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February 15, 2017

O’Connell & Aronowitz Names George R. Slingerland Shareholder

O’Connell & Aronowitz, one the Capital District’s largest broad service law firms, proudly announces the promotion of attorney George R. Slingerland to Shareholder.  Mr. Slingerland joined the Firm in 2015 and has been an integral part of launching our Latham location to expand our Commercial and Residential Real Estate departments.

“In addition to his outstanding legal skills, George is truly committed to our law firm’s guiding principle of client service,” said Jeffrey J. Sherrin, firm President. “We are proud of the work he has done and we look forward to George continuing our tradition of excellence and service to the community.”

Jami Durante Rogowski, who heads the Firm’s residential real estate practice, adds, “George has built a tremendous reputation in the real estate community.  His skills are recognized by lenders, brokers, clients and attorneys. We are happy to be able to reward that level of excellence with his promotion to shareholder.”

George is a graduate of Albany Law School and holds a Master’s in Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Tech. He did his undergraduate work at Binghamton University. George is active in the community, volunteering and fundraising for various autism programs including the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region and Carter’s Crew. He also donates time to Best Buddies, Jack’s Place and The Boys and Girls Club.

Named a 2017 “Best Law Firm” by Best Lawyers and US News and World Report, O’Connell and Aronowitz is one of the Capital District’s largest and most diverse law firms. With 33 attorneys and offices in Albany, Latham, New York City, Plattsburgh and Saratoga, the Firm provides a broad range of legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the State. If you have questions about the Firm or its services, please contact Jeffrey Sherrin at (518) 462-5601, or visit our website at www.oalaw.com. Mr. Slingerland can be reached in our Latham office at (518) 213-8050