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RECENT NEWS AND EVENTS
FEATURED NEWS
Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz and Weinstein, Kaplan & Cohen Announce their Merger and will continue to practice as Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz PLLC
Michael H. Sahn, Managing Member of Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz PLLC and Robert N. Cohen, President and Managing Partner of Weinstein, Kaplan & Cohen, P.C. take great pride in announcing that our firms have merged, and will continue to practice as Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz PLLC.
Together, the firms have 65 years of preeminent experience representing their clients. Sahn Ward was founded in 1999, and WKC was established in 1979. Sahn Ward has its main office located at The Omni Building, in Uniondale, with offices also in Hauppauge and New York City. WKC will continue to maintain its office at 1325 Franklin Avenue in Garden City. As combined, the Firm will have 31 attorneys, and a dedicated staff of paralegals, legal assistants and support professionals.
"Topping Off” the Northwell Health Advanced Surgical Pavilion at North Shore University Hospital
Michael Sahn, Joseph Bjarnson and Joshua Brookstein shared the honor of representing our Firm at the “steel beam topping off” ceremony for the Advanced Surgical Pavilion at North Shore University Hospital.
READ MORENew Child Support Laws for Adult Disabled Children
Partner, Erika L. Conti, discusses the recent enactment of new state legislation that provides child support to custodial parents of adult disabled children.
READ MOREIn Michael Sahn’s latest article for Innovate Long Island, he discusses the Supreme Court’s significant case decisions in its recent term, including the precedent changing decision overturning Roe v. Wade, and what comes next for the Court. Read the full article below.
As expected, the United States Supreme Court’s momentous term rocked the nation and even shook the world. When the first African American woman to become an associate justice on the nation’s highest court isn’t the biggest news – not even close – you know the court’s been especially busy. Federal Judge Ketanji Brown, a circuit judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals’ District of Columbia Circuit, achieved that historic first June 30, succeeding longtime Associate Justice Stephen Breyer, who retired at the end of a most tumultuous term.
READ MOREUnder Jon Ward's Guidance, Sahn Ward Obtains Landmark Ruling on Behalf of Suffolk County in LIPA Litigation
Jon Ward and Joseph Bjarnson have secured a landmarking ruling from the Suffolk County Supreme Court on behalf of Suffolk County and the Suffolk County Comptroller in LIPA v. Suffolk County Comptroller (Index No. 622697/2017). The ruling was featured on the front page of Newsday on April 6, 2021. )
READ MOREDan Braff Provided Expert Commentary in New York Times Article on Cantilever Buildings
Dan Braff was quoted in a New York Times article entitled, “Building Sections that Seem to Hover in Midair” by Tim Mckeough. In the article, he discussed when and why he typically sees cantilevered buildings in New York City.
READ MOREOUR PRACTICE & PEOPLE
Super Lawyers Recognized Sixteen Sahn Ward Attorneys for 2021 Honors
We are honored that Super Lawyers has recognized sixteen of our attorneys, representing seven practice areas, for exceptional accomplishments and expertise.
John L. Parker is Appointed as Vice Chair of the Environmental Law Committee of the Nassau County Bar
Partner John Parker has been named as Vice Chair of the Environmental Law Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association.
Partner Danielè De Voe has been recognized as a Premier Business Woman of Long Island in the Legal Category
Sahn Ward is proud to announce that Partner, Danny De Voe, Esq., has been recognized as a Premier Business Woman of Long Island in the Legal Category, by Richner Communications, Inc./The Herald Community Newspapers
Elaine Colavito was Recognized by Long Island Business News as one of Long Island’s Power 25 in Law
Elaine Colavito was recognized by Long Island Business News as one of the Long Island’s Power 25 in Law. This elite group of leaders were selected by Long Island Business News’ Editor, Associate Publisher and the editorial team based on their achievements and standing in the law community.
Partner Elisabetta Coschignano Earns One Of The Top 50 Women In Business Honors By Long Island Business News
Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz PLLC was honored to have our Partner, Elisabetta Tredici Coschignano, recognized as one of the Top 50 Women In Business by Long Island Business News this past Thursday evening at the Crest Hollow Country Club. Elisabetta earned this distinction for her dedication to her clients, the Firm, and her colleagues. She also earned this honor for her consistent involvement in public service to her community.
Sahn Ward was a Proud Sponsor of the 47th Annual Golf & Tennis Charity Classic for the Children’s Medical Fund of New York
Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz was a proud sponsor of the 47th Annual Golf & Tennis Charity Classic benefitting the Children's Medical Fund of New York. Adam H. Koblenz, Firm member and partner is a member of the Children's Medical Fund of New York’s (CMF) Board of Trustees. For this year’s event, Mr. Koblenz served as Co-Chair of the Tennis Committee.
OUR FIRM'S RECOGNITIONS
Joshua Brookstein Earns Leadership in Law Award from Long Island Business News
Joshua Brookstein was awarded the Long Island Business News Leadership in Law Award in the Partner Category. Mr. Brookstein received this award due to his dedication both in the legal profession and in the community.
Sahn Ward Named Top Real Estate Firm
in Long Island Business News Reader Rankings 2021
Sahn Ward Braff Koblenz was named top Real Estate Firm on Long Island for the second year in a row by the Long Island Business News 2021 Reader Rankings. In addition, to being named Top Real Estate Firm we also received recognition as Runner Up in Best Matrimonial Firm and Best Litigation Firm.
Sahn Ward is Proud to Announce Three Attorneys Named Top Lawyers of Long Island
Sahn Ward is proud to announce our Partners, Elisabetta Tredici Coschignano, John Parker and Elaine M. Colavito, are being recognized as Top Lawyers of Long Island, by Richner Communications, Inc./The Herald Community Newspapers.
Michael Sahn Served as a Member of the Town of North Hempstead's Cannabis Task Force
Michael Sahn served as a member of the Town of North Hempstead’s Cannabis Task Force. The Task Force was established to advise North Hempstead, with reject to opting-out should opt-out of the sale and on-site consumption of recreational cannabis under New York State law.
Elaine M. Colavito was recognized as a Premier Business Women of Long Island in the Legal Category
Elaine M. Colavito was recently recognized as a Premier Business Women of Long Island at the Awards Gala in the legal category on July 14, 2021. The Awards Gala celebrates high-level female business leaders who are making an impact on Long Island in their given fields. The event was hosted by RichnerLIVE in conjunction with Herald Community Newspapers.
Michael Sahn was Recognized by Long Island Business News as One of Long Island’s Power 25 in Law
Launching Sahn Ward PLLC in 1999, Managing Member Michael H. Sahn has guided the full service law firm into becoming one of the region’s most highly regarded and recognized law firms. A highly respected attorney, Sahn concentrates his practice in the areas of zoning and land use planning, real estate and environmental law, municipal law and legislative practice and corporate law. He also represents the firm’s clients in civil litigation and appeals and has been recognized as counsel of record in many reported court decisions.
