We are facing a rapidly changing environment. The challenges affect every aspect of life and every member of our communities. We have set up this webpage to provide up-to-date information on legal matters as well as health, financial, tax and business resources, as well as CARES Act information, that may be useful to you in handling your Read More »
Estate planning is a continuous process that evolves as your life progresses. Changes in your life that may necessitate an update to your estate plan include a shift in your assets, a change in your family, modifications to tax laws, or simply a refocusing of your goals. Divorce is a major life change which may Read More »
Cecelia’s practice focuses on dispute resolution in the commercial context and in the trust, estate, and elder law areas. She brings strategic thinking paired with strong advocacy to bear on your case. The personalities and relationships among family members and the partners in closely held businesses greatly affect the dynamics of any dispute in these Read More »
New York’s Brownfield Cleanup Program (“BCP”) provides valuable tax incentives and liability relief for the cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated or blighted sites, or “brownfields.” We assist brownfield stakeholders, including developers, municipalities, brokers, financial institutions, and consultants, in understanding the benefits of the BCP and other economic development incentives available for brownfield redevelopment. Our attorneys also Read More »
If you own property in more than one state, or in another country or territory, or if you have lived in more than one state, your estate plan may need to take into account the laws of multiple jurisdictions. More than one jurisdiction may tax the same property at your death. While some jurisdictions provide Read More »
Schedule your consultation by email Schedule your consultation by phone Collaborative divorce and mediation are legal options that have proven to be some of the most satisfactory process for many people seeking fairness for each family member when dissolving a marriage. People going through a divorce, separation, or other family law issues must decide what Read More »
Maria represents businesses and the individuals that run them in the areas of business formation and structure, transactions and compliance, tax planning, strategy and advocacy, and business succession planning. Maria's accounting and business background enables her to identify unanticipated problems and offer unique solutions to meet her clients’ needs within the confines of the legal, Read More »
Joshua Werbeck is a Member of Bousquet Holstein PLLC and serves on its Board of Managers. He is a member of the firm's Real Estate, Business, and Liquor Licensing and Compliance Practice Groups. In real estate matters, Josh represents individuals, businesses, and non-profits, including developers, lenders, homeowners associations, condominium boards, and homeowners. His experience includes Read More »
Catherine Ray is an Associate Attorney in the firm's Trust and Estates Group and works in the firm's Syracuse and Ithaca offices. Trusts & Estate Planning Cathy provides comprehensive support to clients throughout every stage of estate planning, including creating simple and complex wills, irrevocable and revocable trusts, and high-net-worth tax planning. She also advises Read More »
Sue currently serves as the Corporation Counsel to the City of Syracuse (the "City") providing counsel on all matters of municipal law including negotiating contracts, assisting with property disposal, managing claims and litigation, governance and compliance issues and working with executive directors and boards on day-to-day issues. In addition, Sue has extensive experience with and Read More »