Leadership In Law

Recent Leadership in Law

Sahn Ward Sponsors Hofstra Land Use Training Program for Municipal Planning and Zoning Officials

The Firm was proud to sponsor this year’s Land Use Training Program for Municipal Planning and Zoning Officials, which was held on October 20 at The Wilbur F. Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. Members of the Firm attended the program.


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Sahn Ward Sponsors the Nassau County Bar Association’s Annual Gala

We were honored to sponsor the VIP Reception at the Nassau County Bar Association's Annual Gala Dinner, and to participate with the distinguished recipients in recognizing their dedicated service to the legal profession.


Elaine Colavito Set to Receive the Virginia C. Duncombe, Esq. Scholarship Award

Partner, Elaine Colavito was recently named the recipient of the Virginia C. Duncombe, Esq. Scholarship Award by the Nassau County Women's Bar Association. This award is presented annually to an attorney who demonstrates her ability to foster and enhance ongoing legal education. Due to Elaine's continued success and mentoring within the community, she was recognized as an ideal candidate and recipient of this prestigious award.

To read Ms. Colavito's biography, click here.



Alexis R. Majano Featured by New York Real Estate Journal as 2023 One's to Watch Rising Stars

Alexis Majano was recognized in the May 16th New York Real Estate Journal 2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars Spotlight. This special section recognizes the emerging talent and achievements of individuals within their professions. Read more here at New York Real Estate Journal's May 16th edition.

To read Mr. Majano's biography, click here.



Sahn Ward Hosted Baldwin High School Students for Legal Shadow Day

On Thursday March 23rd Sahn Ward hosted Baldwin School’s in an in-office Legal Shadow Day. Baldwin Schools had approximately ten students attend the local Nassau County Supreme Court in the morning where they got to witness the legal process firsthand. After their visit to the courts, they came to our law offices where they got to meet with attorneys and other paraprofessionals in our office to discuss their job roles, responsibilities, and aspirations. This opportunity allows the local youth to learn more about the legal process and all the different and relevant job opportunities it can bring.


Partner, Erika L. Conti Earns Premier Business Women of Long Island by The Herald

Sahn Ward is honored that our Partner, Erika L. Conti, was recognized as one of the Premier Business Women of Long Island by The Herald. Erika 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.

To read Ms. Conit's biography, click here.





Ellen N. Savino received The Herald’s Real Estate Achievement and Leadership Award

Ellen N. Savino received The Herald’s Real Estate Achievement and Leadership Award in the law category for her continued success and work in the area of commercial real estate.

To read Ms. Savino's biography, click here.





Tom McKevitt Presents Code Enforcement to New York State Officials

Tom McKevitt presented code enforcement seminars to New York State officials. In October, Tom McKevitt presented his class “Legal Aspects of Code Enforcement” to over 100 attendees at the New York State Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association in Syracuse. On January 25th, he presented this class to the Niagara Frontier Building Officials Association in Buffalo.

To read Mr. McKevitt's biography, click here.