Tax Planning and Advocacy

Most significant personal and business decisions have tax consequences, and the laws governing these consequences frequently change. Our Tax Planning and Advocacy Group understands the complex tax rules at the federal, state and local levels, which enables us to help clients avoid undesirable and possibly detrimental tax consequences when undertaking significant lifetime decisions in their Read More »

Jeffrey B. Davis

Jeffrey Davis is counsel to the firm on residential real estate and estate planning and administration matters. Jeff works extensively at all levels of real estate from small vacant lots to high level lakefront properties. Prior to joining the firm, Jeff practiced locally at his own law office for 40 years – earning himself the Read More »

Laurence G. Bousquet

"We often touch many different aspects of our clients' lives – representing them in both their business and personal lives. We are enthusiastic about the work we do and the connections we develop with the other professionals we work with. Together, we strive to bring our clients' aspirations to life and provide counsel to them Read More »

Cecelia R.S. Cannon

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 »

Tax Challenge – Certiorari

Let’s face it:  everyone wants to lower their real estate taxes.  However, to successfully reduce property tax, one needs skilled legal representation from a law firm with experience in real property tax grievances and procedures, as well as one familiar with real property tax exemptions. Our team approach involves checking every aspect of a property’s Read More »

Collaborative Divorce and Mediation

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 »

Health Care

The health care industry is a complex system with rapidly changing regulatory oversight. Regulatory approval and accreditation are the heart of the system. For many, delay in licensure and other regulatory approvals can threaten financing and corporate viability. Restructuring is a fact of life in this dynamic system. Our clients are frequently involved in mergers, Read More »

Disclaimer

The information presented on this website is for general information purposes only and not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances.  You should contact an attorney for advice on specific legal issues. No attorney-client relationship is created by the use of this website. Neither your Read More »

Thomas E. Taylor

After serving as a dedicated Member of Bousquet Holstein, Tom is now taking on the role as Of Counsel to the firm. Real estate, whether simple or complex, is often the largest investment for people and businesses to make. Therefore, it's no wonder that, when clients need a trustworthy attorney for these intricate matters, they Read More »

Catherine A. Ray

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 »