As one of the country’s Top 250 law firms as ranked by the National Law Journal, Harris Beach and its affiliates provide a full range of legal and professional services for clients across New York state as well as nationally and internationally. Our clients include Fortune 500 corporations, privately-held companies, emerging technology businesses, educational institutions, energy providers, financial institutions, health care providers, medical and life science companies, real estate developers, not-for-profit organizations, foundations, state and local governments and authorities, and individuals.

Our Philosophy

We know that in today’s economy, few organizations survive without a careful eye on the bottom line. We understand that efficiency in managing legal costs is an important part of that equation. Harris Beach works efficiently so that you can work efficiently. The experience of our industry teams, combined with the time we spend in getting to know your business, saves you time. You don’t have to explain the nuances of your business or industry at the outset of every engagement. Likewise, we manage client matters internally with great care to work effectively, always mindful of meeting clients’ needs, expectations, and time constraints.

There are always those situations when things do not proceed according to plan. Our clients tell us those times are when Harris Beach truly shines. We’ve found that open and candid communication is critical. We’ll give you realistic, ongoing assessments of our chances for success, especially at key junctures in the process. You won’t be left waiting for or wondering what the next steps are; you will be involved in the process.

Our clients have come to appreciate that the quality of our representation is directly linked to the quality of our communication with our clients.

Firm History

From the earliest years, we have been on the cutting edge of the law. At the turn of the century, we helped guide the expansion of the railway system throughout New York state. We were there to help one of our clients secure the patent for a novel photo-imaging system that many thought would never catch on. (The company is now the international leader in photocopying systems.) Before the rest of the country focused on health care reform, we were helping our clients design a community system that resulted in costs dramatically below the national average.

Our significant accomplishments have continued with the management of multi-billion dollar corporate transactions, and the launch of our innovative ancillary services such as the new Electronic Information Counseling and Management practice (e-infosm).

We remain at the forefront of issues facing businesses in the 21st century, whether it’s competing in the global marketplace or meeting the demands of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Above all, we understand and match our clients' need to move faster, think more creatively, and develop new business models to achieve sustainable growth.

This dedication to our clients is also reflected in our commitment to our communities. Our attorneys have always been active, serving on the board of directors for numerous corporations, hospitals, museums, shelters, and other charitable organizations.