FinCEN Announces Final Interim Rule Exempting U.S. Companies from Beneficial Ownership Reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act
On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) issued a final interim rule consistent with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s (the “Treasury Department”) announcement on March 2, 2025, which exempts domestic U.S. companies from beneficial ownership information reports (“BOIRs”) under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”). This interim rule significantly alters the previous […]
Inclusion of Website Terms & Conditions by Reference in a Contract
Clients inquire whether it is sufficient for a short, customer friendly contract to incorporate by reference Terms & Conditions (“T&Cs”) and merely provide a link to the T&Cs online, to allow the short contract to be legally binding against the customer under New York Law? The short answer is yes, but with certain caveats. The […]
Latest Updates on Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement
Currently, all penalties or fines associated with the beneficial ownership information reporting requirements (“BOI Reporting Requirements”) under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) are not being enforced. On March 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (the “Treasury Department”) announced its suspension of not only the CTA’s previous March 21st filing deadline, but also all […]
Update on Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement
As of December 26, 2024, reporting companies are not required to submit beneficial ownership information reports (“BOIRs”) with FinCEN, nor will they face penalties for failing to do so while the injunction remains in place. However, businesses can still voluntarily file beneficial ownership reports. On December 23, 2024, a panel from the U.S. Court of […]
Twomey Latham Donates Holiday Gifts to HeadStart, Raises Funds For Local Non-Profits
Twomey Latham donated gifts for the HeadStart children this year. The gifts were donated by members of the Firm, then packaged for delivery to children at their respective schools. In addition to the gifts for the children in HeadStart, the Firm donated money this year to Angels of Long Island/Mastic, CAST NorthFork /Southold (Center for […]
Twomey Latham Helps To Raise Funds By Taking The 2024 Polar Bear Plunge
On Saturday, December 14, 2024 members of Twomey Latham, along with family and friends, participated in the Polar Bear Plunge for Heart of the Hamptons at Coopers Beach in Southampton, NY. This was the 20th consecutive year the Firm participated in this fundraiser. Over 300 people took the plunge and more than 800 people came […]
Federal Estate and Gift Tax Exemption and Annual Gift Tax Exclusion Will Rise to Highest Recorded Levels in 2025 due to Inflation
Summary: The IRS has announced that in 2025, the Lifetime Estate and Gift Tax Exemption (the “Lifetime Exemption”) will rise to $13,990,000 (from $13,610,000); the Annual Gift Exclusion will rise to $19,000 (from $18,000) and the Annual Gift Exemption for gifts to non-U.S. citizen spouses will rise to $190,000 (from $185,000). Impact: These increases will […]
Christina Russo Joins Twomey Latham as Associate Attorney
The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP (the “Firm”) has announced that Christina Russo has joined the Firm as Associate Attorney. Ms. Russo concentrates her practice in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trust and Estate Administration. Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Russo practiced in Suffolk County exclusively in the areas […]
Zachary Mike Joins Twomey Latham as Associate Attorney
The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP (the “Firm”) announced that Zachary Mike joined the Firm as Associate Attorney. He concentrates his practice in Business and Corporate Law. “I am very excited to join this prestigious Firm and its growing Corporate Group,” Mr. Mike said. “I’m looking forward to working […]
Attorney Jacqueline Hubbard and the Twomey Latham Firm Participate in the Inlet2Inlet Beach Clean-up
LIVE YOUR COR FOUNDATION and DANA BARRETT STRONG partnered to organize an annual beach cleanup honoring Cory Hubbard and Dana Barrett, promoting environmental preservation, community involvement, and charitable support. The event encourages teamwork and positive action. Westhampton’s Inlet2Inlet Beach Clean-up proved to be a huge success as Jacqueline Hubbard and the firm team cleaned up […]
Annual Alzheimer’s Association’s #Walk2EndAlz
Associate Attorney MaryKate Brigham led the TLSKDQ Team in the annual Alzheimer’s Association’s #Walk2EndAlz on the North Fork on September 28 and the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank on October 19. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. MaryKate reported that TLSKDQ […]
Bernadette Tuthill, Twomey Partner & VP of North Fork Breast Health Coalition Helps Raise Breast Cancer Awareness in Annual 5K Walk
Bernadette E. Tuthill, Partner, is the VP of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition and Co-Chair of the annual 5K Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness to raise funds for the Coalition’s programs. This includes grants, free services and products for breast cancer survivors and thrivers on the North Fork. Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & […]
IRS issues Final Regulations for Required Minimum Distributions from Retirement Accounts
At a Glance: On July 18, 2024, the IRS issued final regulations regarding required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement accounts and proposed regulations that provide additional guidance under the SECURE 2.0 Act. Final Regulations: Beneficiaries generally must continue to take annual distributions if the plan participant died on or after the required beginning date. A […]
Jesse Frost Joins Twomey Latham as Associate Attorney
The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Jesse Frost has joined the Firm as Associate Attorney. He concentrates his practice in trusts and estates, counseling individuals and their families throughout the process of estate planning and estate administration. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Frost was an […]
Local Police Departments Warn Public About Real Estate Fraud
***PROPERTY SCAM ALERT*** Local Police Departments are warning real estate agencies, realtors, brokers, attorneys, and property owners about a significant increase in reports of attempted real estate fraud. The typical scenario is that someone claiming to be the legal owner of a piece of property reaches out to a real estate agent/broker to sell the property, […]
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo Announces Community Service Scholarship
The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo announced the recipient of its annual Community Service Scholarship. On June 3, 2024 at the Riverhead High School Senior Awards ceremony, the 2024 Community Service Scholarship recipient was announced. This year’s recipient is Hiranya Gunasingha. Ms. Gunasingha is an active member of Riverhead CAP […]
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo Announces Community Service Scholarships
The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo announced the recipients of its annual Community Service Scholarships. On June 6, 2024 at the Southampton High School Senior Awards Night, the 2024 Scholarship recipients were announced. This year’s recipients are Anthony Glanz and Riley Mitchell, both of Southampton. This is the twenty-third consecutive […]
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo Announces Community Service Scholarships
The law firm of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo announced the recipients of its annual Community Service Scholarships. On Thursday night the 2024 Scholarship recipients were announced at East Hampton High School’s award ceremony. This year’s recipients are Dylan Cashin of Amagansett and Luke Castillo of East Hampton. Ms. Cashin served as the […]
Senior Partner David M. Dubin and Partner Kathryn Dalli Successfully Represented the Seller of a Commercial Shopping Center
Senior Partner David M. Dubin and Partner Kathryn Dalli successfully represented the seller of a commercial shopping center in Farmingville where the purchaser filed an action in Supreme Court, Suffolk County alleging fraud, aiding and abetting fraud, and piercing the corporate veil arising from the $10,500,000 sale. All claims asserted by the purchaser were dismissed […]
Craig H. Handler was a panelist for the ABA Forum on Construction Law and Networking Reception
Craig H. Handler, one of the partners at our firm, was a panelist for the ABA Forum on Construction Law and Networking Reception. The forum took place on Monday April 8th at Hofstra University’s Maurice A. Deane School of Law. Mr. Handler graduated from Hofstra University’s Maurice A. Deane School of Law, obtaining his J.D […]
Marina M. Martielli Joins Twomey Latham as Special Counsel
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Marina M. Martielli has joined the Firm as Special Counsel. She concentrates her practice in civil litigation, land use and zoning, divorce and family law, real estate and estate litigation. Ms. Martielli has experience in a wide variety of general civil litigation, transactions and […]
May Theobalt Joins Twomey Latham As an Associate
Previously Served as Summer Associate in the Firm’s Trusts & Estates Department While Attending Law School Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that May Theobalt has joined the Firm as an Associate. Ms. Theobalt concentrates her practice in estate planning, probate and trust administration. Ms. Theobalt previously worked at Twomey Latham […]
Twomey Latham Elevates Martha F. Reichert to Partner
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Martha F. Reichert has been elevated to the role of Partner with Firm. She joined the Firm in 2020 as an Associate. In addition to being Partner, Ms. Reichert is Co-Chair of the Firm’s Land Use and Zoning Group. She has extensive experience in […]
Associate Jacqueline Morley Receives Commendation From the Air National Guard
In December, Associate Jacqueline Morley received a commendation from the Air National Guard for providing legal support and services to approximately 150 deploying members of the 106 Rescue Wing while also providing servicemembers with criminal defense services for adverse actions and protecting their right to due process.
Eastern Long Island Real Estate Attorney Explains New Change to East Hampton Town Code Regarding Certificates of Occupancy
Changes to the Town of East Hampton’s town code regarding certificates of occupancy (CO) went into effect on January 1, 2024. The amended town code requires that an updated CO be obtained before the property is transferred to the seller. While that may seem easy enough, there are still questions as to who is responsible […]
Top 10 Recurring Land Use Issues in Hamptons Real Estate
Through my practice in real estate and land use on the East End of Long Island over the last 42 years, primarily in the Towns of East Hampton and Southampton and their respective incorporated Villages (commonly known as “the Hamptons”) I have come to realize that there are recurring land use issues in the context […]
Senior Partner David M. Dubin Represents Client in Sale of 152 Acres of Farmland – Seven Parcels – to the Peconic Land Trust
On January 9, 2024, Senior Partner David M. Dubin represented a client that sold to the Peconic Land Trust 152 acres of farmland – 7 separate parcels – within the Oregon Road farm belt in Cutchogue. These properties were protected by Development Rights Easements that had been granted to the Town of Southold. The Peconic […]
Annual Alzheimer’s Association’s #Walk2EndAlz
MaryKate Brigham, led the TLSKDQ Team in this year’s annual Alzheimer’s Association’s #Walk2EndAlz at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank on October 7. This event is held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. MaryKate […]
Senior Counsel Steve Latham and Associate Jacqueline Morley at the prestigious Noyac Golf Club for this year’s annual golf outing to benefit The Retreat.
Senior Counsel Steve Latham and Associate Jacqueline Morley are pictured here on the 18th tee of the prestigious Noyac Golf Club at this year’s annual golf outing to benefit The Retreat. The sold-out event was held on October 24th and featured 80 golfers, a buffet prepared by Celebrity Chef Michael Symon and an auction of fine wines and outings at some […]
NYS Flood Disclosure Form for Renters – Residential Leases
As of June 21, 2023, every residential lease must provide notice of the following information related to the previous flood history and current flood risk of the leased premises as follows: Whether any or all of the premises is located wholly or partially within a FEMA designated floodplain according to FEMA’s current flood insurance rate […]
North Fork Breast Health Coalition holding its annual gala
Partner Bernadette E. Tuthill is Vice President of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition, an organization providing free services to breast cancer patients, survivors, and thrivers who reside on the North Fork. The Coalition is holding its annual gala, to raise much needed funds to continue its mission and supporting patients, survivors, and thrivers. Individuals […]
Allison Singh will be hosting “Make Your Mark – A Lawyer’s Guide to Brand Protection”
Allison Singh, along with the East End Food Institute, will be hosting “Make Your Mark – A Lawyer’s Guide to Brand Protection” an interactive presentation at theRiverhead Free Library this Thursday, March 30 at 6pm. You’ve worked hard to create your brand, and it’s critical to your business. How do you protect it in the most cost-efficient […]
Jessica Dubowski Joins Twomey Latham as Its New Associate
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Jessica Dubowski has joined the Firm as its new Associate. She has extensive experience in real estate, litigation, business, corporate, labor and employment law. Prior to joining the Firm, Jessica was an Associate with Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP, where she represented clients […]
Peconic Bay Region Tax Change
The Peconic Bay Region Community Housing Act was signed into law by Governor Hochul in the Fall of 2021. The legislation allowed for the five East End towns of the Peconic Bay Region, i.e., East Hampton, Shelter Island, Southampton, Riverhead and Southold, to create a dedicated fund to assist with Affordable Housing. Among other things, […]
Senior Partner Christopher D. Kelley Forms Organization to Help Financially Disadvantaged East Hampton High School Students Prepare for College
Christopher D. Kelley, Senior Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP, has formed a nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance for local high school students preparing to go to college. Mr. Kelley launched the East Hampton Level Playing Field Foundation (EHLPFF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping rising juniors and seniors at […]
As Sea Levels Rise and Hurricanes Intensify, New York State Streamlines The Process For Bulkhead Approvals Throughout Long Island
At a time when coastal areas are besieged by rising sea levels and more frequent, high intensity storms and hurricanes, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has taken steps to streamline the process for obtaining permits for certain coastal infrastructure and bulkheads. DEC has finalized General Permit guidelines for bulkhead replacement and repair […]
East End Towns Can Now Create a Community Housing Fund
On October 25, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law a bill written by New York State Assemblyman Fred Thiele that will allow the towns of Riverhead, Southold, Southampton, East Hampton and Shelter Island to put the Peconic Bay Region Community Housing Act upon voter approval. The Act allows the five towns on the East End […]
Christopher D. Kelley’s Organization Helps Provide Scholarships to East Hampton HS Students in Need
The East Hampton Level Playing Field Foundation (EHLPFF), which was formed by Senior Partner Christopher D. Kelley, recently presented a group of East Hampton High School students with scholarships that will assist them with their educational futures. This was reported by 27east. To read the article, click here. Mr. Kelley launched the EHLPFF, a 501(c)(3) […]
Bernadette E. Tuthill, Vice President & Co-Chair of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition’s 24th Anniversary 5K Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
Partner Bernadette E. Tuthill is Vice President of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition (NFBHC) and Co-Chair of the organization’s 24th Anniversary 5K Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness to raise money to support the services provided by the NFBHC to residents of the North Fork diagnosed with Breast Cancer. The North Fork Breast Health Coalition is working to encourage and assist in […]
John Shea was recently recognized by the East Hampton Healthcare Foundation
John Shea was recently recognized by the East Hampton Healthcare Foundation for his many years of work with the organization. Mr. Shea helped establish EHHF as a 501(c)3 charitable organization and then represented the Foundation on the purchase of the site for its facility, Site Plan approval, construction and of the medical arts building, and […]
Dan’s Papers Names Firm Partner Bryan Drago to the PowerList of the East End
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Bryan Drago, a Partner with the Firm, has been named to Dan’s Papers PowerList of the East End. Mr. Drago was honored at a special ceremony that took place at Giorgio’s Baiting Hollow on July 20. Mr. Drago concentrates his practice on estate planning, […]
Kathryn Dalli Provides Legal Representation for the Film One Moment
Firm Partner Kathryn Dalli played a role in the film One Moment, starring the late Danny Aiello. Ms. Dalli provided legal representation in negotiating Mr. Aiello’s contract, the producers’ and film distribution contract, and provided general guidance through the production process. One Moment tells the story of middle-aged siblings who struggle to manage their lives […]
Kevin Handwerker and Allison Singh Join Corporate Group of Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP as Of Counsel
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP (“Twomey Latham” or the “Firm”) has announced that Kevin Handwerker and Allison Singh have joined the Firm as Of Counsel. The addition of Kevin and Allison to the Firm’s Corporate Group adds two senior attorneys with decades of sophisticated corporate experience, both in-house and at AM Law […]
Eastern Long Island-Based Trademark and Copyright Attorney Explains How Business Owners Can Protect Their Company Name or Brand
Kathryn Dalli, Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP, is available to speak on how business owners can protect their name or brand by obtaining a federal trademark registration. Ms. Dalli says that registering a trademark for the name of a business or its brand with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) […]
Firm Successfully Defends Seller of Shopping Center Accused of Fraud
Senior Partner David M. Dubin and Partner Kathryn Dalli successfully represented the seller of a commercial shopping center in Farmingville where the purchaser filed an action in Supreme Court, Suffolk County alleging fraud, aiding and abetting fraud and piercing the corporate veil arising from the $10,500,000 sale. All claims asserted by the purchaser were dismissed […]
David M. Dubin Helps Client in Land Sale That Results in Property Becoming Open Space
In December 2021, Senior Partner David M. Dubin represented a client who sold 10 parcels totaling 36 acres to the Town of Southampton through the Town’s Community Preservation Program in the Cow Neck section of Southampton, which will result in these parcels remaining open space in perpetuity.
Firm’s Senior Partner Represents Landowner in Sale of Development Rights
In November 2021, Senior Partner David M. Dubin represented a client who sold the development rights of six parcels totaling 106 acres in Cutchogue to the Town of Southold through Southold’s Community Preservation Program, which will ensure that these parcels will never be developed and continue to be farmed.
Attorney, Jacqueline Morley, Air Force Veteran and Former Assistant Staff Judge Advocate Joins Twomey Latham as Associate
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Jacqueline Morley has joined the firm as an Associate. She will concentrate her practice in real estate, zoning and land use, and environmental law. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Morley served as an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate (ASJA) with the United States Air […]
Twomey Latham Partner Served as a Judge for Hofstra Law School’s E. David Woycik, Jr. Intensive Trial Techniques Program
Craig H. Handler served on the faculty as a judge for the E. David Woycik, Jr. Intensive Trial Techniques Course at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. The course offers students a unique opportunity to develop core litigation skills through a short-term, highly focused, hands-on course. This intensive “immersion” program uses […]
When Is A Stranger Not A Stranger?
In a landmark decision from the Appellate Division Second Department, Partner, Christopher Kelley achieved a winning result for our client establishing in a case of first impression who really is a “stranger” when considering the “Stranger To The Deed rule.” The “stranger to the deed rule” holds that when a grantor executes a deed that […]
Bernadette Tuthill, Co-Chair of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition’s 23rd Annual Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
Bernadette Tuthill, Partner, is the VP of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition and a Co-Chair of the annual 5K Walk For Breast Cancer Awareness to raise funds for the Coalition’s programs, including grants, and free services and products for breast cancer survivors and thrivers on the North Fork. This year’s walk, which took place […]
Bernadette E. Tuthill, Vice President & Co-Chair of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition’s 23rd Anniversary 5K Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
Partner Bernadette E. Tuthill is Vice President of the North Fork Breast Health Coalition (NFBHC) and Co-Chair of the organization’s 23rd Anniversary 5K Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness to raise money to support the services provided by the NFBHC to residents of the North Fork diagnosed with Breast Cancer. The North Fork Breast Health Coalition […]
New York State Department of Labor Regulations
New York Businesses should download and follow these guidelines released by the New York State Department of Labor in order to be compliant with the recently enacted HERO Act. The guidelines are comprehensive and instructive but be sure to remain compliant with CDC and Federal guidelines. NY Hero Act: The Airborne Infectious Disease Exposure Prevention […]
U.S. News & World Report on the “10 Steps to Writing a Will”
Most people should have a will, but it’s rarely the most significant estate planning document an individual holds. Many of a typical household’s assets, such as retirement accounts, can be transferred outside of a will by naming beneficiaries, and documents such as the financial and medical powers of attorney can be more powerful in determining […]
Senior Partner John Shea Designated “2021 Top Rated Real Estate Lawyer” by Martindale-Hubbell
John Shea is a Senior Partner with the firm practicing in the areas of commercial litigation, corporate counseling, real estate transactions and development, environmental law, construction contracts and litigation, and estate planning for high net worth individuals. He has Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating for attorneys (AV Preeminent), and has been recognized by Martindale as one of […]
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP Welcomes MaryKate Brigham as Its New Associate
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that MaryKate Brigham has joined the firm as an Associate. She concentrates her practice in estate planning, trust and estate administration, elder law and real estate law. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Brigham practiced at a law firm in Cutchogue. While attending law school […]
Suffolk County Property Fraud Home Owner Watchlist
With property fraud is on the rise, Suffolk County is now offering a free service offered to Suffolk homeowners that can alert you to newly recorded filings against your property. While it doesn’t prevent the filing of a fraudulent document, it does provide a timely alert so that you can take action. CLICK HERE to […]
Bryan Drago Elevated to Partner
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Bryan Drago has been elevated to Partner. Mr. Drago’s legal practice focuses on estate planning, taxation, charitable giving and tax-exempt organizations, business succession planning, as well as elder law and long-term care planning. His taxation practice has also included handling multiple disclosures of unreported […]
Court Declares Invalid East Hampton Village Law Outlawing Outdoor Tented Events At Inns
In a sweeping 12 page decision the Suffolk County Supreme Court has invalidated a controversial Village Law that was challenged by the Hedges Inn. The law, enacted in 2018 prohibited local inns, such as the Hedges Inn, which are pre-existing non-conforming uses in residential zones, from holding outdoor tented events. That year, in a […]
Village of Sag Harbor Has Enacted A 6 Month Moratorium on All Site Plans, Special Exception Use Permits, and Subdivision For Properties On and Near The Waterfront Area
PUBLIC NOTICE LL # 7 of 2020 Waterfront Moratorium[2] PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sagaponack on the 16th day of November, 2020 adopted the following Local Law: LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF 2020 A LOCAL LAW ENACTING VILLAGE CODE § 30-15(F) BE IT ENACTED BY THE BOARD […]
Jeffrey Pagano Speaks on NYS Sick Leave Law on BronxNet’s “OPEN”
Partner Jeffery Pagano appeared on the BronxNet TV show “OPEN” on November 4 to discuss the New York State Sick Leave Law, which went into effect on September 30, 2020. Mr. Pagano explained how much sick time companies should offer their employees, and if it should be paid or unpaid. He also explained the reasons […]
Twomey Latham Welcomes Associate Martha F. Reichert
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Martha Reichert has joined the Firm as an Associate. Ms. Reichert concentrates her practice in real estate and land use. She has extensive experience appearing before municipal and regulatory boards throughout eastern Long Island. Prior to joining the Firm, she had her own practice, […]
New York Paid Sick Leave Law
Effective September 30, 2020, all New York State employers will have to comply with the requirements of the New York Sick Leave law introduced as part of the New York 2021 Budget. New York employers will be required to provide at least one hour of paid or unpaid sick leave for every 30 hours worked […]
Bernadette E. Tuthill Receives LIBN’s Leadership Excellence Award
Bernadette E. Tuthill, a partner with the Firm, received the Leadership Excellence Award from Long Island Business News during its Corporate Citizenship Awards, which took place in a virtual ceremony on September 15. The award is presented to someone who makes outstanding contributions in both their company and in their community. Ms. Tuthill works in […]
“27Speaks” Weekly Podcast Presented by Twomey Latham
Listen to the latest edition of The Express News Group’s podcast, 27Speaks. In this week’s edition of 27Speaks, the editors reflect on the past six months dealing with the coronavirus epidemic on the East End, and look forward to changes that may take place on the South Fork due to the pandemic.
Twomey Latham Proudly Partners with The Express New Group: “27Speaks” Weekly Podcast
The Firm is proud to support The Express News Group’s “27Speaks” podcast. Each week, editors Kathryn Menu, Annette Hinkle, Joseph P. Shaw, Brendan O’Reilly, and Bill Sutton, discuss the week’s news on the South Fork of Long Island. Last week, the editors spoke about a variety of recent stories and topics, including the change of […]
Twomey Latham Awards Riverhead High School Senior With Community Service Scholarship
On June 17, the 2020 Twomey Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP Community Service Scholarship recipient was announced during Riverhead High School’s virtual Awards Ceremony. This year’s winner was Elizabeth Buckley. Elizabeth had overcome a great personal loss while still excelling in school, and spent her spare time during her academic career volunteering. She […]
Twomey Latham Community Service Scholarship Awarded to East Hampton High School Seniors
On Thursday, May 28 the 2020 Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin and Quartararo LLP Community Service Scholarship recipients were announced during East Hampton High School’s virtual Awards Ceremony. The year’s winners are Alfredo Chavez Jr. and Samantha Totten.
Peter M. Mott Explains Whether Couples Should Get a Prenup
Peter M. Mott, a partner with the firm, was interviewed by U.S. News & World Report for a story on whether couples who are thinking of getting married should sign a prenuptial agreement. Mr. Mott said a prenuptial agreement helps protect the spouses’ assets, especially if one spouse has more assets than the other, or […]
Kathryn Dalli Asked by Best Company Whether People Should Borrow Money to Pay Taxes
Kathryn Dalli, a partner with the Firm, was interviewed by Best Company for an article on whether people should take out a loan to pay off their taxes. Ms. Dalli said, if someone owes less than $50,000, they may work out an agreement with the IRS to come up with an installment payment plan. That, […]
Christopher Kelley, Esq. Comments on Coronavirus’ Effect on the Real Estate Market
Christopher Kelley, Senior Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP, says the coronavirus pandemic has had a tremendous impact on all aspects of the real estate market — from sales to closings to mortgage payments. One way the real estate industry has changed, Mr. Kelley says, is how showings and open houses are […]
Drones & the Construction Industry
Joan Morgan McGivern Joins the Firm as Of Counsel
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Joan Morgan McGivern has joined the firm as Of Counsel. Ms. McGivern concentrates her practice in real estate, zoning and land use, business and corporate law and civil litigation. Ms. McGivern has been in private practice since 2014, with offices in New York City […]
Kathryn Dalli Named as LIBN’s “Who’s Who in Intellectual Property & Labor Law
Kathryn Dalli, a partner with the firm, was featured in Long Island Business News’ special issue, “Who’s Who in Intellectual Property & Labor Law.” Ms. Dalli said that there will be a significant focus on trademarks for the cannabis industry going into 2020. “Because cannabis is not legal federally, companies selling cannabis products cannot obtain […]
Firm Acquires Birtwhistle & Gibson, P.C.
On January 1, 2020, the firm completed its acquisition of Birtwhistle & Gibson, P.C., a 40-year-old law firm based in Bridgehampton. The acquisition allows Birtwhistle & Gibson’s clients to continue to be served by Twomey Latham in many diverse practice areas, including elder care, estate planning, trusts and estates, litigation, commercial law, employment law, and […]
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP Names Three Associate Attorneys as Partners
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that three of the firm’s Associates — Craig H. Handler, Karen A. Hoeg and Bernadette E. Tuthill — have been elevated to Partner. Craig H. Handler concentrates his practice in construction, business and corporate law, civil litigation, insurance, technology and real estate. He has also […]
New York 2020 Employment Updates
A series of new laws in New York are set to impact employers and workers across the state in 2020. New York Labor Law §203-e On November 8, 2019 Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation that protects employees against discrimination on the basis of their reproductive health decision-making. Health decisions are defined as including, but not […]
The Press Sessions – Open and Accessory Apartments: Striving to Address the Affordable Housing Crisis
Twomey Latham has partnered with The Press News Group / 27east as Presenting Sponsor of The Press Sessions, a new series of issue-based discussions, in Southampton, New York and East Hampton, New York. The event on Thursday, October 24th at Rowdy Hall in East Hampton was focused on Open Land and Accessory Apartments: Striving to Address the Affordable Housing Crisis. East Hampton […]
Planned Giving Panel Discussion At LongHouse Reserve
On Saturday, October 19th, John Shea, Senior Partner, and Bernadette Tuthill, an Associate with the Firm’s Trust and Estate Department, were joined by accountant Ron Farnworth, President of Kandell Farnworth & Pubins CPAs, for a panel presentation to members and donors of LongHouse Reserve in East Hampton. The presentation covered strategies for charitable giving as […]
Senior Partner Steve Latham Hosts The Retreat’s Annual LPGA Pro-Am to Eradicate Domestic Violence
“The Retreat’s LPGA Pro-Am held each fall is the only tournament on Long Island that includes LPGA Pros, NFL Players, and amateurs on one field,” explains Golf Chair & Retreat Board Member Steve Latham. “The generosity of these sports figures and willingness to take a stand against violence is admirable. Over the past few years […]
Supreme Court, Suffolk County Unveils New ADR Part For Civil Cases
The Supreme Court, State of New York has adopted new Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”) Rules for civil cases, forming a new ADR Part with the express goals of fostering negotiation to help settle disputes, narrowing the issues to be adjudicated, and/or assisting the parties to understand each other’s positions and interests. The new ADR Part […]
Twomey Latham Partners with The Press News Group as Presenting Sponsor of The Press Sessions
The firm has partnered with The Press News Group as Presenting Sponsor of The Press Sessions, a new series of issue-based discussions, in Southampton and East Hampton towns. These live, in-person events will allow attendees – including government officials, community and business leaders and regular engaged citizens – to come together to discuss the biggest […]
The New Tax Math for People Living in High-Tax States
Daniel Bernard was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article in regard to people leaving states with high state and local taxes for states with low to no state and local tax states. Daniel was quoted as saying, “‘New York is very aggressive with residency audits. They can collect about $200 million a year this […]
Associate Bernadette Tuthill Joins North Fork Breast Health Coalition Board of Directors
The North Fork Breast Health Coalition welcomes Bernadette to the non-profit, all-volunteer organization’s board, which now totals eleven dedicated women and men. As a committee member for the 2019 Pink Pearl Gala, Bernadette has already had the opportunity to work with members of the NFBHC board. Bernadette is a graduate of Riverhead High School, received her […]
Southampton High School Students Awarded Twomey Latham Community Service Scholarship
Associates Katerina Grinko and Alexandra Halsey-Storch presented Twomey Latham’s Community Service Scholarship at Southampton High School’s Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 13. This year’s scholarship recipients are Megan Robinson, Charlotte Ferguson and Luca Vignoli. Megan, Charlotte and Luca were each awarded $500 for their outstanding service to the Southampton community.
Twomey Latham Sponsors “Our Coastlines Under Siege” Presentation by John T. Tanacredi, Ph.D., Executive Director, Center for Environmental Research and Coastal Monitoring
On May 24, John T. Tanacredi, Ph.D., Executive Director, Center for Environmental Research and Coastal Monitoring (CERCOM), presented “Our Coastlines Under Siege” at the LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action) meeting. Dr. Tanacredi discussed the health of the Long Island coastal ecosystem and the effects that it has on the overall health of Long […]
Twomey Latham Community Service Scholarship Awarded to Riverhead High School Senior Yash M. Patel
Yash is a member of the National Honor Society, National Foreign Language Honor Society, and was a representative of Riverhead High School at the New York State School Board Association Convention, among many other extracurricular activities.
Craig Handler Appointed to Faculty of Half Hollow Hills School District Continuing Education Program
Craig is the first attorney to join the faculty of the Half Hollow Hills Central School District Continuing Education Program offering general education to district residents in civil and commercial legal issues. Beginning this Fall session, Craig’s first course will focus on the basics of home renovation contracts for owners. The Half Hollow Hills School […]
We’ve moved to a new location in Southampton!
Twomey Latham has found a new home in Southampton. After 20 years on Hill Street, we’re excited to announce we’ve moved into a convenient, new office. 200 North Sea Road Suite A Southampton, NY 11968
Lisa Clare Kombrink Appointed Community Preservation Fund Manager For The Town Of Southampton
Twomey Latham congratulates our colleague, Lisa Clare Kombrink, on her appointment as Community Preservation Fund Manager for the Town of Southampton. For the past 25 years on the East End of Long Island, Lisa has worked with families, conservation groups, and public officials to preserve and maintain the unique, rural character of the community. Lisa will […]
SUFFOLK CLOSEUP – Lisa Clare Kombrink Featured In The Southampton Press
Partner Lisa Clare Kombrink, Esq. is featured in Karl Grossman’s Suffolk Closeup, “Farmers Win Key Battle”in The Southampton Press. Grossman highlights the work done by Kombrink and the law firm on behalf of the Suffolk County Legislature and the Suffolk County Farmland Committee. The decision on appeal upholds the rights of farmers to build barns and […]
Partners Co-Sponsor LIMBA Breakfast Forum With Chairman of the Long Island Regional Planning Council
On January 25, Long Island Metro Business Action (LIMBA) hosted a breakfast forum with John Cameron, Chairman of the Long Island Regional Planning Council, which was co-sponsored by Twomey Latham. Partners Patrick Fife, Reza Ebrahimi, and Janice Snead attended the event. The future of Long Island’s infrastructure and sustainability were discussed. “Long Island has many challenges, […]
Senior Partner John Shea Honored By LIBN For Leadership In Law
Senior Partner John Shea was recently honored by Long Island Business News (LIBN) for Leadership In Law.
Twomey Latham Sponsors Breakfast Forum with Suffolk County District Attorney
On Friday, October 26th LIMBA hosted a breakfast forum with Suffolk County District Attorney, Tim Sini, which was co-sponsored by Twomey Latham. Partners Patrick Fife, Reza Ebrahimi and Bryan Van Cott attended the event. As District Attorney, Sini has added new units to the office: the Gang Unit, which investigates and prosecutes gangs, including MS-13; […]
Twomey Latham Awarded Top Workplace on Long Island
Twomey Latham, the largest law firm in Eastern Suffolk County, has been named a Top Workplace this year by Newsday. Newsday’s Top Workplace recognizes workplaces on Long Island where employees feel their work is appreciated; where they identify with the company’s goals and vision; and where they have confidence in their leadership. Since the firm was […]
Twomey Latham Attorneys Serve as Contributing Editors of the 7th edition of “The Developing Labor Law: The Board, the Courts, and the National Labor Relations Act”
Partner Jeffrey Pagano and Counsel Jennifer Nigro served as contributing editors of the 7th edition of The Developing Labor Law: The Board, the Courts, and the National Labor Relations Act. For more than 45 years, practitioners have relied on The Developing Labor Law: The Board, the Courts, and the National Labor Relations Act to keep them current on […]
Twomey Latham Sponsors Breakfast Forum With Sheriff Errol Toulon
On Friday, September 7th, LIMBA hosted a breakfast forum with Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon, which was co-sponsored by Twomey Latham. Partners Reza Ebrahimi, Bryan Van Cott and Patrick Fife, and Senior Associate Craig Handler attended the event. Sheriff Toulon discussed his background in law enforcement, handling the prison population and Governor Cuomo’s “Raise the Age” program. One […]
Twomey Latham Sponsors Breakfast Forum with Suffolk County Police Commissioner
On Friday, August 10th LIMBA hosted a breakfast forum with the first female police commissioner in Suffolk County’s history, Geraldine Hart, which was co-sponsored by Twomey Latham. Partners Bryan Van Cott and Patrick Fife attended the event. Commissioner Hart, a 21-year-veteran of the FBI, cited recently released crime statistics that reflected an overall drop in […]
Senior Partner David M. Dubin Rated AV Preeminent, The Highest Possible Rating In Legal Ability & Ethical Standards
Senior Partner David M. Dubin receives AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell in 2018. The AV Preeminent Rating is the pinnacle of professional excellence earned through a strenuous Peer Review Rating process that is managed and monitored by the world’s most trusted legal resource, Martindale Hubbell. This is the highest possible rating in legal ability and […]
LIBN Awards Twomey Latham and Senior Partner Christopher D. Kelley at Corporate Citizenship Awards
Corporate Citizenship: The Business of Giving “The Corporate Citizenship Awards celebrate companies, foundations and individuals who recognize that building a better Long Island to live, work and play starts with community service. By embracing the idea that being a good corporate citizen can help an entire region prosper, this year’s honorees have set the bar […]
