The firm represents a variety of corporate and individual clients in both federal and state court litigation. Our work is focused primarily on business disputes, including contract, intellectual property, labor and employment relations, and real property problems. We also represent defendants in personal injury and negligence cases. We are pleased to work as local counsel in litigation pending throughout central New York. Our attorneys are actively involved in all phases of the litigation process, from commencement of suits through trials and appeals. For business related disputes, contact jmh@millermayer.com or ars@millermayer.com.

The firm litigates matrimonial and family law problems.   We assist in the negotiation and documentation of prenuptial agreements and separation agreements, and we represent people in divorce and custody disputes. As an alternative to litigated divorces, where appropriate, we offer expertise in the collaborative law process.  Contact rjm@millermayer.com

Reported decisions in cases handled by the firm include:  

Kenny v. Eddygate Park Assoc. et al., 34 A.D.3d 1017 (3rd Dep't 2006) (Successfully proved at trial that landlord reasonably withheld consent to the proposed assignment of a commercial lease based on proper, objective factors). 

Wasyliw v. Smith, 18 A.D.3d 931 (3d Dep't 2005) (Successful response to an appeal of a Family Court decision to increase child support).

Blalock v. Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Ithaca, et al., 17 A.D.3d 583 (3d Dep't 2005) (Successful challenge of a BZA decision regarding setback requirements and building permits).

Massena Memorial Hospital v. Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., 300 A.D. 2d 889 (3d Dep't 2002) (Overturned arbitrator's decision in a hiring dispute holding arbitrator acted outside of his powers in relying on civil service law rather than the collective bargaining agreement).

Jelfo v. Arthur, 295 A.D. 2d 689 (3d Dep't 2002) (Successfully argued that a parent's relocation to a residence three hours away from former spouse's home interfered with the former spouse's visitation rights such that the former spouse had a right to a modification in custody rights).

Schaufler v. Mengel, Metzger, Barr & Co., 296 A.D.2d 742 (3d Dep't 2002) (Defeated defendant's summary judgment in dispute between CPA and his former accounting firm).

Ithaca Associates Co. v. Plataniotis, 274 A.D.2d 640 (3d Dep't 2000) (Cleared cloud on title for landlord created by purported sublessee; case concluded with jury verdict awarding legal fees and punitive damages against sublessee).