Municipal Law

Our attorneys have been representing New York municipalities for over 30 years, with direct responsibility for the day-to-day needs of municipal governments, including zoning, planning, financing, local legislation, environmental matters, and real property taxation. We act as general counsel to towns in Western and Central New York and as special counsel for towns throughout New York.

Because of our firm’s extensive litigation experience, municipalities can be secure in the event claims are made that outside counsel will not have to be hired to defend the claims, keeping defense costs low and speeding up the ultimate resolution. We also represent private clients seeking approvals by municipal boards on matters such as land use and zoning.  We have handled over a hundred CPLR Article 78 proceedings challenging municipal decisions representing both petitioners and respondents.

Client Testimonial

"Knauf Shaw attorneys consistently exceed our expectations. From complex litigation to real estate closings, and from land use approvals to contract negotiations, we can rely on their expertise, innovative problem solving and attention to detail." Steven Mancini, RSM Development LLC

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KS SPONSORS NYSBA DIVERSITY & INCLUSION FELLOWSHIP

Knauf Shaw is glad to sponsor the NYSBA Environmental and Energy Law Section Diversity & Inclusion Fellowship this year. The Fellowship allows the Section to support law students interested environmental law. Meadowdale is an ultra-low-carbon, zero-waste winery here in New York. Looking forward to this great event just in time for #earthday2023

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KS PRESENTS IN ENVIRONMENTAL RIGHTS & RISKS

Join Melissa Valle among other speakers in person at RIT Conference Center on April 26, 2023 for the 26th Annual Joint Seminar on Environmental Rights & Risks. Knauf Shaw is a sponsor of this event and looks forward to seeing you there!

Register Here!