Our Schenectady County Practice
Few people plan a legal need into their calendar. When Schenectady County residents face them, Schenectady County, Ianniello Anderson, P.C. has guided clients through them since 1971. From four offices across the Capital Region, our attorneys serve Schenectady County communities along with the surrounding counties.
Our Clifton Park office at 1707 Route 9 is a 15-minute drive from Niskayuna and Glenville — and the Albany office at 8 Airline Drive sits less than 20 minutes from the city of Schenectady via I-90.
Serving Every Corner of Schenectady County
Our attorneys represent clients across Schenectady County, including the cities, towns, and villages of Schenectady, Rotterdam, Glenville, Niskayuna, plus Scotia, East Glenville, Princetown, Duanesburg. Whether your matter is at the Schenectady County courthouse, in a town court, or at a closing table in Schenectady, we have the local familiarity to get it done.
Schenectady County Courts
Schenectady County Supreme Court (612 State Street, Schenectady) and the Schenectady County Family Court handle the county’s civil, family, and Surrogate’s matters. City of Schenectady, Rotterdam, Glenville, and Niskayuna town courts handle DWI, traffic, and local criminal matters.
How We Help Schenectady County Clients
Most Schenectady County families and businesses will face one of these six matters at some point. Each card below explains how we approach it — and where to go next for detailed information.
Real Estate Law in Schenectady County
Our anchor practice. We handle residential closings, commercial transactions, title insurance, refinancing, title defects, and HECM (reverse mortgage) closings for clients across Schenectady County. We work with more than 30 lending institutions across Upstate New York. Schenectady County’s housing market centers on three affluent suburbs — Niskayuna (GE/research community), Rotterdam (suburban density), and Glenville (Scotia and the Mohawk River corridor) — plus the urban Schenectady core. Our title and closing practice handles all four submarkets, plus the rural Princetown and Duanesburg corners.
- Residential purchase and sale closings throughout Schenectady County
- Commercial real estate transactions and ground leases
- Title insurance policy issuance and title-defect curative work
- Refinancing closings — conventional, FHA, VA, and HECM
- 1031 exchange and investment property closings
- Easements, ROW disputes, and boundary line agreements
Family Law & Divorce in Schenectady County
Clear, compassionate guidance through divorce, custody, child support, prenuptial agreements, and post-divorce modifications. Our attorneys appear in Schenectady County Family Court and across the Capital Region.
- Contested and uncontested divorce
- Child custody, visitation, and relocation matters
- Child support and spousal maintenance
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Order of protection proceedings
- Post-divorce modifications and enforcement
Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts in Schenectady County
Protect your legacy. Wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, Medicaid planning, and estate administration through Schenectady County Surrogate’s Court. We build plans your family can rely on.
- Last will and testament drafting and updates
- Revocable living trusts and irrevocable trusts (ILIT, QPRT, FLP)
- Durable powers of attorney and healthcare proxies
- Medicaid planning and asset protection
- Estate administration and Surrogate’s Court probate
- Guardianship petitions and trust administration
Criminal Defense in Schenectady County
Strategic, aggressive representation in Schenectady County courts. Felony and misdemeanor defense, drug charges, assault, theft, and other criminal matters. Several of our attorneys served as former prosecutors — we bring that experience to your defense.
- Felony defense in Supreme Court
- Misdemeanor defense in town and village courts
- Drug possession and distribution charges
- Assault, theft, and property crime defense
- Pre-arraignment counsel and bail applications
- Sealing, expungement, and certificate of relief
Criminal Defense in Schenectady County (detailed practice page coming soon — call (518) 371-8888 now to discuss your matter)
DWI Defense in Schenectady County
Practical defense for DWI and DWAI charges. Refusals, BAC challenges, hardship licenses, conditional license restoration, and trial defense for first-offense through felony DWI. We know the Schenectady County town and village courts where these cases land.
- First-offense DWI and DWAI defense
- Felony DWI (aggravated, prior convictions)
- BAC and breath-test challenges; refusal hearings
- Hardship license and conditional license applications
- DMV refusal hearings and license restoration
- Pre-trial suppression motions and trial defense
Business Law in Schenectady County
Your business lawyers for life. Entity formation, contracts, commercial real estate, business litigation, and ongoing counsel for Schenectady County companies. From LLC formation through dispute resolution — we counsel businesses through every stage.
- LLC, S-corp, and C-corp formation
- Operating agreements, bylaws, and shareholder agreements
- Commercial leases and purchase agreements
- Vendor contracts, employment agreements, and NDAs
- Business succession planning and ownership transfers
- Contract disputes and commercial litigation
Common Questions from Schenectady County Clients
Do you handle matters in Schenectady County courts, or only at your home offices?
Both. Our attorneys regularly appear in Schenectady County Supreme Court, Family Court, and Surrogate’s Court — plus the town and village courts across the county. When a case requires in-person court appearance, we appear; when a matter can be handled in our office or by phone, we work to keep travel and time costs down for our clients.
I’m buying or selling property in Schenectady County. Do I need a local attorney?
In New York, real estate closings legally require attorney representation on both sides. Working with a firm that handles Schenectady County closings regularly means faster turnaround on title work, established relationships with local lenders and title companies, and someone who can troubleshoot when a closing hits a snag. Our real estate team closes deals across all four of our office territories every week.
How quickly can I get a consultation?
Most consultations are scheduled within one business day. For urgent matters — arrests, time-sensitive contracts, or court deadlines — we make every effort to talk the same day. Call (518) 371-8888 or use the contact form.
What does it cost?
Fees vary by practice area. Real estate closings, estate plans, and business formations are typically flat-fee. Litigation, criminal defense, and family law matters are billed at hourly rates or capped retainers depending on scope. We’ll explain the fee structure on the initial consultation, in writing, before any work begins.
Why Schenectady County Clients Choose Ianniello Anderson
The Capital Region has dozens of law firms. We’ve earned client trust since 1971 on three things:
- Depth of bench. Eight attorneys across six practice areas, with several former prosecutors and former Surrogate’s Court personnel. You’re not relying on one solo attorney’s schedule.
- Local familiarity. We appear in Schenectady County courts and close real-estate deals in Schenectady County every week. That familiarity translates into better outcomes.
- Cross-county reach. Our four offices in Clifton Park, Saratoga Springs, Albany, and Glens Falls put us closer to clients in Albany, Saratoga, Montgomery, and Schoharie counties than most Schenectady County–only firms.
Our Capital Region Offices
- Clifton Park: 1707 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065
- Saratoga Springs: 475 Broadway, Suite 5, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
- Albany: 8 Airline Drive, Suite 101, Albany, NY 12205
- Glens Falls: 67 Bay Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801
Call us at (518) 371-8888 to schedule a consultation.
Talk to a Schenectady County Attorney Today
If you’re facing a legal matter in Schenectady County, our team is ready to talk. Call (518) 371-8888, or visit our contact page to send a message. Most consultations are scheduled within one business day.
Why Capital Region Property Owners Choose Us
50+ Years in the Capital Region
Founded 1971. Three generations of Capital Region families have closed homes, settled estates, and built businesses with our firm.
Real Estate Depth, Full-Service Range
Most firms specialize narrow or generalize broad. We do both — a deep real estate practice anchored within full-service capability.
Four Offices, One Firm
Clifton Park, Albany, Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls. Wherever your transaction is, we're already there.
Meet Our Attorneys
Senior attorneys serving Capital Region clients across real estate, family law, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and more. Each handles your file personally, with the full firm behind them.
Trusted by the Capital Region’s Legal Community
Ready to Get Started?
Real estate moves fast. So do we. Tell us a little about your matter and a member of our team will be in touch within one business day — often sooner.
If your matter is urgent, please call us at (518) 371-8888 for immediate assistance.