Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Syracuse, NY
Hancock Estabrook is one of Upstate New York's leading law firms, founded in 1889 and continuously operating from downtown Syracuse. Our attorneys are recognized for their expertise in handling complex legal matters across diverse industries, including corporate, healthcare, litigation, and trusts & estates. With a legacy of public service and professional excellence, our partners have held prominent roles such as New York State Commissioner of Taxation, Attorney General, and U.S. Congressman. We prioritize personalized client attention while serving domestic and international corporations, nonprofits, educational institutions, and healthcare providers. Our practice areas span business formation, mergers and acquisitions, healthcare compliance, estate planning, labor and employment law, and more.We emphasize proactive legal strategies to minimize risk and deliver tailored solutions for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our attorneys regularly contribute to industry publications and maintain leadership roles in professional organizations. The firm has been recognized as a 2024 Best Company to Work for in New York and maintains affiliations with networks like ALFA International. We combine deep local knowledge with national and international capabilities to provide comprehensive legal services.
Services
Corporate Law
Healthcare Law
Litigation
Trusts & Estates
Labor & Employment
Real Estate
Nonprofit Law
Tax Planning
Construction Law
Environmental Law
Highlights and features
- 135+ years of continuous legal practice in Central New York
- Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers listings
- Proven expertise in complex corporate and healthcare legal matters
- Personalized service for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies
- Recognized as 2024 Best Companies to Work for in New York
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Martindale-Hubbell
- ALFA International
What people say
Recognized attorneys
Best companies to work for
Complex legal matters
Personalized service
135+ years experience
Services
Corporate Law
Hancock Estabrook provides comprehensive corporate legal services for businesses from startups to publicly-traded corporations. Our attorneys handle business formation, mergers and acquisitions, financing transactions, and corporate governance matters. We combine legal expertise with business acumen to deliver practical solutions that address both legal and operational considerations.
Healthcare Law
Our healthcare practice serves hospitals, providers, and health systems with regulatory compliance, fraud & abuse prevention, and transactional matters. We advise on Medicare/Medicaid regulations, healthcare contracts, patient privacy laws, and medical staff governance while maintaining focus on patient care considerations.
Litigation
The firm's litigation practice handles commercial disputes, insurance defense, and appellate matters. Our experienced trial attorneys understand court systems and economic challenges while working toward efficient resolutions. We represent clients in state and federal courts across New York and beyond.
Trusts & Estates
Our trusts & estates attorneys provide comprehensive estate planning, business succession strategies, and probate administration. We create customized plans using wills, trusts, and tax planning instruments while handling complex estate litigation and fiduciary tax matters.
Labor & Employment
We advise employers on compliance with labor laws, draft employment agreements, and defend against discrimination claims. Our services include workplace policy development, restrictive covenant enforcement, and representation before administrative agencies and courts.
People
Cora A. Alsante
Partner
Experienced attorney specializing in healthcare law with focus on regulatory compliance and transactional matters. Active in professional organizations and recognized for legal expertise.
John P. Sidd
Partner
Corporate law specialist with extensive experience in business transactions and governance. Provides strategic legal counsel to corporations and business owners.
Richard E. Scrimale
Counsel
Seasoned legal professional offering specialized expertise in corporate and transactional law matters with decades of practical experience.
Tish E. Lynn
Partner
Skilled attorney focusing on healthcare compliance and regulatory matters with deep knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations.
Daniel K. Mannion
Partner
Experienced litigator handling complex commercial disputes and appellate matters. Recognized for legal analysis and courtroom advocacy skills.
Questions
What legal services does Hancock Estabrook offer?
We provide corporate law, healthcare compliance, litigation, trusts & estates, labor & employment, real estate, and nonprofit legal services.
How long has Hancock Estabrook been in business?
Since 1889, making us one of the oldest continuously operating law firms in Upstate New York.
What industries does the firm specialize in?
We specialize in corporate, healthcare, education, nonprofit, and real estate sectors with regional expertise.
Are your attorneys recognized in their fields?
Yes, our attorneys appear in Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers listings and hold leadership roles in professional organizations.
Do you serve businesses outside New York?
While based in Upstate New York, we serve national and international clients through our network affiliations like ALFA International.
