Season 2, Episode 3 of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law is out now! In this episode, host David Pfalzgraf sits down with Brian Higgins, former U.S. Congressman and the current CEO of Shea’s Performing Arts Center. Born and raised in South Buffalo, Brian shares how his early roots shaped a career focused on revitalizing… Read More

Rupp Pfalzgraf is honored to be recognized as a top-performing law firm in SurePoint’s inaugural Law Firm Index Mid-Sized 200, an innovative real-time ranking system developed by Leopard Solutions, SurePoint® Technologies’ premier provider of legal business intelligence and analytics. The Leopard Law Firm Index is one of the most objective assessments of law firm performance… Read More

Often, when people think about estate planning in New York, they think about planning for their death. However, good estate planning should include a long-term care plan to account for healthcare and other situations. Set goals to cover the what-ifs Conversations about long-term care are always challenging to have. But they are essential if you’re… Read More

Season 2, Episode 2 of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law is out now! In this episode, host and managing partner David Pfalzgraf sits down with Mike Latvis of Harmonic Resolution Systems (HRS), a Buffalo-based company that has grown into a global brand. HRS designs and manufactures a range of high-performing products that enhance the… Read More

Partner Dan Sarzynski, leader of our Banking & Creditors’ Rights group, will be speaking at the 21st Annual WNY Bankruptcy Conference, hosted by the Monroe County Bar Association’s Bankruptcy Committee and the Bar Association of Erie County’s Commercial Litigation & Bankruptcy Law Committee. The conference will be held on June 17 at the Genesee Country… Read More

In a unanimous ruling on April 25, 2025, New York’s Appellate Division, Fourth Department, overturned a SUNY Buffalo State University disciplinary finding against our client. The Fourth Department found no substantial evidence existed to support the allegations of non-consensual sexual contact, and it therefore annulled the decision. It also ordered the school to completely expunge our… Read More

Partner Dan Sarzynski, leader of our Construction Law group, recently authored an article, Protecting Your Bottom Line: Navigating Tariff-Related Price Escalations in Construction Contracts, for the Construction Exchange of Buffalo & WNY. In the article, he addresses the growing risk of price escalations in the construction industry tied to current trade policies. Dan explores how… Read More

As we celebrate 25 years of Rupp Pfalzgraf, Founding and Managing Partner David Pfalzgraf reflects on the journey that has shaped our firm into what it is today. From overcoming early challenges to building a team rooted in strong values, David shares insights into the people, principles, and mindset that have been key to the… Read More

Over the past 25 years, our firm has grown, adapted, and evolved, shaped by the insight and experience of the attorneys who have built their careers here. Along the way, they’ve learned what it takes to be a great attorney, build lasting relationships, work together as a team, and stay true to our values. Here… Read More

Today, Rupp Pfalzgraf celebrates its 25th Anniversary of launching a one-of-a-kind law firm.  Since opening our doors on April 24, 2000, we’ve built something truly special, and we couldn’t be more proud or grateful for how far we’ve come. What began with three attorneys and a big vision has grown into a full-service law firm with seven offices across… Read More

We are excited to share that Buffalo Business First recently featured our firm in an article that highlights our growth over the past 25 years and our continued commitment to innovation, including the launch of our new Artificial Intelligence practice group. Founding partners Tony Rupp and David Pfalzgraf started the firm in 2000 with a… Read More

Empire State Entrepreneurs episode 13 is out now! In this episode, Dave sits down with Tony Rupp, founding partner at Rupp Pfalzgraf, and Buffalo-based tech entrepreneur Steve Poland, creator of transformative legal technologies including Go To Verdict, Oxford Knox, and Lead Gen. Tony and Steve share how their early passion for technology and programming sparked… Read More

Partner Marc Romanowski was recently featured in Buffalo Business First, representing a local developer in a dispute with the Village of Williamsville. The case involves 20 South Long Street Associates, an affiliate of local developer CRS Properties. Their construction of an upscale apartment building stalled in 2019 due to financing issues. These challenges were later… Read More

Nick Vona is a partner in our Property Insurance Litigation and Antitrust groups. He has been practicing law for eight years. Why did Nick choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? When Nick was in law school, he was put in contact with our firm’s leadership group. He found that they agreed upon both the business… Read More

Empire State Entrepreneurs episode 12 is out now! In this episode, host Dave Pfalzgraf sits down with Max Montante and Nick Ennis, founders of Mind Over Foundation, an up-and-coming non-profit dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health and promoting fitness as a tool for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Max and Nick, both… Read More

When planning for retirement in New York, you’ll need to identify income resources, calculate expenses, initiate a savings program and manage your assets. Estate planning can also be done when you complete retirement planning. Going this route ensures you have an updated estate plan that meets your needs. Make an inventory of your assets When… Read More

We are thrilled to announce that Rupp Pfalzgraf has been named the first place winner in the Large Company category of Best Places to Work 2025 by Buffalo Business First! This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace where our team can thrive. At Rupp Pfalzgraf, we know success starts with our workplace… Read More

At Rupp Pfalzgraf, innovation is in our DNA. As early adopters of Lexis+ AI, we’ve harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to streamline legal research, increase efficiency, and enhance the quality of our work. This case study, by LexisNexis, explores how AI is transforming the legal profession and how our firm is staying ahead of… Read More

Bob Barnashuk is an attorney in our Insurance Defense group. Watch Bob’s attorney spotlight to get to know more about him! Why did Bob choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? Bob chose Rupp Pfalzgraf for its welcoming, family-like atmosphere and positive work environment, where goals for the future are clearly defined. He also appreciates the… Read More

Episode 11 of Empire State Entrepreneurs is out now! This episode, Dr. Leonard Kaplan sits down with host and managing partner David Pfalzgraf to share his fascinating journey to founding OWM Integrative Wellness, a unique practice that incorporates integrative, regenerative, and functional medicine to provide comprehensive care for patients. Dr. Kaplan walks us through the… Read More

It’s wise for adults in New York to plan ahead. When it comes to your health, an advance healthcare directive lets you prepare for unforeseen circumstances. With an advance health care directive, you control how medical professionals treat you when you can’t make decisions. Eliminating unnecessary pain and procedures An advanced health care directive lets… Read More

Brandon Snyder is an attorney in our Property Insurance Litigation and Business Litigation groups. He has been practicing law for four years. Why did Brandon choose to work at Rupp Pfalzgraf? Brandon had somewhat of an unconventional start, first joining our team as support staff when he was completing his undergraduate degree, then becoming a… Read More

The path to practice growth often involves bringing associate DVMs into ownership roles. This transition can strengthen your practice while creating opportunities for both current owners and ambitious associates. Why Consider Associate Ownership? Associate ownership serves multiple strategic purposes. It creates powerful incentives for increased production and revenue growth while helping retain your most valuable… Read More

We’re excited to share that Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC has been ranked as the fifth largest law firm in Western New York by Buffalo Business First in their 2025 Largest Law Firms in WNY list! This recognition is especially meaningful as it coincides with our firm’s 25th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in our journey. Twenty-five… Read More