Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Saratoga Springs
Established in 1955, our law firm has built a reputation for exemplary legal representation across generations. We combine decades of experience with a commitment to personalized client service, addressing diverse legal needs through a holistic approach. Our attorneys specialize in real estate, litigation, commercial law, criminal defense, and estate planning, serving individuals and businesses in the Greater Saratoga region.Active community involvement remains central to our practice, with team members dedicating time to local organizations, zoning boards, and charitable initiatives. This deep-rooted connection to our community, paired with our broad legal expertise, enables us to deliver tailored solutions that reflect both legal precision and local insight.
Services
Real Estate
Litigation
Commercial Law
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Trusts & Probate
Zoning & Land Use
Business Formation
Personal Injury
Banking Law
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience serving the Greater Saratoga region.
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to every client relationship.
- We maintain active community involvement through local organizations and boards.
- Our full-service practice covers five core legal disciplines.
- Team members include former judges and bar association leaders.
Services
Real Estate
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial transactions, zoning variances, and land development. We represent buyers, sellers, and developers in closings, subdivisions, and planned unit developments. Attorneys regularly appear before local zoning boards to secure approvals for complex projects.
Litigation
We represent clients in civil litigation matters including contract disputes, personal injury claims, and real property conflicts. Our experience spans state and federal courts with capabilities in arbitration, mediation, and trial representation for both plaintiffs and defendants.
Commercial Law
We assist businesses with formation, corporate governance, mergers, and financing. Our services include drafting commercial agreements, advising lenders, and providing general counsel to local companies throughout their operational lifecycle.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against traffic violations, misdemeanors, and felony charges in local and state courts. Our representation includes arraignment proceedings, plea negotiations, and trial advocacy for criminal matters.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and healthcare proxies. Our services cover probate administration, wealth succession planning, and litigation to protect client legacies through comprehensive legal strategies.
People
James S. Cox
Partner
Specializing in commercial transactions and estate planning, James Cox brings 30 years of legal experience. He serves on local zoning boards and has held judicial appointments since joining the firm in 1992.
James G. Snyder
Partner
A third-generation Saratoga attorney, James Snyder focuses on civil litigation and criminal defense. He has practiced law for 35 years and maintains leadership roles in local business and cultural organizations.
Kathleen A. Corbett
Of Counsel
With 40 years of experience, Kathleen Corbett specializes in estate planning and real estate transactions. She has served on multiple community boards and joined the firm in 1984 as its first female partner.
Harry D. Snyder
Founding Partner
Retired founding partner Harry Snyder established the firm in 1955. He served on the Saratoga County Bar Association executive committee for 24 years and held multiple civic leadership roles during his 65-year legal career.
Michael J. Toohey
Retired Partner
Former partner Michael Toohey specialized in land use law. He drafted Saratoga County's Planned Unit Development legislation and served on numerous community boards before retiring in 2020.
Questions
What practice areas does your firm handle?
We provide legal services in real estate, litigation, commercial law, criminal defense, and estate planning.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free case evaluations for new clients contacting our Saratoga Springs office.
How long has your firm served the community?
Our attorneys have served the Greater Saratoga region since 1955 through legal representation and civic engagement.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Saratoga Springs, Washington County, and the Capital District with statewide capabilities.
Can you handle complex commercial transactions?
Yes, our commercial law team has facilitated hundreds of business formations and financing arrangements since the 1950s.
Do you provide estate planning services?
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and healthcare directives for individuals and families.
