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Joseph A. Turri

Harris Beach PLLC
  • Recognized Since:
    2007
  • Recognized in:
    Construction Law
    Litigation - Construction
  • Lawyer Page:
    https://www.harrisbeach.com/bi...
  • Website:
    https://www.harrisbeach.com
  • Location:
    99 Garnsey Road
    Pittsford, NY 14534

“The difference between a capable lawyer and a valuable counselor is the difference between being a ‘tool’ for one’s client, as opposed to being his or her ‘resource’ for accomplishing a desired goal. Most clients are not looking for a saw, but rather a carpenter. “

Joe focuses on construction law, including contract drafting, administration and dispute resolution through arbitration or litigation.  He also represents clients in commercial litigation, including employment, partnership and corporate disputes, and in commercial real estate counseling.   Joe is experienced in municipal and zoning law, commercial workouts and intra company litigation.  He represents a broad range of public and private sector employers, owners and contractors, as well as architects, engineers and surety/insurance companies.  He represents one of the largest construction related companies in the Upstate New York region, as well as real estate development corporations, manufacturers and retailers.

Joe serves as chief outside counsel and legal affairs coordinator for the largest Rochester-based accounting firm in upstate New York.  He is on the Board of Directors of several local for-profit employers.


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Lawyer Bio

“The difference between a capable lawyer and a valuable counselor is the difference between being a ‘tool’ for one’s client, as opposed to being his or her ‘resource’ for accomplishing a desired goal. Most clients are not looking for a saw, but rather a carpenter. “

Joe focuses on construction law, including contract drafting, administration and dispute resolution through arbitration or litigation.  He also represents clients in commercial litigation, including employment, partnership and corporate disputes, and in commercial real estate counseling.   Joe is experienced in municipal and zoning law, commercial workouts and intra company litigation.  He represents a broad range of public and private sector employers, owners and contractors, as well as architects, engineers and surety/insurance companies.  He represents one of the largest construction related companies in the Upstate New York region, as well as real estate development corporations, manufacturers and retailers.

Joe serves as chief outside counsel and legal affairs coordinator for the largest Rochester-based accounting firm in upstate New York.  He is on the Board of Directors of several local for-profit employers.


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  • Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2020 - Construction Law
  • Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2016 - Litigation - Construction
  • Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2015 - Construction Law

Education:

  • Cornell Law School , graduated 1970

Bar Admissions:

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Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers for:

  • Construction Law, Rochester, NY (2020)
  • Litigation - Construction, Rochester, NY (2016)
  • Construction Law, Rochester, NY (2015)
 

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in:

  • Construction Law
  • Litigation - Construction
 

Awards:

Special Focus:

  • Appellate
  • Architects and Engineers
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Disputes
  • Contractors
  • Surety
 

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Firm Details

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Harris Beach PLLC
https://www.harrisbeach.com
 
Headquarters
99 Garnsey Road
Pittsford, NY 14534
585-419-8800
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Newark, NJ

One Gateway Center, Suite 2500

Newark, NJ 07102

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Albany, NY

677 Broadway, Suite 1101

Albany, NY 12207

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518-427-9700

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Larkin at Exchange, Suite 1000

726 Exchange Street

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119 East Seneca Street

Ithaca, NY 14850

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Melville, NY

538 Broadhllow Road, Suite 301

Melville, NY 11747

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516-222-0222

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100 Wall Street

New York, NY 10005

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212-687-0100

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358 Broadway

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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333 West Washington Street, Suite 200

Syracuse, NY 13202

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315-423-7100

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The Omni, Suite 901

333 Earle Ovington Boulevard

Uniondale, NY 11553

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445 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 1206

White Plains, NY 10601

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