QC is the firm municipalities, public officials, and governmental entities across New York rely on to navigate nuanced and politically sensitive legal issues. We represent counties, towns, villages, cities, school districts, and libraries as general, special, and litigation counsel. Drawing upon decades of municipal experience, we routinely navigate the complex interplay between legal obligations, political sensitivities, and public accountability, with sharp legal judgment and a pragmatic strategy. Recognizing that every municipality operates within distinct political, fiscal, and community contexts, we work closely with municipal leadership to develop solutions that align legal strategy with their operational and policy goals.
Our services include:
Constitutional & Civil Rights Defense
We defend municipalities and officials against constitutional challenges, including:
- Section 1983 civil rights claims
- Federal funding discrimination claims under Title VI
- Employment discrimination matters under Title VII
- Fair housing litigation under the Fair Housing Act
- First Amendment speech and assembly disputes
- Fourth Amendment search and seizure matters
- Eighth Amendment claims in correctional settings
- Due process and equal protection challenges
Municipal Liability & Tort Defense
We represent municipalities in a wide range of tort and common law-based claims, including:
- Negligence
- Premises liability
- Personal injury litigation
- Claims arising from emergency response and disaster recovery efforts
- Municipal liability defenses, including:
- Governmental immunity determinations
- Qualified privilege assertions
- Special duty rule applications
Law Enforcement & Correctional Facility Defense
We represent police departments, correctional facilities, and individual officers in:
- Excessive force claims
- False arrest and malicious prosecution claims
- Abuse of process claims
- Inmate medical care disputes
- Failure to protect allegations
Employment & Labor Relations
We guide municipal employers through:
- Workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
- Employee benefits and compensation disputes
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