Criminal

At Schiano Law we understand that good people can make bad decisions, and we believe that you and your family deserve the most competent, aggressive and thoughtful representation available.  When your liberty and future are on the line, it is crucial that you make the right choice in your representation as soon as possible.  Our attorneys understand how to provide that representation better than anyone.  With over a decade of prosecutorial experience, our attorneys know exactly how to defend your case.  All of our members served as assistant district attorneys in Onondaga County, handling thousands of criminal cases from economic crimes to homicides. We understand how the prosecution thinks and we will use that knowledge to your advantage.  

Traffic

Don’t let a traffic ticket ruin your driving record. At Schiano Law, we handle all types of vehicle and traffic charges throughout New York State. From a suspended license to a speeding violation, we make points disappear. Let us use our knowledge and expertise to ensure your driving record stays clean and your insurance rate stays low. Who you call matters.

DWi

If you or a family member is charged with driving while intoxicated or driving while ability impaired, the consequences can be devistating. Consequences that could impact the most important aspects of your life; your family, your career, and ultimately, your freedom.  People often underestimate the seriousness of an alcohol related driving arrest. At Schiano Law, we offer unparalleled experience to provide you with the most effective representation in Upstate New York.  As former prosecutors, we understand how to build a DWI case from the ground up, because we have built them. And consequently, we know how break them down and tear them apart. We will evaluate every piece evidence, scrutinize every test, and use our longstanding relationships to assure the best outcome.

Corporate

Starting and operating a business involves many challenges that require the experience and knowledge of a skilled attorney who is well-versed in the laws of business, contracts, and commerce.

We have years of extensive experience navigating a wide variety of legal issues that arise in the business world. Whether it be the proper legal structure of a business entity during its startup phase, contract preparation, business dissolution or anything in between, our firm provides the legal advice you need for your business to avoid potential legal pitfalls.

A Wide Range of Corporate Legal Services

  • Incorporation and LLC Formation

  • Business Sale and Purchase

  • Contract Preparation and Review

  • Operating & Partnership Agreements

  • Shareholder Agreements

  • Employment Contracts

  • Independent Contractor Agreements

  • Business Litigation

Real Estate

Because real estate transactions involve substantial financial investment and potential risk for developers, buyers, and sellers our real estate practice employs a multidisciplinary approach to provide our clients seamless representation.

From initial planning to project completion, our years of experience in economic development, land use planning & zoning, and municipal law provides our clients greater insight and direction.

Commercial and Residential Representation Includes:

  • Buy-sell agreements: review, drafting, negotiating, integrating

  • Land Use & Zoning

  • Disclosure of defects

  • Environmental issues related to real estate development or sale

  • Boundary disputes

  • Insurance coverage

  • Landlord/tenant

  • Easements

Experience You Can Count On

We pride ourselves on our ability to provide clients exceptional legal services seamlessly integrated across a broad range of needs and legal disciplines. The depth and breadth of our experience enables us to offer insight from many relevant angles.

Do you or your business have a legal issue that you would like to discuss? Please contact our business attorneys to set up a free consultation to get the help you need.