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Managing Partner Donald M. Thompson Recognized by ‘SuperLawyers’ for his Career Dedicated to Fighting Wrongful Convictions and Achieving Justice for Clients

Posted by on August 22, 2021 in Firm News | 0 comments

In August of 2021, ETKS Managing Partner was recognized by ‘SuperLawyers’, the nation’s leading publication and award committee , for his career dedicated to fighting wronful convictions on behalf of clients such as Valentino Dixon, who spent over 27 years incarcerated, until through the help of Donald, was able to gain his freedom in 2019. The article, which is featured below, details Donald’s fight to find justice for the Prude family, after the officer-involved...

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ETKS Partner Donald M. Thompson Interviewed by CNYCENTRAL Regarding Lawsuit Filed by Syracuse Police Officer Citing Discrimination and Retaliation Within the Syracuse Police Department

Posted by on July 7, 2021 in Firm News | 0 comments

Managing Partner Donald M. Thompson was interviewed by CNYCENTRAL to discuss the notice of claim filed by Syracuse Police Officer Brandon Hanks, who has become a well-known figure within Syracuse and Online due to his viral videos of playing basketball with children in Syracuse as well as his acts of kindness and charity while on the job. Don was interviewed by CNYCENTRAL in regards to the merits of Officer Hanks’ Notice of Claim as...

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ETKS Partner Brian Shiffrin Obtains Reversal from New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, for Client Convicted and Sentenced to Eleven Years in Prison Based on Meritorius Claim of Prosecution Using Discriminatory use of Peremptory Challenges During Jury Selection

Posted by on June 11, 2021 in Firm News | 0 comments

On June 11, 2021, ETKS Partner, Brian Shiffrin, obtained a reversal and new trial for a client who was erroneously convicted of a B- Felony, Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree in 2016. Brian successfully argued before the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Appellate Division, Fourth Judicial Department, who agreed with his argument that reversal of the conviction and a new trial was required for the client....

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Yousef Taha draws unsolicited client compliment for outstanding representation

Posted by on May 10, 2021 in Firm News | 0 comments

A client who wished to express their gratitude for Mr. Taha’s efforts and professionalism recently submitted the following: “First off I would like to start off by saying that I have never been represented by somebody so attentive and somebody who really cares about my well-being, he is beyond a professional he’s courteous and willing to go the extra mile no matter what!! I am blessed to say that he represents...

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Managing Partner Donald M. Thompson Featured in ‘Daily Record’ Article of Regional Attorneys and their Law Firm Plans During and Post Covid

Posted by on April 29, 2021 in Firm News | 0 comments

Managing Partner Donald M. Thompson was featured in a Daily Record Article which included many of Rochester’s and Buffalo’s greatest legal minds. The article is an expose being ran by the Daily Record showcasing the personal lives of many attorneys throughout the region and their toughest challenges during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Donald discusses the challenges that many of his clients have faced during the shutdown of courts and especially shutdown of trials. You can...

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