Atty. Jared C. Lusk

Atty. Jared C. Lusk

Jared Lusk is a partner in our Real Estate practice group and the Managing Partner for the Rochester office of the firm. The primary focus of his practice is real estate development and municipal law, including planning and zoning.

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About Jared C. Lusk at a glance

Jared C. Lusk is a real estate and zoning attorney based in Victor, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, MA Bar Association, New York, NY State Bar Association, and Pennsylvania, PA Bar Association. Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1998) and St. John Fisher College (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Victor, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jared Lusk is a partner in our Real Estate practice group and the Managing Partner for the Rochester office of the firm
  • The primary focus of his practice is real estate development and municipal law, including planning and zoning
  • What do you focus on?
  • Land Use/Development I enjoy representing a wide variety of landowners, developers, municipalities, retailers, public utilities, wind and other energy producers throughout New York State
  • Having formerly served as town attorney managing land use matters for the Town of Pittsford, New York, I’m well-versed in the state’s various land use and zoning regulations
  • I help my clients with all types of real estate transactions and help them comply with the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act, the Adirondack Park Agency Act and other applicable land use regulations so that projects receive the municipal approvals necessary to become reality, often in the face of significant opposition from neighbors or local governments
  • Agribusiness Building on my experience growing up on a small family dairy farm in Upstate New York, I also enjoy working in virtually all aspects of the agribusiness industry, ranging from farm leases to the development and financing of large food processing facilities
  • Emergency Services Through relationships built during my 24-year service as a volunteer firefighter, I’m also proud to represent a number of fire and emergency service providers

Practice Areas Explained

Jared C. Lusk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jared C. Lusk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Victor are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jared C. Lusk

Where is Jared C. Lusk's law office located?
Jared C. Lusk's law practice is located in Victor, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jared C. Lusk handle?
Jared C. Lusk focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Jared C. Lusk go to law school?
Jared C. Lusk earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A.).
How can I contact Jared C. Lusk for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jared C. Lusk received?
Jared C. Lusk's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Agriculture Law; Best Lawyers in America — Food and Beverage Law.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1998
B.A.
St. John Fisher College
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Agriculture Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Food and Beverage Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law, Rochester (NY)
- 2025

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, MA Bar Association
New York, NY State Bar Association
Pennsylvania, PA Bar Association

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