Pattison, Sampson, Ginsberg & Griffin Law Firm

07/24/2026

You may have spotted a couple new faces around the office this summer — meet Julia Cogan and Mackenzie Mekeel, our two law clerks for the season.

Both are rising 3Ls at Albany Law School. Julia grew up here in the Capital Region and is interested in Estate Planning. Mackenzie came from Avon in western New York for UAlbany, stayed for Albany Law, and is leaning toward civil litigation.

Outside the office, Julia's a live-music fanatic who's usually at a concert somewhere. Mackenzie plays soccer, hunts down new restaurants, and lives with two cats named Gizmo and Gadget.

They've still got a few weeks left with us — what restaurants, venues, or under-the-radar Troy spots do they need to hit before summer's over? Drop your favorites below.

07/11/2026

Attorney Advertising

Pattison, Sampson, Ginsberg & Griffin, PLLC is proud to announce that Partner Rhiannon I. Gifford, Esq. has secured summary judgment on behalf of the City of Troy and its officers in Skeen v. City of Troy et al., a major multi-million dollar federal civil rights matter.

The plaintiff had claimed false arrest, malicious prosecution, violation of the right to a fair trial, fabrication of evidence, malicious abuse of process, and Monell liability for inadequate policies, failure to train, and failure to supervise.

Ms. Gifford's defense resolved this significant matter in full resolution before reaching trial.

Congratulations to Rhiannon I. Gifford, Esq. on this well-deserved result.

Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case and matter. Similar results are not guaranteed in any future case.

For a free consultation, call (518) 266-1000 or visit psgglaw.com.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from all of us at The Pattison Firm! However you're celebrating — cookout, fireworks, or a day on the water — we hope it's a good one. Grateful to call downtown Troy home for over 210 years.

What's your favorite way to spend the holiday?

06/03/2026

Pattison Sampson, Ginsberg & Griffin, PLLC is proud to announce that partner Michael E. Ginsberg, Esq. has been selected as The Education Lawyers' 2026 New York Attorney of the Year.
Each year, The Education Lawyers recognizes one outstanding education attorney from every state for exceptional achievement and leadership in the field of education law. Mr. Ginsberg was honored for his significant contributions to the development and implementation of Title IX policies and protocols, helping to shape best practices for educational institutions throughout New York and beyond.
The selection process is conducted independently and involves a comprehensive nomination, research, and evaluation procedure. More than 35,000 nomination forms are distributed annually to education law practitioners, in-house counsel, and educational institutions nationwide.
This recognition reflects Mr. Ginsberg’s longstanding commitment to education law and his dedication to serving educational institutions, students, and communities.
Congratulations to Michael E. Ginsberg, Esq. on this well-deserved achievement.
To learn more, view his profile:

Michael is the Managing Partner at Pattison Sampson Ginsberg & Griffin PLLC one of the oldest established firms in the United States. The Firm traces its roots back to 1813. Mr. Ginsberg has been instrumental in developing and implementing Title IX policies and protocols for the Firm's education-bas...