Farrell Fritz Continues Strategic Growth of Albany Office with New Team Members

Farrell Fritz is pleased to announce the additions of associates Scott F. Owen and Cheryl Kraus to its growing Albany office.

Scott F. Owen joins the firm as an Associate in the firm’s Commercial Litigation practice. He regularly represents clients in local, state and federal courts. He is adept at helping clients resolve disputes in an efficient and effective manner. An active member of the community during law school and beyond, Scott has dedicated significant time and effort to pro bono work.

Cheryl Kraus joins the firm as an Associate in the firm’s Healthcare and New York State Regulatory & Government Relations practices. With a legal and advocacy portfolio anchored in healthcare, human services, and gender equity issues, Cheryl has more than twenty years of experience advocating for individuals, historically marginalized communities, and counseling organizations with a global reach. She has been recognized by City & State New York as a leader in government relations and social services, has been honored by Best Lawyers in the area of Government Relations, and has been recognized by the University at Buffalo School of Law as an Influencer.

“Adding high-caliber attorneys across a range of practice groups in the Albany market reflects our commitment to Farrell Fritz’s growth plans as a firm,” said Robert C. Creighton, the firm’s managing partner. “As we continue to build the firm as a resource for middle market companies, their founders, and wealthy families, bringing top entrepreneurial talent to the firm is a priority as we look to the future. Our new team members match our client-driven, community-focused culture, and we are confident their values will align positively with our mission.”

Farrell Fritz is a full-service law firm with more than 80 lawyers located throughout New York, with five offices in Albany, New York City, and Long Island (Uniondale, Hauppauge and Water Mill).