Practice
Ralph K. Merzbach, the firm’s founding principal, concentrates his practice in transactional business law with special emphasis on capital formation, healthcare, startup company and merger and acquisition transactions.
Mr. Merzbach has represented clients across a broad spectrum of their business legal affairs from the ordinary to the complex. His work has included business combinations, private placements, venture capital transactions for investors and issuers, technology licensing, business succession planning, employment relationships, commercial leases, contract and business owner disputes, joint ventures, business formations, business owners’ agreements, distribution and supply relationships and lending transactions. His clients have ranged from public companies and institutions to small family-owned enterprises.
Education
Mr. Merzbach received his J.D. degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and his B.A. degree, with high distinction, from the University of Rochester.
Professional Affiliations
He is a member of the American, New York State and Monroe County Bar Associations.
Mr. Merzbach is listed in the current edition of Best Lawyers in America (Corporate Law) and has been recognized as an Upstate New York Super Lawyer (Business/Corporate Law).
Mr. Merzbach has lectured on business law topics at state and county bar association programs, at several universities and at business association functions.
Community Service
Mr. Merzbach serves on the Finance Committee of the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester and on the advisory board for YMCA Camp Gorham.
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Previous Experience
Before establishing his own practice in July 1998, Mr. Merzbach was a partner in the Rochester-based law firm of Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP, where he practiced since 1978 and, at the time of his departure, chaired the firm's Corporate Department.
