New York State is acting swiftly to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 18, 2020, Governor Cuomo signed a bill into law that provides paid sick leave to employees directly impacted by COVID-19. The law, which takes effect immediately, requires employers to provide paid sick leave to employees when they are subject to an Read More »
In the wake of COVID-19 closures, the NY State Liquor Authority (the "SLA") issued guidance this week permitting on-premises establishments to sell alcohol for off-premises consumption. The change was effective March 16, 2020 and continues until the SLA issues further guidance. Licensees do not need to notify the SLA or seek a waiver to begin Read More »
Bousquet Holstein PLLC is pleased to announce that Christy Vouri-Misso has joined the Tax Practice Group at the firm. As a former Attorney Advisor to Judge Robert A. Wherry, of the United States Tax Court, Christy focuses her practice on all aspects of federal and state tax controversies and planning. This background gives her the unique ability Read More »
On January 11, 2020, Joseph J. Porcello, a partner at Bousquet Holstein, presented an interactive brand protection "Toolkit" workshop for the entrepreneur and innovation community at Syracuse University. The event was hosted by the Blackstone LaunchPad powered by Techstars at Syracuse University Libraries. During this active hands-on session, Mr. Porcello discussed steps that a startup can take Read More »
Bousquet Holstein attorneys Susan R. Katzoff, Jean S. Everett, and Julia J. Martin will join representatives from CenterState CEO to discuss the recently published final regulations for the Federal Opportunity Zone (OZ) program, benefits to investors, the types of eligible projects, as well as how to maximize the program’s benefits for your business. CenterState CEO will also present the Read More »
Attorneys Anna Putintseva and Rebecca Cohen were guest speakers on January 22, 2020 at a free International Startup Workshop for the international and innovation community at Syracuse University. The event was hosted by the Blackstone LaunchPad powered by Techstars at Syracuse University Libraries. Participants learned how to: Help international students, as well as faculty and staff who work with them, understand Read More »
Bousquet Holstein PLLC is pleased to announce that Nathan M. Jerauld and Maria C. Zumpano have joined the firm. Nathan Jerauld joins the firm’s Litigation Practice group, with a focus on estate litigation. He has extensive experience operating in high-stress environments and delivering tailored analysis of complex issues. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army where he served Read More »
Bousquet Holstein is pleased to announce that Natalie P. Hempson-Elliott and Jana K. McDonald have been elected as Members of the firm. Natalie joined Bousquet Holstein in 2014 and is part of the firm's Real Estate, Business, and Public Finance Practice Groups. Natalie has over 10 years of experience representing clients in various business, real estate, and public finance transactions. Read More »
Bousquet Holstein PLLC is pleased to announce that attorney Janet E. Moon has joined the firm as Senior Counsel in the Immigration Practice Group. Janet concentrates her practice in the areas of family-based green card and visa applications, removing conditions, citizenship and naturalization; transitioning from a student exchange visitor status to employment; and employment-based petitions and visas, as well as complex admissibility or Read More »
Bousquet Holstein PLLC is pleased to announce that Joseph J. Porcello has been elected a Member of the firm. In addition, Philip S. Bousquet has been re-elected to serve on the firm’s Board of Managers. Joe Porcello joined Bousquet Holstein in 2018, having practiced for over a decade at a top global law firm. He helps clients resolve commercial Read More »