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Julian Modesti is Co-Leader of the Business Litigation practice group at Harris Beach Murtha, based in Syracuse, New York. With over 30 years of experience, Julian has a substantial background in both state and federal court matters related to commercial litigation. These include handling disputes among shareholders, partners, and members, addressing business separations, lease and land-use issues, contract disputes, and safeguarding trade secrets as well as dealing with unfair competition an...

Mr. Muldoon is a member of the firm and the Intellectual Property Practice Group. He also serves on the Science and Technology, Medical and Life Sciences, and Food and Beverage Industry Teams. His practice focuses on the enforcement and defense of intellectual property infringement and related claims in federal and state courts and in arbitration. Mr. Muldoon has been actively involved in a large number of patent infringement lawsuits, encompassing diverse technologies such as compression-sty...

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...

Kristin Norfleet is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Insurance. Kristin practices law in Syracuse, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Kristin Norfleet 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 Kristin Norfleet is held by other lawyers.

Zachary Mattison is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Zachary practices law in Syracuse, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Zachary Mattison 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 Zachary Mattison is held by other lawyers.

Cecelia R.S. Cannon is an attorney at Bousquet Holstein PLLC in Syracuse, New York, where her practice includes Commercial Litigation , trust and estate litigation, and dispute resolution involving closely held businesses and families. Cecelia has been recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in Commercial Litigation. Her recognition is based on peer review within the legal community and reflects the regard of attorneys practicing in similar areas of law. Cecelia Cannon represents clients in d...

Phil Bousquet advises clients throughout New York on matters involving the Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) , economic development incentives, and Corporate Law . Based in Syracuse, New York, Phil works with developers, municipalities, financial institutions, brokers, consultants, and business owners on projects and transactions across the state. For many years, Phil has helped clients understand how New York’s Brownfield Cleanup Program affects redevelopment projects and related tax in...

Brendan focuses on intellectual property matters and commercial litigation, and he has significant experience efficiently and promptly reviewing corporate contracts. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants in patent, trademark, copyright, and trade dress infringement actions. He also prosecutes trademark and copyright applications in the United States and globally, and is frequently before the TTAB in cancellation and opposition proceedings. Brendan is also an experienced commercial liti...

At Bousquet Holstein PLLC in Syracuse, New York, David A. Holstein advises individuals, families, business owners, and closely held companies on matters involving estate planning, wealth preservation, business succession, and Mergers and Acquisitions Law . For more than 30 years, he has helped clients develop practical legal and tax strategies designed to preserve assets, support long-term business goals, and address the needs of future generations. David works closely with clients to prepare...

Susan R. Katzoff is an attorney at Bousquet Holstein PLLC in Syracuse, New York, where her practice focuses on Public Finance Law , municipal law , economic development matters, and governance and compliance issues. She has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for Public Finance Law from 2023 through 2027. Susan currently serves as Corporation Counsel to the City of Syracuse, providing legal counsel on a broad range of municipal matters, including contracts, property dispositio...