Litigation

The firm's litigation department has represented municipalities in a wide range of matters in both state and federal courts. The firm has defended municipalities in numerous Article 78 proceedings. Our trial attorneys also have experience in defending breach of contract and other claims, including construction disputes regarding municipalities. We have represented municipalities and their employees in Section 1983 and other civil rights actions in federal and state courts. We have handled disputes between municipalities and other governmental entities. Our litigation attorneys have represented school districts in various litigated matters, including issues regarding special education and the Individuals With Disabilities in Education Act, Section 1983 actions against school districts and their employees and construction and other breach of contract matters for school districts.