McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams Celebrates 150 Years of Legal Service

May 30, 2013, Albany, NY.   On the 150^th day of 2013, the Law Firm of McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams P.C. celebrated 150 years of continued legal service.

Founded in 1863, McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams, P.C. is one of the Capital Region’s largest and most experienced law firms.  Since its beginnings as Shepard & Stedman with offices in downtown Albany, the firm has been a stable and enduring legal presence in the shaping and growth of the Capital Region.  Throughout its 150-year history, the firm has provided clients with practical, cost effective, advice and solutions to meet their evolving needs.

“How does a firm endure for 150 years?  It consistently provides the highest level of service and quality results.   Our success is founded in a culture of service, and a dedication to providing quality legal work, delivered on time, at a reasonable cost,” said Vincent L. Valenza, Managing Principal, McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams.

In recognition of its long commitment to legal service, McNamee, Lochner Titus & Williams made a ceremonial check presentation to Lillian M. Moy, Executive Director of Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY), which is celebrating its 90^th anniversary.  Founded in 1923 LASNNY is the largest provider of civil legal services to low income people in Northeastern New York. LASNNY has had a long standing partnership with McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams in the provision of services that help meet basic human needs for low income people in our community.  Colonel Frank A. McNamee served as Vice President of the LASNNY Board of Directors in the 1950s, and shareholders Harry P. Meislahn (1980–82), and G. Kimball Williams (1999-2000) served as LASNNY Board Presidents.

The strength of the firm has been forged from the legal expertise and commitment to service of its Partners, Associates and Of-Counsel Attorneys.  Individually leaders in their respective practice areas, the attorneys of McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams form a full-service team in handling substantial issues at the local, regional, state and national levels.

“As we embark on the next 150 years, McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams remains dedicated to providing the highest quality legal service to our clients.  We will continue to be responsive to client needs, innovative in legal solutions and resourceful in delivering results,” stated John J. Privitera, President, McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams.

Today, the firm of McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams thrives on its rich history, and continues its tradition of legal excellence.  The firm is a 2013 Top Ranked Law Firm™ by Martindale-Hubbell and a Top-Listed Law Firm in Best Lawyers®.  Over the years, Super Lawyers magazine has selected 14 of the McNamee Lochner attorneys to their Upstate New York Super Lawyers List. 

About McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams P.C.

McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams, P.C. is dedicated to providing effective and creative solutions to the legal issues of individuals and businesses.  With over 30 attorneys, we offer a broad practice of law, including: Banking, Construction, Corporate & Taxation, Employment & Labor Law, Environmental & Land Use, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Matrimonial & Family Law, Real Estate, and Trusts, Estates & Elder Law.  McNamee's offices are located in the New York State Capital at 677 Broadway and in Saratoga County at 646 Plank Road, Clifton Park. For additional information about McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams, visit www.mltw.com or call 518-447-3200.