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Whiteman, Osterman & Hanna is proud to have 19 lawyers recognized in the 2025 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. The firm also has one partner awarded the Best Lawyer® 2025 Elder Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Albany, and one senior counsel awarded the Best Lawyer® 2025 Environmental Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Albany. Only one lawyer in a specific practice area and geographical region is honored with a [...]

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, the Capital Region’s largest law firm, has announced that Catherine A. Graziose has joined the firm as an associate in the Education Practice Group. In her new role, Graziose will be responsible for counseling primary and higher education clients in matters relating to Titles IV and IX of the Higher Education Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, conducting policy review, and assisting clients to comply with state and federal regulatory [...]

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP and BST & Co. CPAs, LLP Named Joint Sponsors in New AgreementSCHENECTADY, N.Y.  (July 9) – The Proctors Collaborative Ambassador Program recently announced a five-year joint sponsorship agreement with Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP and BST & Co. CPAs LLP under which the organizations will support the program with a $250,000 donation.The Ambassador programs involve partnerships with community organizations that deliver trained ambassador [...]

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, the Capital Region’s largest law firm, has announced that Nathaniel J. Nichols has joined the firm as Of Counsel in the firm’s Labor and Employment Group. In his new role, Mr. Nichols will be assisting and providing counsel to public and private employers in matters pertaining to labor and employment, conducting investigations, prosecuting disciplinary charges against employees, defending contract grievances, engaging in negotiations on behalf of [...]

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna, the Capital Region’s largest law firm is pleased to announce the commencement of its 38th Summer Associate Program. This esteemed program is designed to offer aspiring legal professionals an immersive and rewarding experience, providing valuable exposure to real-world legal challenges and opportunities for professional growth. This year, our program proudly welcomes participants from five distinguished law schools: Yale Law School, Washington and Lee [...]