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Since 1971, when Sargent & Gilmore, LLP and its predecessor firms began practicing law in the Syracuse area, one of the primary focuses of the practice has been, and continues to be, litigation. Our litigation experience is quite diverse and our attorneys have successfully negotiated, settled and/or litigated complex cases involving personal injuries, wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents, intentional torts, contract interpretation and enforcement, commercial litigation, formation and dissolution of businesses, environmental, administrative, insurance, malpractice, construction, premises liability, property disputes, land use and zoning issues, domestic relations, and appeals. Our attorneys have experience before Federal and all New York State Courts (Court of Claims, Supreme Court, Family Court, Surrogate Court, County Court), the Fourth Department Appellate Division, Local Courts (City, Town and Village Courts) as well as local and state administrative forums. At Sargent & Gilmore, LLP, we promptly evaluate each case and advise our clients of the strengths and weaknesses of any potential claim, as well as identify and recommend the most effective and efficient course of action. This may include alternate dispute techniques such as mediation or arbitration rather than the traditional judicial forum. We have found that our thorough case preparation and early negotiation often leads to sizable settlements, many times without the need for court intervention, including a recent one-million dollar personal injury settlement. Regardless of the type or size of the matter, at Sargent & Gilmore, LLP, our attorneys and support staff are very accessible to answer any questions and discuss the status of the case in an honest and straight-forward manner throughout the entire process. |