MUNICIPAL LAW AND LEGISLATIVE PRACTICE

The Firm's municipal law and legislative practice areas involve representation of municipal and governmental entities as well as private clients in matters before governmental boards, authorities, agencies and legislative bodies with regard to administrative and legislative actions affecting their interests.

The Firm's attorneys have extensive knowledge and personal experience in the public sector that allows the Firm to provide our clients with insightful guidance and advice.

Specifically, the Firm provides advise and counsel to our clients on a wide variety of issues including zoning and land use planning, condemnation, eminent domain, real estate tax certiorari, telecommunications, compliance with environmental laws and regulations and issues relating to public services and utilities.

The following exemplifies the types of representation the Firm provides in the municipal law and legislative practice areas:

The Firm serves as counsel to the Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Board of the City of Glen Cove, New York.

The Firm is counsel to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and its entities, such as The Long Island Railroad, in proceedings with tenants, licensees and vendors.

Representation of the Board of Ethics of the Town of Smithtown as Special Counsel.

Representation of the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder Engine & Hose Co. in land use planning and zoning matters.

Representation of various clients in connection with proposed legislation that may impact their business interests or real estate holdings.

Representation of clients in petitions to reduce real estate tax assessments and in condemnation proceedings.

Representation of a client interested in proceedings regarding siting of cellular phone facilities.