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October 1, 2026

Couch White Welcomes Michael A. Moriello as Partner

Couch White, LLP is pleased to announce that Michael A. Moriello has joined the firm as a Partner, bringing more than 35 years of experience in commercial real estate, environmental law, land use, zoning, and business transactions. His addition strengthens the firm’s Real Estate, Environmental, and Corporate and Commercial Transactions practice areas while expanding Couch White’s presence in the Hudson Valley region.

 A highly respected attorney in Kingston, New York, Moriello has spent decades advising clients on complex commercial real estate transactions, land development projects, environmental permitting matters, SEQRA compliance, zoning and land use issues, and related litigation. He most recently served as a partner with Riseley & Moriello, PLLC, a Kingston-based law firm he helped build into a trusted legal resource for businesses, developers, municipalities, and property owners throughout the region.

 Throughout his career, Moriello has represented clients in matters involving commercial acquisitions and sales, development approvals, environmental review processes, financing transactions, and regulatory compliance. His extensive experience and long-standing relationships within the Hudson Valley legal and business communities will provide significant value to Couch White’s clients.

 Adam Conway, Managing Partner of Couch White stated, “We are excited to welcome Mike to the firm. His reputation, depth of knowledge, and decades of experience in real estate and environmental law make him an outstanding addition to our team and will further enhance the services we provide to our clients throughout New York State.”

 “I am thrilled to join Couch White and contribute to the firm’s outstanding reputation across New York State while becoming part of a team that shares my commitment to providing practical, client-focused legal counsel,” said Moriello. “This partnership with Couch White gives my clients access to a talented group of attorneys across a wider range of practice areas while continuing to receive the personalized service and trusted guidance they have come to expect. The firm’s depth of experience allows us to address a broader range of legal needs and provide even greater value as our clients’ businesses and objectives evolve.”

 As part of this expansion, Moriello will continue serving clients from the firm’s Kingston office located at 111 Green Street, Kingston, NY 12401, further strengthening Couch White’s ability to serve clients throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond.

 The addition of Moriello reflects Couch White’s ongoing commitment to strategic growth and delivering sophisticated legal counsel in real estate, environmental, land use, economic development, and corporate transactions. 

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