Understanding tax rules is a critical part of beginning the estate planning process. Your heirs may be required to pay estate taxes, depending on the value of your assets. Particularly if you don’t take advantage of options that can reduce tax liability. Understanding estate tax rules If you leave behind more than $6.11 million, your… Read More

Ricky Luthra is a partner in our Business Law practice group. He has been practicing law for 10 years. Why did Ricky choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? Ricky chose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf because of the people and the great collegial atmosphere that we have. Within his practice group, he’s able to work… Read More

Someone who amasses significant debt faces obligations to repay the creditors. Any failure to do so might result in a ruined credit score and a lawsuit. Family members may assume the debts become uncollectible when the debtor passes away. However, that is not always the case under New York law, as settling an estate’s debt… Read More

Attorney Spotlight: Adam Brasky This week’s attorney spotlight is Adam Brasky, a partner in our Banking & Creditors’ Rights group. He has been practicing law for just under 10 years. Why did Adam choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? Adam chose Rupp Pfalzgraf because of the people. He says we have a great group of… Read More

Episode 4 of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law, is out now! This episode, host and managing partner David Pfalzgraf speaks with Sharon Cryan, the innovative founder of FoodNerd. FoodNerd is transforming children’s snacks with nutrient-dense options that encourage healthy habits from a young age. Sharon’s mission is to revolutionize children’s diets today and in… Read More

Most residents of New York seeking to make a will are interested in the associated costs. Proper planning can usually ensure that you stay well within your budget. Here are the main options that you have when making a will. Creating the first draft of the will yourself The complexity of the process depends on… Read More

New York residents who are looking to cut their spending on healthcare have access to several low-cost alternatives to traditional health insurance. However, with careful consideration, many of these alternatives prove woefully inadequate as standalone solutions. Although they provide impressive benefits, using them by themselves could leave you lacking protection right when you need it… Read More

Amanda Weber is an associate in our Elder Law and Trusts & Estate Planning groups. She has been practicing law for 4 years. Why did Amanda choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? Amanda chose Rupp Pfalzgraf because she wanted to work with the best of the best. She was a part of the Rupp Pfalzgraf-Ingold… Read More

The new Corporate Transparency Act may require your business to report information about its ownership to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FINCEN”), a branch of the U.S. Treasury. Knowing the complexities of this act and its impact is essential for your small business. To help our friends and clients review their obligations under the new… Read More

Team Rupp Pfalzgraf had an incredible day at this year’s Ride for Roswell, and we’re excited to announce that we raised over $52,000 for Roswell Park with the help of our 99 amazing team members! This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and generosity of everyone involved. From our passionate riders to our… Read More

Matt Miller is a Rupp Pfalzgraf partner and the practice area leader of our Labor & Employment group. He has been practicing law for just shy of 20 years. Why did Matt choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? Matt chose Rupp Pfalzgraf for a specific reason. There are a lot of great lawyers out there… Read More

Fertility equality is the belief that the ability to create a family should not be determined by one’s wealth, sexuality, gender, marital status or biology. In 2021, New York State moved closer to making fertility equality a reality by enacting the Child-Parent Security Act (The Act). The Act gives an easier pathway to establish legal… Read More

Creating an estate plan allows someone to carry out their wishes in a last will and testament and other documents. Without a written will, financial power of attorney, or health care proxy, among other documents, things could become challenging for families in an emergency. Forward-thinking New York planners might wisely put a plan together, but… Read More

Episode 3 of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law is out now! In this latest episode, podcast host and our managing partner, David Pfalzgraf Jr., leads an insightful conversation with Frank Ewing. Frank is the CEO of AML RightSource, a global leader in the anti-financial crimes and regulatory management industry. Tune in as Frank shares… Read More

We are thrilled to announce that Rupp Pfalzgraf has been named Shea’s Performing Arts Center Corporate Sponsor of the Month for June! Our firm is also honored to be the main corporate sponsor of the 2024 Shea’s High School Musical Theatre Awards. In addition to being a proud sponsor of Shea’s, Rupp Pfalzgraf partners, Marco… Read More

Planning for the future can be fun when it pertains to vacations, hobbies, and even retirement. It is less enjoyable when it involves planning to ensure that one’s affairs are in order when they die. This type of planning is called estate planning. It involves the execution of testamentary documents to outline a person’s intentions… Read More

We’re thrilled to announce the first two episodes of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law, are out now! This podcast, hosted by our managing partner, David Pfalzgraf, explores relevant issues for entrepreneurs and business owners throughout New York State. Empire State Entrepreneurs features fun and engaging discussions between Dave and various guests, ranging from strategic… Read More

Rupp Pfalzgraf Partner Dan Sarzynski will be presenting a seminar on Mechanic’s Lien Law, sponsored by The Construction Exchange of Buffalo & WNY, on May 3rd, 2024 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. The seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of Mechanic’s Lien Law, along with related sub-topics. As the seminar will be in a… Read More

Rupp Pfalzgraf is proud to announce the appointment of Frank Muggia and Stuart Smith as partners. With their extensive experience, Frank and Stuart will spearhead the establishment of a veterinary law and ethics practice group. This team will be dedicated to supporting veterinarians in navigating the intricate landscape of veterinary practice ownership and management. Frank… Read More

Rupp Pfalzgraf Partner Dan Sarzynski will be moderating a panel discussion at the Construction Exchange of Buffalo & WNY’s Annual Membership Luncheon. Dan has been an attorney at Rupp Pfalzgraf for 22 years and is the leader of the firm’s Construction Law and Banking & Creditors’ Rights practice groups. Dan was elected as the Chair… Read More

Our Founding Partner, Tony Rupp, recently took the spotlight in The New York Times, shedding light on his legal battle against the Buffalo Police Department. It all began in December 2016, when Mr. Rupp, leaving Chef’s Restaurant, witnessed a near-disaster involving a black SUV with its lights off and two women crossing the street. Unbeknownst… Read More

Buffalo’s historic Central Terminal is on the cusp of a transformative journey, marking a significant leap forward in its ambitious restoration. Central Terminal Restoration Corporation (CTRC) and the City of Buffalo have joined hands with a dynamic development team to spearhead the colossal effort. The chosen trio, comprising CB Emmanuel Realty, The Alexander Company, and… Read More

Times Union reporter, Roger Hannigan Gilson, recently reported that a local coalition, with legal backing from Rupp Pfalzgraf, has filed a lawsuit against the Hudson Planning Board for approving an industrial haul road leading from a gravel quarry to the city’s waterfront. The lawsuit contends that the Planning Board overlooked various aspects of local law… Read More

Donation to BNMC’s IC Success program will provide vital support to the region’s early-stage entrepreneurs BUFFALO NY- The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus (BNMC) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with leading Buffalo law firm Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC to provide a new resource to entrepreneurs in its IC Success program—a free, year-long program that… Read More

Buffalo Business First has just unveiled its 2024 Largest Law Firms of Western New York List, and we’re thrilled to announce that Rupp Pfalzgraf has secured a spot tied for the 5th largest law firm in the region. This achievement is a testament to our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and the remarkable growth we’ve… Read More