Overview
Founded in 1927, Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP enjoys an enviable reputation among lawyers, judges and the public it serves.
Its partners include past or current officers of the New York State Bar Association, the Federation of the Bar of the Sixth Judicial District and seven past Presidents of the Broome County Bar Association.
Members of the firm have been named to numerous honorary organizations and listings including the American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel, the American College of Trial Lawyers, Who’s Who in American Law, and Best Lawyers in America. In what has been the largest law firm merger in Broome County history, the prominent law firm of Chernin & Gold, also founded in 1927, joined Levene Gouldin & Thompson in 2000. The result yielded a practice that now features multiple offices and branches with over 75 attorneys and paralegals. Members of the firm are also admitted in a variety of other states including: Pennsylvania, Florida, Massachusetts, Illinois, Missouri and Georgia – with active practices in many of those states. Clients of the firm benefit from its commitment to increased efficiency through innovation and technology.
Whether advising local business owners on matters of development or tax planning, counseling senior citizens about the legal consequences of aging, helping an individual or family purchase a new home, or representing an accident victim seeking just compensation for personal injuries, the members and staff of Levene Gouldin & Thompson are committed to pursuing a standard of excellence coupled with and complemented by a compassionate concern for all those whom they are privileged to serve.
Its partners include past or current officers of the New York State Bar Association, the Federation of the Bar of the Sixth Judicial District and seven past Presidents of the Broome County Bar Association.
Members of the firm have been named to numerous honorary organizations and listings including the American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel, the American College of Trial Lawyers, Who’s Who in American Law, and Best Lawyers in America. In what has been the largest law firm merger in Broome County history, the prominent law firm of Chernin & Gold, also founded in 1927, joined Levene Gouldin & Thompson in 2000. The result yielded a practice that now features multiple offices and branches with over 75 attorneys and paralegals. Members of the firm are also admitted in a variety of other states including: Pennsylvania, Florida, Massachusetts, Illinois, Missouri and Georgia – with active practices in many of those states. Clients of the firm benefit from its commitment to increased efficiency through innovation and technology.
Whether advising local business owners on matters of development or tax planning, counseling senior citizens about the legal consequences of aging, helping an individual or family purchase a new home, or representing an accident victim seeking just compensation for personal injuries, the members and staff of Levene Gouldin & Thompson are committed to pursuing a standard of excellence coupled with and complemented by a compassionate concern for all those whom they are privileged to serve.
Rankings
Regional
Binghamton
Tier
1
Binghamton
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)Tier
1
Binghamton
Elder LawTier
1
Binghamton
Litigation - Labor and EmploymentTier
1
Binghamton
Medical Malpractice Law - DefendantsTier
1
Binghamton
Real Estate LawTier
1
Binghamton
Trusts and EstatesSelect Clients
Guthrie Health Care/Robert Packer Hospital Joint Landowners Coalition of New York, Inc. Koffman Enterprises M&T Bank McFarland-Johnson, Inc. NBT Bank Newman Development Group Olum's Inc. United Health Services United Methodist Homes William Run Foods, Inc.
Rankings
Regional
Binghamton
Tier
1
Binghamton
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)Tier
1
Binghamton
Elder LawTier
1
Binghamton
Litigation - Labor and EmploymentTier
1
Binghamton
Medical Malpractice Law - DefendantsTier
1
Binghamton
Real Estate LawTier
1
Binghamton
Trusts and EstatesTier
2
Binghamton
Litigation - Trusts and EstatesTier
2
Binghamton
Personal Injury Litigation - DefendantsTier
3
Binghamton
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsPractice Areas
Levene Gouldin & Thompson LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 9 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Banking and Finance Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Elder Law
- Energy Law
- Estate Planning
- Family Law
- Health Care Law
- Insurance Law
- Litigation
- Litigation - Insurance
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Special Needs
- Trusts and Estates
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Levene Gouldin & Thompson LLP proudly has 13 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Client Comments
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Awards
Levene Gouldin & Thompson LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Levene Gouldin & Thompson LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Levene Gouldin & Thompson LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Sertoma "Service to Mankind"
NYSBA President's Pro Bono Award
Jewish Federation
Empire State Counsel
United Way of Broome County for 10 consecutive years of participation in the "Day of Caring Program"
2011 Outstanding Business Partner Award from the Broome-Tioga BOCES School-to-Careers Partnership
USTA Eastern Corporate Service Award
NYSBA Ruth G. Schapiro Award to Kathryn Grant Madigan
PA Bar Foundation Louis J. Goffman Award to James Carroll, Jr. for outstanding pro bono service
Offices & Contacts
Vestal, NY
450 Plaza Drive
Vestal, NY 13850
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Ithaca, NY
200 E. Buffalo Street, Suite 502
Ithaca, NY 14850
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Whitney Point, NY
2912 US Route 11
Whitney Point, NY 13862
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Montrose, PA
50 Public Avenue
Montrose, PA 18801
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