Atty. Mark L. Stulmaker
Mark L. Stulmaker practices in the areas of employee benefits and taxation, serving as counsel to trustees of public and private pension and health and welfare benefit plans as well as to closely held businesses.
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY
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About Mark L. Stulmaker at a Glance
Mark L. Stulmaker is a employment and litigation attorney based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Lipsitz Green Scime Cambria LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, State of New York. Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1986) and Albany Law School of Union University (—, 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA (2026). Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark L. Stulmaker
Mark L. Stulmaker practices in the areas of employee benefits and taxation, serving as counsel to trustees of public and private pension and health and welfare benefit plans as well as to closely held businesses. He is also involved in estate planning and administration, especially in connection with charitable trusts, foundations, and large retirement plan distributions.
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Mark Stulmaker is distinguished by the depth of his experience and knowledge in all facets of employee benefits law. He is frequently called upon as a guest speaker and author to share his insight on the latest developments in employee benefits. A link to a recent article written by Mr. Stulmaker follows.
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Mark L. Stulmaker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark L. Stulmaker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
Employment Law in Buffalo
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Buffalo
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
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 Buffalo 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 venue, 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.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Buffalo Choose Mark L. Stulmaker
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark L. Stulmaker's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Mark L. Stulmaker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Mark L. Stulmaker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark L. Stulmaker Handles in Buffalo
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