William N. "Bill" La Forte

Richard focuses his practice on construction and surety law regarding all facets of construction work on both private and public projects, the resolution of construction disputes and commercial litigation. He handles contract negotiation, contract preparation and dispute resolution among owners, general contractors, subcontractors and construction managers. He also defends surety companies against claims made by owners, subcontractors and suppliers against payment and performance bonds. Richa...

Robert L. Brenna, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Elder Law, Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Robert L. practices law in Rochester, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Robert L. Brenna, Jr. since 2010. 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 Robert L. Brenna, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Paul G. Barden is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law, Litigation - Health Care and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Paul G. practices law in Rochester, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Paul G. Barden 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 Paul G. Barden is held by other lawyers.

Eric Tanck is a partner in Nixon Peabody’s M&A and Corporate Transactions group, focusing his practice on business and corporate law matters, with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, and the formation, financing, and growth of business enterprises. My focus Today I focus my practice on three main areas, assisting clients with a variety of complex transactions. Mergers & Acquisitions I work with public and private companies in a variety of industries...

Anita Pelletier is Counsel in Nixon Peabody's nonprofit practice group. She advises nonprofit organizations in matters relating to legal requirements and best practices in connection with governance and operational matters. I focus my practice on three main areas, building on over 10 years of experience assisting nonprofit clients to operate as effectively and efficiently as possible. Nonprofit Corporate Governance and Board Disputes I’ve represented organizations ranging from the very ...

Matthew Ryen is a Rochester, New York native and an attorney with Lacy Katzen LLP . He counsels individuals and businesses across a wide range of legal matters, with a focus on practical guidance tailored to each client’s goals. His practice includes Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, as well as Business Organizations, including LLCs and partnerships. Before joining Lacy Katzen LLP, Matt served as a law clerk with the United States Department of t...

“I enjoy identifying novel and practical solutions to clients’ real world issues and helping them to achieve their objectives in a cost-effective manner.” Chris focuses on sophisticated commercial transactions, banking and commercial financing and general corporate law. He represents business clients and entrepreneurs at all stages of their business development, negotiating and documenting matters, complex organizational documents (e.g., sophisticated shareholder, operating ...

Laura M. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Laura M. practices law in Victor, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Laura M. Smith 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 Laura M. Smith is held by other lawyers.

Joseph A. Rossi, Jr. focuses his legal practice on plaintiff personal injury litigation, including motor vehicles accidents, medical malpractice (negligence), premises liability (slip/trip and fall), negligence matters, and wrongful death matter. During his entire legal career he has only represented injured individuals. Joseph grew up and initially practiced personal injury litigation on behalf of injured people “downstate” in NYC before moving back to his wife’s hometown o...

Richard A. Kroll, Esq. has an active practice in the area of Estate Planning, Trusts, and Probate. He is past or current member of the Special Needs Alliance, the Trusts and Estates sections of the New York State Bar Association, Monroe County Bar Associations, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and the Estate Planning Council of Rochester. A graduate of Brighton High School, Hobart College, Suffolk University Law School (where he was editor-in-chief of its Law Review) and Harvard L...