Bruce Bell Receives Capital District YMCA President’s Award
On April 18, 2019, Maynard O’Connor partner, Bruce Bell, received the Capital District YMCA President’s Award. This Award recognizes the contributions of key area leaders who share a passion for helping individuals and families live healthier lives and feel more connected. Bruce has been an active proponent for the Bethlehem YMCA and Maynard, O’Connor congratulates… Read More…
Rob Rausch Lectures on Appellate Practice
On April 4, 2019, Rob Rausch participated in a Continuing Legal Education seminar on “New York Appellate Practice”. Rob spoke on the topics of “Brief Writing and Oral Argument”. Rob and Chris Mills, Esq. (of the Mills Law Firm) discussed considerations for preservation of evidence and planning for appeal, and presented advice for effective… Read More…
Justin Gray Obtains $238,000 Judgment In Favor Of Physician Based Upon Breach of Restrictive Covenant
The plaintiff, an ophthalmologist, entered into an agreement with the defendant, also an ophthalmologist, to provide services at his practice. The agreement contained covenants prohibiting the defendant from (1) competing within a twenty (20) mile radius of the plaintiff’s practice, (2) soliciting the plaintiff’s patients, and (3) utilizing confidential information of the practice. The agreement… Read More…
Maynard Welcomes New Associate Attorney Kelly A. Kline
Maynard O’Connor is pleased to announce that Kelly A. Kline has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Kelly concentrates her practice in the areas of personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, general litigation, and medical malpractice defense. Prior to joining the firm, Kelly gained experience in both criminal and civil litigation. She received… Read More…
Bruce Bell to be Honored by Capital District YMCA President’s Award
On April 18, 2019, Maynard O’Connor partner, Bruce Bell, will received the Capital District YMCA President’s Award. This Award recognizes the contributions of key area leaders who share a passion for helping individuals and families live healthier lives and feel more connected. Bruce has been an active proponent for the Bethlehem YMCA and Maynard, O’Connor… Read More…
Partner, Justin W. Gray, Obtains Dismissal of Claims in Case Alleging Diversion of Water and Resulting Property Damage
The plaintiffs and defendants are neighboring property owners in Ulster County, New York. In 2006, the defendants were experiencing water inundation in the upper portion of their backyard due to multiple sources. To alleviate the problem, the defendants constructed a subsurface drainage system (sometimes referred to as a French drain system) in the upper portion… Read More…
History of the Firm
As we celebrate the firm’s 100-year anniversary, we would like to share some facts about our history. In 1919, the firm was known as Naylon, Robinson & Maynard and had its office at 273 State Street in Schenectady. The building in which the firm was located still stands, at what is now the intersection of… Read More…
Happy Holidays from Maynard, O’Connor, Smith & Catalinotto!
Each December the firm holds its annual “Festive Friday” competition, with attorneys and staff dressing up to win the prize for the most festive outfit. Congratulations to this year’s winner, Melissa DeSanto. Happy holidays to all!
Maynard, O’Connor Supports 35th Annual “Dancing in the Woods”
For nearly thirty years, Maynard, O’Connor, Smith & Catalinotto, LLP has proudly served as one of the major sponsors of Dancing in the Woods, the annual black-tie gala to benefit the Center for Childhood Cancer & Blood Disorders at Albany Medical Center. The “Melodies Center” is the Capital Region’s primary provider of hospital care to… Read More…
Firm Supports UCBA’s Adopt a Star Program
Maynard O’Connor is proud to support the Ulster County Bar Association’s Adopt a Star Program, which provides gifts to children in need. Each holiday season, the UCBA invites its members to provide donations or purchase gifts for the children from their wish lists. Happy holidays!