Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP: Law Firm Profile

About this firm

Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP was founded October 1, 1973 by the merger of two existing Binghamton law firms. Its predecessor firms date back to the 1890s. It represents one of the oldest multi-service law firms in the Southern Tier of New York. The Binghamton Labor and Employment Law Firm of Twining, Nemia & Steflik merged into Coughlin & Gerhart, L.L.P. in January of 1999. The attorneys of Pearis, Kline & Barber of Binghamton became "Of Counsel" to the firm on January 1, 2007. The Ithaca law office of Jonathan O. Albanese joined Coughlin & Gerhart, L.L.P. on May 1, 2009. The firm's general civil practice is conducted throughout the State and Federal Courts at both the trial and appellate levels. Its lawyers are active in the Broome County, New York State and American Bar Associations, and its past and present partners include bar association officers and community leaders. The lawyers of the firm participate in a wide variety of community services, pro bono work, and take part in civic and charitable activities. Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP is a progressive law and vibrant law firm and serves corporations and individual clients by first understanding their goals and priorities.

Areas of Practice

General Civil Practice before all State and Federal Courts and Administrative Agencies
Appellate Practice
Trial Practice
Banking Law
Corporate Law
Mergers and Acquisitions
Intellectual Property Litigation
Taxation
Real Estate
Probate
Trusts and Estates
Estate Planning
Pension and Profit Sharing Plans
Casualty Insurance
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Products Liability
Construction Law
Labor and Employment (Public and Private)
Municipal Law
Education Law
Utility Law
Environmental Law
Tax Assessment Law
Condemnation
Social Security
Family Law
Domestic Relations
Zoning Law
Land Use
Commercial Litigation
Civil Litigation
Criminal Law
Elder Law
Workers Compensation
Oil and Gas Law
Mineral Rights
Divorce
Creditor Bankruptcy

Peer Reviews

4.4/5.0 (62 reviews)

Legal Knowledge
4.4/5.0
Analytical Capability
4.3/5.0
Judgment
4.4/5.0
Communication
4.4/5.0
Legal Experience
4.4/5.0

5.0/5.0 Review for Gary B. Kline by a Consultant on 06/25/18 in Real Estate

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5.0/5.0 Review for Paul J. Sweeney by a Member on 04/05/15 in Labor and Employment

Paul is an outstanding labor and employment law attorney. He is a trustworthy counselor and a seasoned advocate.

Paul is an outstanding labor and employment law attorney. He is a trustworthy counselor and a seasoned advocate. Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Paul J. Sweeney by a Managing Partner on 03/28/15 in Litigation

Paul and I have a mutual client and have co-counseled on a couple of cases. I have observed his analysis, judgment and ability on a number of occasions. He is definitely an AV lawyer.

Paul and I have a mutual client and have co-counseled on a couple of cases. I have observed his analysis, judgment and ability on a number of occasions. He is definitely an AV lawyer. Read less
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4.4/5.0 Review for Gary B. Kline by a Attorney on 06/25/18 in Real Estate

Gary is a very experienced real estate attorney and a good person when you get to know him. I find him to be demanding but reasonable to solve problems. Overall I think he is an excellent attorney

Gary is a very experienced real estate attorney and a good person when you get to know him. I find him to be demanding but reasonable to solve problems. Overall I think he is an excellent attorney Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Paul J. Sweeney by a Partner on 09/27/20 in Labor and Employment

great attorney. also a war hero. definitely highest quality.

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5.0/5.0 Review for Gary B. Kline by a Attorney on 06/05/20 in Real Estate

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5.0/5.0 Review for Gary B. Kline by a Of Counsel on 07/16/18 in Real Estate

I have know Gary for many years and he is a fine person , has a good family and is concerned for and about his community. He is affiliated with an excellent firm.

I have know Gary for many years and he is a fine person , has a good family and is concerned for and about his community. He is affiliated with an excellent firm. Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Gary B. Kline by a Partner on 07/09/18 in Real Estate

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5.0/5.0 Review for Gary B. Kline by a Attorney on 07/09/18 in Real Estate

I have known Gary Kline for many years. Has consistently displayed an exceptional level of integrity, skill and legal knowledge.

I have known Gary Kline for many years. Has consistently displayed an exceptional level of integrity, skill and legal knowledge. Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Paul J. Sweeney by a Member on 04/05/15 in Employment Defense

Paul is an outstanding employment lawyer who represents management. He is a trustworthy advocate and a seasoned litigator.

Paul is an outstanding employment lawyer who represents management. He is a trustworthy advocate and a seasoned litigator. Read less
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