Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Congratulations to Alyssa Frieling, Jeremy Saunders and Colby Scott for passing the New York State Bar exam. We look forward to seeing their continued success and contributions to the firm.

The Woods Oviatt Default Services Department had a little Halloween taste test fun today! The Fall Showdown: Apple Versus Pumpkin Apple so crisp in autumn’s air Golden, Red Delicious and Granny Smith smell so sweetly you cannot compare Western New York has fields of apples reaching far and wide So sweet and tart we are filled with pride Apple’s crunch, a juicy bite Fresh and tart or maybe baked just right; In pies and cider, Apple had the lead A classic fall-time taste indeed But let’s not forget about the pumpkin, orange and rooted low Ripening in the fields below They come in all shades like coral, white and even green Round and oval and shaped in between Pumpkin, too, finds many ways To delight our taste buds on an autumn day Cookies, breads, and pies How can you not be inspired by a beautiful October sky One’s a fruit that fills the hand The other grows out of the land Apple’s crisp and pumpkin’s cream Oh what an autumn inspired dream Happy Halloween everyone!

Registered Patent Attorney Opportunity! We’re seeking a skilled Patent Attorney with a background in Electrical Engineering, 4+ years of patent drafting and prosecution experience, and admission to the USPTO. In this role, you'll prepare and prosecute patent applications, conduct prior art searches, and collaborate closely with clients. Apply with us today!

We're hiring a Network & Systems Engineer! Join our IT team to manage and enhance network systems, security, and infrastructure. You’ll work closely with the Director of IT, providing Level 3 support and driving key projects. Apply today!

Welcome to the firm, Meghan!

We are pleased to announce that Rob Sihto, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, has joined Woods Oviatt as Director of Human Resources! With over 20 years of expertise in HR generalist, management, and leadership roles, Rob brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success. We are excited about Rob’s passion for cultivating positive workplace cultures and driving organizational growth. We know he will be a huge asset to our team at Woods Oviatt, and we're excited to see the impact he will make as we continue to grow and thrive. Before joining Woods Oviatt, Rob was the Director of Human Resources with Tri Tower Telecom. He has served in various Human Resources roles in several local Top 100 organizations throughout his career and comes to Woods Oviatt with a master’s degree in management from Nazareth College and two professional Human Resources certifications. Please join us in welcoming Rob to the team!

🚨 New Opportunity Alert! 🚨 We’re excited to announce an opening for an experienced Legal Assistant in our Intellectual Property Department. If you have a strong background in IP law and want to thrive in a dynamic legal environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply using the link below!

Woods Oviatt is a proud supporter and sponsor of the American Legal & Financial Network "ALFN" INTERSECT (FC+BK) Conference on November 20th in Dallas.   To learn more about the conference go to: https://lnkd.in/g4DSZYSt.  

On Thursday, September 26th, Katarina Polozie, a partner in the firm's Business and Tax Department, was a panelist for Buffalo Business First's Cybersecurity discussion. Kate and the other panelists discussed the critical role of cyber security in business, including safeguarding data, complying with regulations, and exploring cost-effective solutions to enhance your organization's security measures. Learn more about how Kate and our Data Privacy, Data Security & AI Governance group can help your busienss by clicking on the link. https://lnkd.in/e69fgA6z

Woods Oviatt is excited to support Upstate Capital's Private Equity Summit in Buffalo on September 25.