Community Mediation promotes alternative dispute resolution processes that enable individuals and groups to resolve conflicts without litigation.

•Community Mediation/Arbitration helps disputing parties resolve their differences in a legally binding manner without direct court intervention.

•Intake and oversight of investigations of allegations for misconduct by local law enforcement agencies.

•Small-Claims Mediation/Arbitration dramatically reduces costs and fees.

•Commercial Arbitration/Mediation avoids lost productivity due to interpersonal conflicts.

•Intervention Services assists in the assessment and resolution of a dysfunctional situation.

•Monitors elections to ensure objective and fair voting procedures and outcomes.

This office; notifies notaries public of their appointments by the Secretary of State, qualifies notaries and maintains record of them.

If you are tired of postponing the estate planning that you know your family needs, you can benefit from the proven legal assistance of the Fowler, Doyle, Spiess & Florsch PLLC serving the Capital District.

Law firm founder Frederick L. Fowler takes a balanced approach to estate planning. Attorney Fowler and his team of estate planning lawyers can recommend methods that achieve the results you want, with the least complication.

We offer personal attention and experienced legal representation to all of our clients. Each receives sound counsel customized to his or her family's unique needs. Individual circumstances could include asset levels, income, health and retirement plans. We analyze every factor to determine the best way to proceed.

When you are ready to sit down and discuss the estate planning you've been putting off, contact the lawyers at Fowler, Doyle, Spiess & Florsch PLLC in Troy by toll-free phone. Call 866-572-4366 so we can arrange to meet you in a free initial consultation.

You Can Trust Fowler, Doyle, Spiess & Florsch PLLC's Team Approach to Your Estate Plan

An estate plan that will stand the test of time includes a durable power of attorney, health care proxy, last will and testament and possibly a trust or living trust. A simple will and joint ownership of assets may not accomplish all of your objectives, and may in fact do a disservice to you. We guide, inform and educate you on all options. Read more on estate planning.

The objectives of a good estate plan are: distribution of your assets to your loved ones after your death as conveniently as possible; minimal legal expenses and tax liability; attention to your financial affairs and health care decisions in the event of a disability; and a provision to cover payment of nursing home care, if necessary.

Estate taxes, business taxes, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, protection of your New York home and company … estate planning can give us a lot to think about, and a lot to work on. We handle it all at Fowler, Doyle, Spiess & Florsch PLLC. Our team approach to your goals begins with your free initial consultation. So be in touch with us in Troy and Albany today.

For All of Your Estate Planning Needs

We are a Capital District estate planning law firm that has served satisfied clients, individuals and families alike, for more than 30 years. Contact us toll free to reserve your free consultation. Call Fowler, Doyle, Spiess & Florsch PLLC at 866-572-4366.

Provides information, support, and referrals to victims of crime, Assist with compensation claims and restitution, Accompaniment to court proceedings and other agencies.

Provides the courts to handle criminal, civil, small claims and traffic issues. Accessible by ground level, elevator, designated parking

MHLS offers legal representation, advice and assistance to persons residing in facilities for the mentally disabled concerning retention, release, care, and treatment. The facilities may be state, city, voluntary, or private, and may be community based or institutional.

•MHLS investigates complaints of clients, their relatives, and friends concerning care and treatment.

•MHLS has complete access to facility records of the mentally disabled in New York State. We keep all client information confidential.

•MHLS accepts requests for help or information from clients, their family, or friends who contact MHLS by telephone, letter, or personal visits.

•MHLS represents the mentally disabled in civil commitment proceedings and other cases. Our staff offers various alternatives and solutions to advocate a client's wishes and interests. We may file lawsuits on behalf of our clients.

•MHLS represents individuals subject to court ordered Assisted Outpatient Treatment.

•MHLS also represents individuals in need of a guardian, when authorized by a court, regardless of the individual's residence.

•MHLS refers a person to the appropriate agency if a request is outside our jurisdiction. For example, we do not represent individuals in matters regarding wills, divorces, or actions for damages against other individuals.

- Referrals made to Legal Aid on behalf of Veterans by Case Managers can help to expedite assistance on legal matters.

The Benefits Adviser can assist with application process, and explain Social Security’s Work Incentives for recipients who return to work, Disability Benefits, Social Security, Supplemental Income, Disability Income, SSI Benefit Calculation, Impairment Related Work Expenses, Job Subsides, Trial Work Months, Extended Period of Eligibility, Expedited Reinstatement, Ticket to Work, Overpayments, PASS. The Benefits Advisor also assists individuals with Medicaid applications, denials, spousal refusals and Special Needs and Pooled Trusts.

Provides the courts needed for small claims, civil, criminal and traffic issues. Designated parking, ramp, elevator, wide doors, accessible bathroom

The Crime Victims Assistance Center, (CVAC), has certified crisis counselors who provide accompaniment to hospital and/or police stations. Victim advocates provide support and assistance to victims, family or friends and act as liaisons with hospitals and law enforcement staff. Serves victims of violent crimes, rape, abuse, and domestic violence.