularly familiar with the special issues involved in the purchase or sale of large residential properties and farms. No two properties are the same – consequently even seemingly simple transactions may have hidden complexities.
• Construction Litigation
• Real Estate Transactions
  We are able to identify potential problems early in the process, and help protect the client’s investment. Let our years of experience and commitment to personal service make every aspect of your real estate transaction go smoothly, from contract to closing.
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  An estate plan serves a number of important needs. A carefully prepared estate plan will facilitate the transfer of your assets upon your death. For individuals and families with substantial assets, estate planning can help avoid state and federal estate taxes, thereby maximizing the assets that are left to their beneficiaries. Estate planning also offers a measure of certainty to your loved ones if you are incapacitated and are no longer able to express your wishes. As estate attorneys, we have helped generations of families throughout the Hudson Valley, Capital Region and Upstate New York develop strategies to preserve and protect their assets.
• Wills
  We have helped generations of families develop estate plans to preserve their assets while qualifying for Medicaid. In this field, we also prepare trusts, living wills, health care proxies, powers of attorney and other forms of advance directives. More.
• Trusts
  Need help with living trusts, testamentary trusts, special needs trusts, or transfers of real estate with a retained life estate?
• Power of Attorney
  A Health Care Proxy is a form of advance directive that designates someone to make medical decisions for you in the event that you are unable to make them for yourself. It is also referred to as a Medical Power of Attorney.
• Probate
  We have compiled a small list of Probate FAQs, commonly asked questions related to subject of probate law. If you would like further clarification regarding any of these questions, or if you would like to discuss your own particular situation, please call 518-392-2555 or email us.

Finance Law

• Tax Law
  Section 1402-a of the New York Tax Law imposes a 1% tax on any sale of any residential property with a purchase price equal to or over $1,000,000.00. This tax is reported on the transfer tax return (form TP-584). Whereas transfer taxes are generally paid by the seller, the mansion tax is paid by the purchaser at the time of closing. If a portion of the property is non‑residential in character, it may be possible to allocate the purchase price between the residential and non-residential portion of the property, thereby reducing, or in some cases, eliminating this tax. However, the New York State Tax Department will frequently audit these allocations, so it is important to review all of the property details and regulations carefully with an attorney.