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You Can Rely On.

We are Trevett Cristo P.C., a law firm of recognized, highly regarded attorneys practicing law in Upstate and Western New York. Our approach is a client-focused one, in which we serve each client with the dedication, determination, and legal prowess you deserve.

Practice Areas

Trevett Cristo lawyers practice in a wide range of legal disciplines—all with purpose, passion, and a resolute commitment to our clients.

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  • Our Rich Legacy

    We began as Brown & Zurrett in 1926, and then, our primary focus was to serve major insurance carriers. As our reputation among judges and peers spread across Upstate and Western New York, we became known as an outstanding trial law firm.

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  • A Unique Approach

    We’re not about taking on as many clients as we can. We’re not about shuffling cases off to junior associates or adding more lawyers to your team than your case needs. We’re about doing everything it takes to help our clients achieve the best legal help.

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  • A Team of Experts

    We are some of the best legal minds in the region—some of the most respected lawyers in the boardroom, courtroom, and community and some of the most prominent and up-and-coming talent in Rochester. And this is our team.

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News & Updates

Stay up to date with Trevett Cristo P.C. Our news and updates section is full of exciting information, including corporate announcements, community engagement notifications, and details on upcoming events

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Industry Articles

Learn about some of the most significant and relevant changes happening in the legal industry. If you are interested in learning more about a specific area of practice, let us know.

  • Published Article

    To the winner goes the spoils - not necessarily; Article published by Louis Cristo in The Daily Record

    Louis B. Cristo

    The litigation game, devoid of the emotional element, is a game of numbers. As a prospective litigant, one customarily asks “what amount can I hope to co..

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    Aug 23
  • Published Article

    Know Your Burden: Statutes, Violations and per se Negligence

    Eric M. Dolan

    Life in this country is largely held together with a patchwork network of regulations, administrative codes and statutes governing everything from how fa..

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    Apr 7
  • Published Article

    The state of the art defense in the information age

    Louis B. Cristo

    Under general principles of law, every product we purchase is warranted to be free from material defects. If a defect exists, and causes injury, the reta..

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    Jan 18
  • Published Article

    Arbitration clauses – controlling your legal destiny

    Louis B. Cristo

    Commercial litigation can be best described as a battle where the party most able to retain its financial resources throughout the long torturous process..

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    Mar 15
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Testimonials

We’re a client-centric firm. After all, the more satisfied you are, the more successful we are.

  • Joe Interlichia is our go-to attorney for all commercial real estate matters as well as for residential real estate transactions for our key executives and employees. We have worked with Joe for twenty years and he has consistently delivered great service and excellent results. We don’t make a move without running it by Joe first.

    Anthony Monaco,Vice President and Corporate Counsel, Rochester Colonial Mfg. Corp.

  • Trevett Cristo P.C. has been a pleasure to work with. Ken's small business team navigates complex legal transactions thoroughly, quickly, and in a manner that is easily understood.

    Jeff Lennox, CEO, Archer Communications