Archive for December, 2008

Arbitration Award Secured in Landlord/Tenant Matter

December 2008

David Ealy and Mark Campanella sucessfully arbitrated a dispute between their client, a small business owner that operates a bar/restaurant, and his landlord from who he rents the space for his establishment.  As a result of the landlord’s failure to properly maintain the building, the client’s bar suffered severe water damage which required extensive renovations.  [...]

Defendant Obtains Judgment Against Plaintiff

December 2008

After a summary bench trial, Clark Zimmerman and Mark Campanella obtained a judgment on behalf of their client in the amount of $54,000.  The plaintiff, who initiated suit against the defendant for alleged storage fees that were due, had his case dismissed by the court for lack of evidence.  Conversely, the defendant brought a counterclaim [...]

Successful Sex Offender Level Reduction

December 2008

Attorney Clark Zimmermann successfully argued at a SORA Hearing that a Level 2 Sex Offender shall be reclassified as a Level 1 Offender. This reclassification will have a significant impact for the client as he will no longer be listed on the public sex offender website and will no longer be required to report as a sex offender for life.

National Institute of Trial Advocacy

December 2008

Lisa G. Berrittella, Esq. was recently awarded a Diploma from the National Institute of Trial Advocacy for successful completion of the Trial Advocacy Skills program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.   The program consisted of intensive professional training designed for trial attorneys.

2009 Chairperson Appointment

December 2008

Lisa G. Berrittella, Esq. has been selected to serve as Chairperson of the 2009 “Law School for Insurance Professionals Seminar,” which is sponsored by the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.  The program is a day-long interactive seminar designed for insurance industry professionals which explores topical issues focused [...]

Executive Committee Appointment

December 2008

Lisa G. Berrittella, Esq. was recently appointed to the Executive Committee of the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.  Ms. Berrittella currently serves as Seventh District Representative as a member of the Executive Committee. 

Successful Not-Guilty Defense

December 2008

Clark J. Zimmermann, Jr., successfully defended an individual accused of Assault in the Second Degree in a case involving DNA and eye witness testimony. The jury was only out 20 minutes before returning a Not-Guilty verdict.

Council on Litigation Management Appointment

December 2008

We are pleased to announce the nomination and appointment of Louis B. Cristo, Esq. to the Council on Litigation Management, a ”nonpartisan alliance committed to furthering the highest standards of litigation management.  The Council sponsors educational programs, provides resources, fosters communications, and recognizes lawyers who meet high standards.  Selected attorneys and law firms are extended membership [...]