Evans Fox LLP - Rochester, NY

Comprehensive Business, Real Estate, and Litigation Counsel in Rochester, New York

For over two decades, Evans Fox LLP has delivered high-caliber legal counsel marked by personal accessibility. Established in 1999 at Meridian Centre in Rochester, the firm brings together sixteen attorneys serving entrepreneurs, corporations, financial institutions, and families. Under the motto of counsel for what matters most, Evans Fox LLP combines large-firm capabilities with boutique-level responsiveness to achieve optimal results cost-effectively.

Business Formation, Commercial Real Estate, and Intellectual Property

Navigating modern commercial transactions requires sharp acumen and thorough risk mitigation. The business and transactional attorneys at Evans Fox LLP guide enterprises through every phase of the commercial lifecycle. If you need to hire an attorney to establish or expand your enterprise, the firm delivers trusted counsel across essential practice areas:

• Business formation and governance: Advising on entity selection for LLCs, corporations, and partnerships, as well as drafting bylaws, shareholder agreements, and operating contracts.
• Mergers and acquisitions: Structuring asset purchases, equity buyouts, joint ventures, and business succession plans for growing companies.
• Commercial and residential real estate: Facilitating property acquisitions, commercial leasing, land use development, title insurance, and residential real estate closings.
• Intellectual property and licensing: Protecting corporate assets through federal trademark registration, copyright filings, and state regulatory licensing for craft beverage and cannabis businesses.

Assertive Civil Litigation and Commercial Dispute Resolution

When conflicts escalate, Evans Fox LLP provides tenacious representation in New York state and federal courts. The litigation group resolves breach of contract claims, partnership dissolutions, construction disputes, and employment conflicts. Additionally, the firm represents clients in contested probate matters, will contests, and Article 81 guardianship proceedings in Surrogate Court, alongside defending personal injury claims.

Trusts, Estate Planning, and Elder Law Protection

Protecting family assets and preparing for the future demands individualized estate planning. Evans Fox LLP designs customized wills, revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and durable power of attorney documents to safeguard wealth across generations. Furthermore, the elder law group assists seniors and their families with Medicaid planning, special needs trusts, and long-term care strategies that protect hard-earned assets against catastrophic medical costs.

Why Rochester Clients Choose Evans Fox LLP

Those seeking to find a lawyer in Rochester choose Evans Fox LLP because of the practice steadfast dedication to client success:

• Established leadership: Serving Western New York businesses and families since 1999.
• Preeminent honors: Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating and Platinum Client Champion.
• Collaborative team: Sixteen attorneys providing cross-disciplinary counsel.
• Direct accessibility: Transparent communication and hands-on partner involvement.
• Cost-conscious strategy: Pragmatic legal solutions that safeguard your financial interests.

Whether you require strategic corporate guidance, comprehensive estate planning, or assertive dispute resolution, Evans Fox LLP is ready to assist. Contact the firm today to schedule a confidential legal consultation with an experienced Rochester attorney.