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Founded in 1937, Bleakley Platt & Schmidt is a firm of legal professionals with decades of experience, dedicated to serving our clients and our community.
We’re proud to welcome Reuben Borman to BPS Law! With deep expertise in Real Estate and Litigation—ranging from commercial deals to complex mass torts—Reuben is a powerful addition to our team. Welcome aboard!
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February 16, 2026 at 11:41 PM
We’re proud to welcome Reuben Borman to BPS Law! With deep expertise in Real Estate and Litigation—ranging from commercial deals to complex mass torts—Reuben is a powerful addition to our team. Welcome aboard!
#BPSLaw #WhitePlains #NYLaw #FirmNews
#BPSLaw #WhitePlains #NYLaw #FirmNews
NY’s All-Electric Buildings Law is currently paused by a Second Circuit stay. Once active, compliance is required for your CO. BPS Law provides the counsel needed to navigate NY’s changing energy code. #BPSLaw #NYConstruction #RealEstate #CLCPA
February 13, 2026 at 11:43 PM
NY’s All-Electric Buildings Law is currently paused by a Second Circuit stay. Once active, compliance is required for your CO. BPS Law provides the counsel needed to navigate NY’s changing energy code. #BPSLaw #NYConstruction #RealEstate #CLCPA
NY employers: Senate Bill S3072 is now law. As of April 2026, using credit history for hiring or pay is an unlawful discriminatory practice. BPS Law can help audit your protocols to ensure compliance. #NYLaw #HR #BPSLaw #EmploymentLaw #Westchester
February 12, 2026 at 12:57 AM
NY employers: Senate Bill S3072 is now law. As of April 2026, using credit history for hiring or pay is an unlawful discriminatory practice. BPS Law can help audit your protocols to ensure compliance. #NYLaw #HR #BPSLaw #EmploymentLaw #Westchester
Welcome Stacey Colangelo to BPS Law! Currently a clerk in Real Estate, Employment & Litigation, Ms. Colangelo is awaiting NY Bar admission after passing the exam in July 2025. We're thrilled to have her! #NewLawyer #WomenInLaw #BPSLaw
February 5, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Welcome Stacey Colangelo to BPS Law! Currently a clerk in Real Estate, Employment & Litigation, Ms. Colangelo is awaiting NY Bar admission after passing the exam in July 2025. We're thrilled to have her! #NewLawyer #WomenInLaw #BPSLaw
BPS’ #InternalInvestigations Practice Group assists in developing procedures and conducting investigations for informed decision-making. Our attorneys work alongside boards of directors and audit committees to ensure #compliance and clarity. www.bpslaw.com/practice/int...
January 30, 2026 at 5:05 PM
BPS’ #InternalInvestigations Practice Group assists in developing procedures and conducting investigations for informed decision-making. Our attorneys work alongside boards of directors and audit committees to ensure #compliance and clarity. www.bpslaw.com/practice/int...
Navigating the complexities of commercial real estate requires a strategic partner. Our #RealEstate Practice Group brings sophisticated insight to every transaction. We provide the guidance and experience to move projects forward. www.bpslaw.com/practice/rea...
January 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Navigating the complexities of commercial real estate requires a strategic partner. Our #RealEstate Practice Group brings sophisticated insight to every transaction. We provide the guidance and experience to move projects forward. www.bpslaw.com/practice/rea...
#TODdeeds have benefits like simple transfers and reduced costs but are no substitute for comprehensive estate planning. They create financial, asset, and marketability risks. Learn more about these pitfalls when you read our blog on the topic.
The Risks of Simplicity: Understanding Transfer on Death Deeds in New York | Bleakley Platt
While the transfer on death deed has its place, it is not a substitute for a professionally drafted Will or Trust.
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January 26, 2026 at 5:05 PM
#TODdeeds have benefits like simple transfers and reduced costs but are no substitute for comprehensive estate planning. They create financial, asset, and marketability risks. Learn more about these pitfalls when you read our blog on the topic.
#Discrimination doesn't just damage company culture—it hinders employee productivity and performance. Ensure your team is compliant and your workplace is protected. Contact our #EmploymentDiscrimination Practice Group for guidance. www.bpslaw.com/practice/emp...
January 23, 2026 at 5:03 PM
#Discrimination doesn't just damage company culture—it hinders employee productivity and performance. Ensure your team is compliant and your workplace is protected. Contact our #EmploymentDiscrimination Practice Group for guidance. www.bpslaw.com/practice/emp...
While #TODdeeds allow homeowners to designate who automatically inherits real property at death, their simplicity creates significant risk of poorly executed or incorrectly integrated estate instruments. BPS’ #TrustsAndEstates Practice Group can help. www.bpslaw.com/practice/tru...
January 21, 2026 at 5:04 PM
While #TODdeeds allow homeowners to designate who automatically inherits real property at death, their simplicity creates significant risk of poorly executed or incorrectly integrated estate instruments. BPS’ #TrustsAndEstates Practice Group can help. www.bpslaw.com/practice/tru...
Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for his courage in advocating for equal rights. Dr. King’s leadership had a profound impact on American law, and as attorneys, we are committed to upholding his egalitarian vision. #EqualRights #MLKDay2026
January 19, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for his courage in advocating for equal rights. Dr. King’s leadership had a profound impact on American law, and as attorneys, we are committed to upholding his egalitarian vision. #EqualRights #MLKDay2026
The legal side of construction is complex. BPS’ #ConstructionLaw Practice Group is here to guide you through every phase—from the first contract to the final punchlist. Let us handle the legal details so you can focus on the build. www.bpslaw.com/practice/con...
January 16, 2026 at 5:02 PM
The legal side of construction is complex. BPS’ #ConstructionLaw Practice Group is here to guide you through every phase—from the first contract to the final punchlist. Let us handle the legal details so you can focus on the build. www.bpslaw.com/practice/con...
NYS’ deduction disallowance for #CommercialRealEstate investment disrupts the financial viability of traditional leveraged acquisition models for institutional CRE investment across New York. Consult BPS’ Real Estate Practice Group. www.bpslaw.com/practice/rea...
January 14, 2026 at 5:06 PM
NYS’ deduction disallowance for #CommercialRealEstate investment disrupts the financial viability of traditional leveraged acquisition models for institutional CRE investment across New York. Consult BPS’ Real Estate Practice Group. www.bpslaw.com/practice/rea...
NYS has enacted changes targeting institutional #CommercialRealEstate investment. For tax years beginning on or after Jan 1, 2025, NYS law disallows depreciation and interest deductions related to covered properties owned by institutional investors. www.bpslaw.com/practice/rea...
January 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
NYS has enacted changes targeting institutional #CommercialRealEstate investment. For tax years beginning on or after Jan 1, 2025, NYS law disallows depreciation and interest deductions related to covered properties owned by institutional investors. www.bpslaw.com/practice/rea...
NYS’ new exempt salary thresholds create risk. If a downstate employer does not raise the salary of a formerly exempt employee above the new minimum wage, the employee automatically becomes non-exempt under NYS law. BPS’ #EmploymentLaw practice can help. www.bpslaw.com/practice/lab...
January 9, 2026 at 5:03 PM
NYS’ new exempt salary thresholds create risk. If a downstate employer does not raise the salary of a formerly exempt employee above the new minimum wage, the employee automatically becomes non-exempt under NYS law. BPS’ #EmploymentLaw practice can help. www.bpslaw.com/practice/lab...
Effective Jan 1, NYS #MinimumWage has risen increase to $17.00/hr for downstate (including Westchester and Rockland counties) and $16.00/hr for upstate employees. Associated increases apply to exempt salary thresholds, tip credits, and uniform allowances. www.bpslaw.com/practice/lab...
January 7, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Effective Jan 1, NYS #MinimumWage has risen increase to $17.00/hr for downstate (including Westchester and Rockland counties) and $16.00/hr for upstate employees. Associated increases apply to exempt salary thresholds, tip credits, and uniform allowances. www.bpslaw.com/practice/lab...
A lawsuit regarding #Salesforce’s #AITraining continues a trend of litigation against tech companies accused of stealing third-party content. For instance, #Anthropic AI, recently agreed to a $1.5B settlement on similar claims. BPS continues to monitor. www.bpslaw.com/practice/int...
January 5, 2026 at 5:03 PM
A lawsuit regarding #Salesforce’s #AITraining continues a trend of litigation against tech companies accused of stealing third-party content. For instance, #Anthropic AI, recently agreed to a $1.5B settlement on similar claims. BPS continues to monitor. www.bpslaw.com/practice/int...
Bleakley Platt & Schmidt wishes you a happy, safe, and law-abiding #NewYearsEve. #2026
December 31, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Bleakley Platt & Schmidt wishes you a happy, safe, and law-abiding #NewYearsEve. #2026
#LitigationPrevention is key. Our litigation practice spans various industries, and our attorneys advise on contract drafting & risk management to minimize disputes. Whether you’re a startup or a Fortune 500 company, we offer tailored solutions. www.bpslaw.com/practice/lit...
December 29, 2025 at 5:05 PM
#LitigationPrevention is key. Our litigation practice spans various industries, and our attorneys advise on contract drafting & risk management to minimize disputes. Whether you’re a startup or a Fortune 500 company, we offer tailored solutions. www.bpslaw.com/practice/lit...
Bleakley Platt & Schmidt wishes our community a bountiful, and joyous #Kwanzaa! #HappyKwanzaa
December 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Bleakley Platt & Schmidt wishes our community a bountiful, and joyous #Kwanzaa! #HappyKwanzaa
Wishing our beautiful Westchester community a merry and safe #Christmas full of yuletide cheer and good will! #MerryChristmas
December 24, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Wishing our beautiful Westchester community a merry and safe #Christmas full of yuletide cheer and good will! #MerryChristmas
NYS has introduced bills addressing #ElderAbuse. These seek to establish an Interagency Elder Justice Task Force and an Elder Financial Exploitation Public Awareness Campaign. Our #ElderLaw & #SpecialNeeds Practice Group continues to monitor the bills. www.bpslaw.com/practice/eld...
December 22, 2025 at 5:03 PM
NYS has introduced bills addressing #ElderAbuse. These seek to establish an Interagency Elder Justice Task Force and an Elder Financial Exploitation Public Awareness Campaign. Our #ElderLaw & #SpecialNeeds Practice Group continues to monitor the bills. www.bpslaw.com/practice/eld...