We are proud to welcome David O'Neill as an Associate of the Firm!David graduated from Binghamton University in 2020 and received his J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 2023. He will focus his practice in Trusts & Estates and Elder Law.Welcome David!

On May 23rd, 2024, 3 LGT Attorneys were awarded Broome County Bar Association Awards at the Annual Law Day Dinner.We would like to congratulate Albert Kukol on winning the Stephen D. Smyk Mentoring Award, Amanda Giannone on winning the Pro Bono Service Award and Bruce Beckman on winning the Young Lawyer of the Year!

We are very proud to announce that attorney Karen McMullen has been awarded the President’s Pro Bono Service Award for the Sixth Judicial District by the New York State Bar Association! She accepted her award at the Annual Law Day Meeting last evening. This award is presented to attorneys who have made an exceptional commitment to serving the public good. More Information: Chief Judge Rowan Wilson Addresses New York State Bar Association Pro Bono Honorees on Law Day - New York [...]

By Shuyuan Tian, Esq.Are you applying for a green card in the United States? You'll need to complete Form I-693, the Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This critical form is your proof that you meet the health standards required for U.S. entry, ensuring you are not inadmissible on medical grounds.Key Points About Form I-693:Completion by a Designated Civil Surgeon: Only a doctor authorized by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) and listed on [...]

By David O’NeillA skilled and experienced Elder Law Attorney at LG&T can help you and your family navigate the complexities of a Medicaid application for a resident of a nursing home in New York State.   In order to qualify for Medicaid to assist in paying for the cost of a nursing home, an applicant must meet certain eligibility requirements for his or her “resources” and “income”.  The Medicaid rules differentiate between exempt assets and countable [...]