Newman & Lickstein, LLP - Syracuse, NY
Newman & Lickstein, LLP is a premier Syracuse business and commercial law firm established in 1967. Highlighted in the Chambers USA Spotlight Guide for Corporate and Commercial law, the firm provides sophisticated transactional counsel, startup venture advisory, commercial real estate representation, and intellectual property solutions across Central New York.
Comprehensive Business and Corporate Legal Counsel in Syracuse, New York
Operating a successful company requires strategic foresight, robust contract structures, and proactive legal protection at every development stage. From initial entity selection to institutional venture funding and eventual business exit, commercial enterprises encounter intricate statutory demands. At Newman & Lickstein, LLP, our experienced business and real estate lawyers have counseled entrepreneurs, emerging startups, and established enterprises throughout Syracuse and Central New York for more than fifty years. Whether you are negotiating a commercial real estate acquisition, restructuring corporate governance, or safeguarding digital assets, our legal team delivers clear, actionable guidance. When you need a lawyer in Syracuse who combines sharp commercial instinct with rigorous legal skill, Newman & Lickstein provides the dedicated representation your business requires.
Full-Lifecycle Corporate Governance and Commercial Transactions
Our attorneys serve as outside general counsel to innovative companies across New York, delivering strategic legal solutions tailored to long-term business growth:
- Business formation and entity structuring: Forming limited liability companies, C-corporations, S-corporations, and joint ventures while structuring protective operating agreements, founder equity splits, and shareholder bylaws.
- Mergers, acquisitions, and sales: Guiding buyers, sellers, and private equity investors through asset purchases, stock transactions, debt restructurings, and comprehensive due diligence reviews.
- Contract negotiation and drafting: Crafting enforceability-tested commercial agreements, vendor contracts, professional service agreements, executive compensation plans, and non-disclosure covenants.
- Venture capital and startup funding: Assisting high-growth tech firms through seed investments, convertible notes, SAFE instruments, Series A financings, and institutional venture capital rounds.
Commercial Real Estate, Intellectual Property, and Emerging Markets
As Upstate New York continues to expand as a major technology and manufacturing corridor, Newman & Lickstein offers specialized counsel across dynamic commercial disciplines:
- Commercial real estate law: Representing developers, landlords, and commercial tenants in property acquisitions, commercial leases, construction financing, and municipal zoning matters.
- Intellectual property and technology transactions: Protecting competitive brand assets through trademark registrations, copyright filings, SaaS agreements, and licensing transactions.
- Sports, media, and collegiate NIL law: Advising student-athletes, marketing agencies, and commercial brands in name, image, and likeness partnerships, influencer contracts, and esports ventures.
- Commercial litigation and dispute resolution: Defending client interests in contract disputes, shareholder breakups, non-compete enforcement, and commercial real estate controversies.
Why Central New York Enterprises Partner With Newman & Lickstein
Selected for inclusion in the Chambers USA Spotlight Guide for Corporate and Commercial law and consistently honored by Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, Newman & Lickstein, LLP has built an exceptional track record since 1967. Our partners maintain deep roots in the Syracuse community while advising clients on national and global transactions. When you are prepared to consult an attorney or hire an attorney to protect and expand your enterprise, contact our Syracuse office to schedule a confidential legal consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Conveniently located in the lively Hanover Square district of Downtown Syracuse, close to dining, shopping, and court offices.
Building Location
The firm resides inside the historic State Tower Building, an Art Deco 22-story skyscraper that stands as the tallest building in Central New York. Landmarks nearby include Otro Cinco restaurant and the cozy Recess Coffee.
Parking Details
Clients can find public parking nearby, including at the multi-storey Onondaga Tower Garage or the surface-level City Hall Lot.
Public Transit
Served by Central New York Regional Transportation Authority (Centro) Route SY62 (Fayetteville); nearest stop is at E Washington St & S Warren St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the classic Art Deco main lobby of the State Tower Building on South Warren Street. Walk past the reception desk and take the high-speed passenger elevator to the 4th floor, where you will find Suite 404.