Aaron T. Sanders

Shawn Griffin, based in Pittsford, New York, is an attorney at Harris Beach Murtha, focusing on municipal, commercial, and corporate law. He assists clients in both private and public financing transactions. His work emphasizes various commercial and real estate transactions, involving industrial development agencies, urban renewal organizations, local development corporations, land use, zoning, and federal, state, and local incentives. His experience encompasses structured financing, includi...

Michael A. Discenza is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Michael A. practices law in Pittsford, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Michael A. Discenza since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael A. Discenza is held by other lawyers.

Daniel J. Palermo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Daniel J. practices law in Pittsford, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel J. Palermo since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Daniel J. Palermo is held by other lawyers.

Located in Pittsford, New York, Sean is a valued member of Harris Beach Murtha, bringing a wealth of experience in banking and finance law as well as real estate law. Sean works with businesses, real estate developers, and property owners, covering all facets of commercial real estate transactions. His extensive involvement in commercial leasing includes representing both landlords and tenants in the negotiation of complex office, retail, and industrial lease agreements. As a former certified...

Jennifer L. Berrios is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jennifer L. practices law in Victor, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer L. Berrios since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jennifer L. Berrios is held by other lawyers.

After studying pre-medicine in college, Brett L. Manske chose to pursue a legal career focused on advocating for individuals and families facing difficult circumstances. Following law school, he was appointed as an Assistant District Attorney with the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted criminal cases in New York City and developed substantial courtroom and trial experience. After his time in Manhattan, Brett returned to his hometown of Rochester, New York, bringin...

David D. MacKnight focuses his practice on Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, representing both consumer and business clients. His work includes insolvency matters involving liquidation and reorganization, as well as representation of secured and unsecured creditors in bankruptcy cases. Based in Rochester, New York, David is a member of Lacy Katzen LLP and regularly advises financial institutions, including providing comprehensive bankruptcy-related ser...

Sharon P. Stiller is a Partner at Abrams Fensterman, LLP and is based in our Rochester office. Ms. Stiller advises businesses and executives about employment law, represents businesses in federal and state labor department audits, and litigates employment matters, including state and federal wage and hour, discrimination, contract, confidentiality, non-compete, and similar claims. She also helps businesses audit their employment practices, and drafts employment contracts, manuals, policies, a...

John D’Amanda focuses his practice on commercial real estate with senior experience advising developers, owners and financial institutions. What do you focus on? Development and leasing I concentrate my practice in complex transactional work for owners and developers of a variety of assets, from office parks and retail establishments, to nursing homes and health care facilities, to HUD-financed developments, affordable housing, senior and assisted living projects, and projects involving...

John Powers has represented the interests of catastrophically injured individuals for over 50 years. For more than 35 consecutive years, he has been selected by a nationwide vote as one of "The Best Lawyers in America" for his representation of plaintiffs in three separate areas of practice: “medical malpractice law”; “product liability litigation”; and “personal injury litigation.” In 2013, John was named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in...