Atty. Russell E. Gaenzle

Atty. Russell E. Gaenzle

Mr. Gaenzle is a member of the firm and practices in the Public Finance and Economic Development Practice Group and with the Real Estate Developers, Energy, and Municipalities and Local Agencies Industry Teams.

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About Russell E. Gaenzle at a glance

Russell E. Gaenzle is a business attorney based in Pittsford, New York, practicing at Harris Beach Murtha. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar. Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Economic Development Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Pittsford, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Gaenzle is a member of the firm and practices in the Public Finance and Economic Development Practice Group and with the Real Estate Developers, Energy, and Municipalities and Local Agencies Industry Teams
  • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America in economic development, he focuses his legal practice on municipal and tax-exempt bond financings, including manufacturing facilities, civic facilities, CCRC communities, and low income and pooled housing projects
  • He also assists clients with industrial development agency assisted transactions, sale-leaseback transactions, pilot increment financings, New York State Empire Zone transactions, Brownfield Tax Credits, 501(c)(3), hospital and other not-for-profit representation, general commercial and corporate law and economic development projects across New York
  • Mr. Gaenzle has significant experience representing industrial development agencies, urban renewal agencies and local development corporations throughout New York, as well as other local and state issuers as bond, transaction and general counsel
  • In addition, he has represented and currently represents numerous underwriting and placement firms and financial institutions on tax-exempt and taxable financings
  • Prior to joining Harris Beach in 1997, Mr. Gaenzle was a licensed private investigator handling patent and trademark infringement cases and white collar criminal investigations

Practice Areas Explained

Russell E. Gaenzle's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Russell E. Gaenzle handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Pittsford 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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Where is Russell E. Gaenzle's law office located?
Russell E. Gaenzle's law practice is located in Pittsford, New York. The firm is Harris Beach Murtha. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell E. Gaenzle handle?
Russell E. Gaenzle focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Russell E. Gaenzle go to law school?
Russell E. Gaenzle earned their education at (J.D., 1997).
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What awards or recognition has Russell E. Gaenzle received?
Russell E. Gaenzle's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Economic Development Law; Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Economic Development Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar

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