News

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, the Capital Region’s largest law firm, is pleased to announce the addition of two key members of its leadership team: Jason Appel as Chief Information Officer and Amanda Iverson as Director of Operations.

The appointments reflect the Firm’s commitment to strengthening the leadership, systems, and resources necessary to support a dynamic and evolving legal practice. With over 120 attorneys spanning more than 20 practice groups, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna continues to invest in the operational and technological capabilities that enhance client service, support its attorneys, and position the Firm for the future.

As Chief Information Officer, Mr. Appel will oversee the Firm’s technology strategy, cybersecurity initiatives, IT infrastructure, and technology operations. He brings more than 20 years of experience leading enterprise technology and cybersecurity initiatives across complex, highly regulated organizations. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Appel served as Director of Technology, Infrastructure and Interim Co-Chief Information Officer at the Center for Disability Services and currently serves as a cybersecurity lecturer at the University at Albany.

In her role as Director of Operations, Ms. Iverson will lead the Firm’s operational functions, strategic planning initiatives, human resources efforts, and organizational development activities. She brings more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning professional services and higher education environments. Most recently, Ms. Iverson served as Director of Business Operations at Envision Architects, where she was responsible for financial management, business development, human resources, workforce planning, operational strategy, and organizational performance.

The addition of Mr. Appel and Ms. Iverson underscores Whiteman Osterman & Hanna’s commitment to investing in the people, technology, and infrastructure necessary to support exceptional client service, foster an outstanding workplace for employees, and meet the evolving needs of a modern legal practice. The Firm has been recognized by the Albany Business Review as a “Best Place to Work” for four consecutive years, reflecting its dedication to both its clients and team members.

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, the Capital Region’s largest law firm with over 120 attorneys, has developed a reputation for innovative solutions and professional leadership. For 50 years, the Firm has served the public and private sectors with a broad range of practice areas and industry experience including business, commercial, education, energy, utility regulation, environmental, land use, immigration, intellectual property, labor and employment, matrimonial and family law, real estate development, federal and state taxation, cybersecurity and data privacy, estate planning and administration, health care, government relations and litigation.