Mr. Burke, on behalf of Gross Shuman, represents one of two student athletes removed from Starpoint High School over alleged misconduct

Interview focused on a significant court ruling that could impact employers nationwide.

Attorney David Alexander was the featured guest on the latest edition of "The Mayor of Money" podcast

Charles C. Swanekamp joined Gross Shuman P.C. as an attorney in its Buffalo office. Mr. Swanekamp focuses his practice in the areas of business law, commercial litigation, and the defense of accountants and attorneys in disciplinary and malpractice matters.

Scott M. Philbin joined Gross Shuman P.C. as a litigation attorney. He handles a broad array of business and commercial matters at the trial and appellate levels in both state and federal court.

Gross Shuman P.C. Labor and Employment Attorney B. Kevin Burke Jr. was interviewed this week for an article in Buffalo Business First exploring the impact a potential mask mandate could have on employers. 

In workplaces that have made vaccinations mandatory, employers are justified when firing an employee who refuses to be vaccinated if they don't qualify for an exemption, said B. Kevin Burke, attorney at Gross Shuman PC.

Thanks to its employees, Gross Shuman P.C. is one of our 2021 Best Places to work.

Katherine Liebner is an attorney with Gross Shuman specializing in estate planning and estate administration. She sees the fal-out after someone dies without plans in place. The best option, she said, is to address things before any crisis.

Trevor Torcello, partner at Gross Shuman PC, helps employers structure policies and calls from companies have been more frequent in the last year.

Leone said the changes are a positive move for those assisting elderly family members with financial affairs.

David Elibol, managing partner at Gross Shuman PC in Buffalo, solicits employees for their assessments of how the firm is handling the pandemic.

Joseph de Perio joined Gross Shuman PC as an attorney in the firm's Business and Corporate Law Practice Group.

In an interview with The News, Schechter pointed out the U.S. Supreme Court has reinforced political officials' broad latitude in determining public health policy during the pandemic.

Attorney Nicholas Pusateri joined Gross Shuman P.C. as a member of the firm's Corporate Law Practice Group.

Gross Shuman P.C. attorney Jonathan Schechter was named President of the Foundation of Jewish Philanthropies.

"I think there will be a fair amount of activity," he said. "Part of it is there is simply nothing to lose by making the attempt if your business, without attempting to restructure, will fail."

Katherine M. Liebner is the newly-elected President of the St. Thomas More Guild of WNY.

Matt Chandler joined Gross Shuman, PC as its Director of Marketing and Business Development. Matt will lead all marketing and public relations initiatives for the 19 attorneys at the law firm.

With the suit, Burke said Great Lakes aims to formally stop to Kubek from continuing to use information that is closely guarded by the company and its other employees.

A common sentiment has been nervousness, attorney Jonathan Schechter of Gross Shuman PC said. "It's been interesting, and it's a strange, new world," he said. "Buffalo has a lot of Main Street type of businesses, and I think these have been hardest hit across the whole region and country."

As a younger attorney who grew up alongside social media's rise, Trevor Torcello has heard a lot of the same questions.

"Litigation reminds me a lot of chess and other strategy board games. That is what I like most - thinking two or three steps ahead, making a plan and executing it," Lelonek said.

Gross Shuman P.C. is pleased to announce that attorney B. Kevin Burke, Jr. has joined the firm. Mr. Burke focuses his practice on the litigation of contract disputes, labor and employment issues, intellectual property protection, and trade secret cases.

Gross Shuman P.C. co-founder Gordon Gross, a prominent local attorney and community leader, has died. The Buffalo native died March 25 in Charleston, S.C., where he and his wife spend the winters. He was 87.

"I think what we're finding is that now is the first year that we're going to see the impact of the changes. ... It will be interesting to see how they all impact the individual tax return," Human said.

As autumn ends its brief run in Western New York, many snowbirds are preparing for their annual trek to Florida. Those who own condos or timeshares may not realize that there are estate administration implications for New York residents who own real property located outside New York.

"There's a real need for affordable housing there, and that's what this project is going to continue to do," Schechter said.

"The major issue is the estate tax consequences of whatever he plans to do," said David H. Alexander, an estate attorney with Gross Shuman Brizdle & Gilfillan in Buffalo.