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Fifteen Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP attorneys named to 2026 The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America lists

Uniondale, NY Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP’s chairman and co-managing partner, Jeffrey Forchelli, was selected by his peers for inclusion in the 32nd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. He has been recognized annually since 2018.

In addition, the following partners were recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®:

  • Stephanie Alberts recognized since 2025 for her work in trusts and estates;
  • Joseph Asselta recognized since 2024 for his work in construction law;
  • Daniel Deegan recognized since 2024 for his work in real estate law;
  • Kathleen Deegan Dickson recognized since 2023 for her work in cannabis law;
  • Keith Frank recognized since 2024 for his work in employment law – management;
  • Gregory Lisi recognized since 2021 for his work in employment law – management; and litigation - labor and employment

The following attorneys were included in the 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America:

  • Gabriella Botticelli recognized since 2025 for her work in commercial litigation;
  • Caroline Frisoni recognized since 2025 for her work in corporate law;
  • Taylor Gonzalez recognized since 2025 for her work in land use and zoning law;
  • Sebastian Jablonski recognized since 2025 for his work in tax law;
  • Cheryl Katz recognized since 2023 for her work in litigation - trusts and estates;
  • Julia Lee recognized since 2025 for her work in tax law;
  • Lindsay Mesh Lotito recognized since 2021 for her work in banking and finance law;
  • Jeremy Musella recognized since 2025 for his work in corporate law
     
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