In recognition of his decades of distinguished service to Brooklyn Law School, Jeffrey D. Forchelli was named Trustee Emeritus at the school. Mr. Forchelli joined the Board of Trustees in 2005 and has played a pivotal role in guiding the Law School and supporting generations of students and faculty. As Trustee Emeritus, Mr. Forchelli will continue to be part of the Law School family, offering…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP warmly congratulates James C. Ricca, a partner and the firm’s Chairperson of the Banking & Finance practice group, on being selected by Long Island Business News’ editorial team as a 2025 Long Island Business Influencer: Law. This special section profiles individuals whose dedication, both in the legal profession and the community, have had a positive impact on Long Island. The highlighted…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP is proud to announce that Gregory S. Lisi, a partner and Chair of the firm’s Employment & Labor practice group, was selected to be an Honoree of the Nassau County Bar Association’s WE CARE Fund’s 2025 Golf & Tennis Classic. Every year, this event shines a spotlight on individuals who have made a significant impact on the legal profession and Nassau…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP’s Chairman and Co-Managing Partner, Jeffrey D. Forchelli, was selected by his peers for inclusion in the 32nd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. He has been recognized annually since 2018. In addition, the following partners were recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®: Stephanie M. Alberts…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP is proud to announce that Linda Tierney, the law firm’s Director of Office Management, was appointed Vice President of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Long Island Chapter. She will serve a one-year term. The Long Island Chapter of the ALA, with over 40 members from premier law firms across Long Island, was formed in 1989 to provide support to those…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP is pleased to announce that Daniel S. Dornfeld, a partner in the Real Estate, IDA Benefits and Government Incentives, Corporate, and Cannabis practice groups, was selected to serve on the Board of Directors for The Real Estate Institute of Long Island Located at Stony Brook University effective July 23, 2025. “It was my honor to sponsor Dan for membership based on…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP proudly announces that John P. Gordon, a partner in the firm’s Industrial Development Agency (IDA) Benefits and Government Incentives practice group, was featured in City & State's 2025 Long Island Trailblazers list. This list shines a spotlight on trailblazers from Long Island in business, higher education, labor and more. Mr. Gordon is a real estate attorney with a focus on helping…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP congratulates the following attorneys on their recent Nassau County Bar Association Committee appointments: Lisa M. Casa, a partner in the firm’s Employment & Labor practice group, was appointed Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Committee. She will serve a two-year term. Ms. Casa, a Massapequa Park, NY resident, earned her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and her B.S. and B.A.…

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP proudly announces that Michael A. Berger, an associate in the firm’s Employment & Labor and Veterinary practice groups, was appointed First Vice President of Nassau Lawyers’ Association of Long Island, Inc. Mr. Berger concentrates his practice on counseling and defending employers on various employment and labor law issues, including wage and hour, discrimination and retaliation. In the Veterinary practice group, he…

“Camila shows uncommon poise for a newly admitted lawyer. She’s a strategic thinker who makes smart, confident decisions throughout the workday. Camila has proven to have strong lawyering skills as well. She is a concise writer and thorough researcher. She is an effective communicator with adversaries and clients. Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP is thrilled she is with us!” - Douglas Atkins, Partner, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP.…