OUR TEAM

Our team of Attorneys have years of experience working both in and out of Rochester courtrooms, with clients of all backgrounds and ages. We handle cases of all types. You can always count on us to take the time necessary to clearly explain your case’s procedures and status so that you are up to date on every development at all times.

As we understand that changes and matters of the law are often unplanned and happen without notice, we always ensure that someone is available to take on your case and dedicate his or her time to you in a timely fashion. The sooner you have an attorney on your side, the easier it is to build a strong case and come to a successful resolution.

Attorneys

ALEX F. PHILIPPONE
College:
Nazareth College of Rochester
Law Degree:
Whittier College
Admitted:
New York; U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Member:
Monroe County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Practice areas:
Personal Injury; Motor Vehicle Accidents and Injuries; Negligence; Criminal Defense; Matrimonial/Family Law
E-mail:
alex@philipponelaw.com

JAMES V. PHILIPPONE
College:
St. Bonaventure University; University of Rochester; St. John’s University
Law Degree:
University of Buffalo
Admitted:
New York
Member:
Monroe County Bar Association, New York Academy of Trial Lawyers , American Trial Lawyers Association
Practice areas:
Personal Injury; Wrongful Death, Negligence; Trials & Litigation; Criminal Defense
E-mail:
james@philipponelaw.com

MARTIN A. PHILIPPONE
College:
Siena College
Law Degree:
Oklahoma City University
Admitted:
Pennsylvania; New York and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Member:
Monroe County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association
Practice areas:
Serious Physical Injuries; Corporate and Commercial Law; Small Businesses; Collections; Litigation; Criminal Law; Trusts; Wills & Estates; and Real Estate
E-mail:
martin@philipponelaw.com

Associate Attorney

JAMES L. KEMNITZ
College:
Niagara University
Law Degree:
University of Notre Dame
Admitted:
New York
Member:
United States Army Reserves; New York State Bar Association; Monroe Country Bar Association; New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
Practice areas:
Criminal Defense; UCMJ; Courts-Martial Defense; U.S. Army Administrative Separations; General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR) Rebuttals; Security Clearance Revocations; Military Discharge Upgrades; Matrimonial / Family Law; Personal Injury; Civil Litigation; Real Estate; Wills & Estates.
Special Training:
Officer Basic Course, Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School; Prosecuting Child Traffickers, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children; Trial Advocacy, U.S. Army; Prosecuting Child Sex Crimes, U.S. Army.
E-mail:
jamesk@philipponelaw.com

Practice Areas

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Criminal Defense

We handle cases involving crimes committed against individuals and the public interests. Do not try to handle police matters alone.  A person always has the right to have an attorney...
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Criminal Law

Philippone Law Offices handles cases involving crimes committed against individuals and the public interests. Unlike civil litigation for personal or private disputes,  criminal laws are specifically designed for charges made...
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Trials & Litigation

While many legal matters can and should be resolved without going before a judge, there are circumstances that can ultimately lead to adjudication of legal disputes in court, through a...
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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Whether it be a property dispute, a breach of contract, or even a dissolution of a marriage or a business relationship, litigation can be a costly method. At Philippone Law...
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Real Estate

Many do not realize that buying a home or an investment property is one of the largest purchases that any person will make in a lifetime.  It is also far...
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Corporate & Commercial Law

In the everyday dealings by and among companies, customers, and/or the government or other regulating bodies, there are rights and obligations that control the activities of every business. Whether it...
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Small Businesses

Regardless of the size of the business, there are legal matters, such as incorporation, contracts,  annual meetings, and/or business succession planning,  that are particularly relevant to a new, and/or growing...
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Trusts, Wills & Estates

The prospect of losing a loved one, friend or family member is never a desirable one, but preparing for the inevitable is a crucial legal matter. After a person has...
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Collections

Transactions and payments are a key part of everyday activity for most businesses. While transactions usually go smoothly, instances of non-payment can become a real drain on any business. The...
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Personal Injury

The area of personal injury is one of the most complex areas of civil law given the long-lasting ramifications and suffering endured by the victims of personal injury. In so...
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Brain Injury Cases

One of the most profound and devastating forms of personal injury is brain injury, both for the injury victim and for his or her family and caretakers. The legal ramifications...
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Serious Physical Injuries

The area of serious physical injury is one of the most complex areas of civil law given the long-lasting ramifications and suffering endured by the victims of physical injury. In...
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Slip & Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents can be among the most pervasive – and avoidable – accidents we experience in day-to-day life. We all take precautions to maintain safe conditions, but unfortunately...
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Child and Infant Injury

The area of child and infant injuries and compensation is one of the most complex areas of civil law given the long-lasting ramifications and suffering endured by the victim(s) of...
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Adoptions

There are legal considerations surrounding an adoption. Philippone Law Offices has experience and knowledge to guide you through this process. If you’re considering adopting a child, call Philippone Law Offices...
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Matrimonial & Family Law

Divorce is often an emotional strain on everyone involved, especially when a couple has children together. But beyond the feelings and relationship issues that arise out of divorce, a great...
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Child Support

Divorce is often an emotional strain on everyone involved, especially when a couple has children together. When children are involved in a divorce, many financial legal matters – like child...
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Construction Accidents

Construction sites can be among the most dangerous of workplaces in our country. Laws like OSHA exist to try to ensure the safest workplaces possible, but unfortunately accidents do happen...
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Vehicle Accidents and Injuries

Given the high numbers of vehicles and drivers on the road, and the increasing incidence of distracted driving, texting, driving under the influence, weather, and other factors that create unsafe...
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Negligence

Under the law, everyone is required to exercise due care to the standard of a “reasonable person”. When an individual and/or business does not exercise due care and harm is...
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Name Changes

Legally changing a birth name requires a judge’s order and certain procedures to be completed; there are also several common sense considerations that are evident by experience. Given all the...