Christopher J. Palmese

When clients face complex state tax controversy issues, they come to Zach Gladney no matter the jurisdiction. Whether he is litigating a high-profile tax case, counseling clients on audits or administrative proceedings, or advising on M&A and restructuring tax issues, Zach’s steady approach puts his clients at ease. Zach is a partner in the firm’s State & Local Tax Group, concentrating his practice on complex state tax controversy in jurisdictions across the country and so...

Jared D. Newman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Jared D. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Jared D. Newman since 2023. 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 Jared D. Newman is held by other lawyers.

Richard M. Nugent is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Richard M. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Richard M. Nugent since 2026. 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 Richard M. Nugent is held by other lawyers.

Brian W. Kniesly is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Brian W. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Brian W. Kniesly since 2024. 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 Brian W. Kniesly is held by other lawyers.

Leila A. Amineddoleh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Art Law. Leila A. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Leila A. Amineddoleh since 2026. 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 Leila A. Amineddoleh is held by other lawyers.

Jessica T. Lu is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Jessica, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jessica is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Vivian Quinn is Deputy Chair of Nixon Peabody’s Litigation department as well as the Deputy Group Leader of the Products team and Class Action & Aggregate Litigation team. She is experienced in all aspects of civil litigation with primary emphasis on national, regional and local products liability disputes. What do you focus on? I devote a significant amount of time defending food, pharma and medical device companies as well as counseling clients regarding safety and regulatory comp...

Claude M. Millman is a former Assistant United States Attorney (S.D.N.Y.) and New York City government contracting chief who litigates complex commercial disputes; advises clients on government procurement and contracting, land use, and environmental issues; and handles internal investigations and white-collar defense. Formerly a partner at Proskauer Rose LLP, Mr. Millman joined Kostelanetz LLP in 2011. Mr. Millman came to Kostelanetz to lead the firm's commercial civil litigation efforts. He...

Steven C. Russo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental. Steven C. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Steven C. Russo since 2015. 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 Steven C. Russo is held by other lawyers.

John M. Toriello is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group of Holland & Knight's New York City office and co-chairs the firm's Insurance Industry Team. Mr. Toriello has extensive experience in jury and nonjury trials, appeals to both federal and state appellate courts, and international arbitrations of contract disputes. He has led the representation of financial institutions and obligors in connection with the enforcement of loan and other obligations, the pursuit of fraud and fraudu...