Georgia G. Crinnin

Georgia is a Member in the firm's Trusts and Estates and Litigation Practice Groups. She works to understand each client’s individual needs and family background and is sensitive to the circumstances surrounding her clients' legal needs. Trust and Estate Litigation Georgia understands that, in some cases, families are unable to agree on disposition of assets in Read More »

Julia J. Martin

When people and businesses are facing an overwhelming legal issue, trying to navigate the often-murky waters of the law – any law – is a daunting proposition.  To get peace of mind, and get clear, direct answers from an experienced legal professional, people seek Julia Martin’s counsel for sound guidance, knowledgeable counsel, and the reassurance Read More »

Jonathan A. Orkin

Jon practices in a variety of areas of the law but primarily in the areas of divorce, child custody and child support litigation.  He is also trained in Collaborative Law and is a member of the Ithaca Area Collaborative Professionals. Whether through litigation or Collaboration Jon takes the time to fully understand his clients’ needs and Read More »

Wage and Salary History Inquiries Prohibited in New York

As part of Governor Cuomo's efforts to expand New York's anti-discrimination laws, the Governor signed new legislation which will effectively prohibit employers from making wage or salary inquiries with job applicants and employees.  The new law takes effect on January 6, 2020 and provides that no employer shall: a. Rely on the wage or salary Read More »

Restaurant and Hospitality Law

Bousquet Holstein has a long history of serving hospitality and restaurant clients as their trusted business advisors. Our attorneys have provided experienced legal counsel to the restaurant, hospitality and beverage industry focusing on compliance, operations, development and transactional matters. We provide our business partners with common-sense legal, business and creative advice necessary to comply with Read More »

Title Insurance and Title Law

An integral part of any real property transaction revolves around title review and title examination.   Put simply, a buyer of real estate needs assurance that what is being conveyed…..for valuable consideration…..is good and marketable title.  Our attorneys work to examine title for proof that the real estate under contract for transfer does have good title, Read More »

Elder Law

Complex and emotional legal issues can arise as a family member approaches the end of life. As you and your loved ones grapple with these issues, it is important to have a clear understanding of everyone’s rights and responsibilities for end of life decisions. We can help you and your families navigate these difficult decisions Read More »

Pro Bono Culture

Bousquet Holstein holds a core belief that our firm has a profound responsibility to contribute to the community and make it a better place for all to live.  The commitments that the attorneys of Bousquet Holstein collectively and individually make to the Central New York community represent the firm’s philosophy in action.  Pro bono service Read More »

Coronavirus: Employment Legal Issues for Employers

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic as the Coronavirus rapidly spreads around the world.  Employers are becoming increasingly concerned about their rights and obligations with respect to maintaining a safe workplace for their employees and complying with various federal and state labor and employment laws.  This alert will provide Read More »

BOUSQUET HOLSTEIN EXPANDS ITHACA LAW OFFICE

ITHACA, N.Y. – Bousquet Holstein PLLC is pleased to announce that attorneys Randall B. Marcus, Jonathan A. Orkin, and Virginia A. Tesi, and paralegals Shelley B. Love, Ellen M. Walsh, and Nancy Coole, formerly of the highly-regarded Ithaca law firm of Marcus Orkin Tesi LLP, have joined the firm. Currently, they will continue to work Read More »