Emily Middlebrook

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

Edward J. Smith III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Edward J., who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Edward J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Amber Wright is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Amber, who practices law in Albany, New York, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amber is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Philip S. Bousquet is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Philip S., who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John Trop is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. John, who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

James D. Lantier is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. James D., who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jana McDonald is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law. Jana, who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jana is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew D. Gumaer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants. Matthew D., who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

James W. Cunningham is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. James W., who practices law in Syracuse, New York, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Dave Capriotti serves as the managing partner of Harris Beach Murtha's Syracuse office. His practice primarily involves commercial litigation and complex financial restructuring litigation. He is also adept in litigating contract and construction cases. Dave has extensive courtroom experience, having conducted many jury trials, bench trials, and hearings across New York state and federal courts, including the United States Bankruptcy Court.