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Business Lawyers in Gates-North Gates, NY: 2026 rankings

10 business lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Gates-North Gates: Ronald J. Axelrod & Associates, LFR Score 63/100; 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Tully Rinckey PLLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 10.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Tully Rinckey PLLC, 127 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 10 ranked; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

10 Gates-North Gates business lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 10 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Business lawyers in Rochester ranking. See Business lawyers in Rochester

Top 10 business lawyers in Gates-North Gates at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 business lawyers in Gates-North Gates at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Ronald J. Axelrod & Associates634.8★ (34)Rochester, 10 mi away—Top score
2Tully Rinckey PLLC624.8★ (127)Rochester, 10 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
3Lacy Katzen LLP574.5★ (124)Rochester, 5 mi away——
4Morgenstern DeVoesick Kroll Proukou PLLC564.9★ (119)Brighton, 14 mi away——
5Evans Fox LLP564.6★ (98)Rochester, 7 mi away——
6Lacy Katzen LLP544.7★ (38)Rochester, 5 mi away——
7McLaud Law P.C.544.7★ (59)Rochester, 10 mi away——
8Dollinger Associates544.3★ (68)Rochester, 8 mi away——
9Boylan Code LLP503.9★ (12)Rochester, 6 mi away——
10Joe D'Angelo Law | Business and Trademark Lawyer495.0★ (4)North Bergen, 5 mi away——

All 10 business lawyers in Gates-North Gates, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 Tully Rinckey PLLC

    Based in Rochester, 10 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews, the most in Gates-North Gates.

    • 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    400 Linden Oaks #110, Rochester, NY 14625
    View profile for Tully Rinckey PLLC(585) 492-4700

  3. #3 Lacy Katzen LLP

    Based in Rochester, 5 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 124 Google reviews.

    • 4.5★ from 124 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    600 Bausch and Lomb Pl, Rochester, NY 14604
    View profile for Lacy Katzen LLP(585) 888-9662

  5. #5 Evans Fox LLP

    Based in Rochester, 7 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 98 Google reviews.

    • 4.6★ from 98 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Meridian Centre Blvd Ste 300, Rochester, NY 14618
    View profile for Evans Fox LLP(585) 787-7000

  6. #6 Lacy Katzen LLP

    Based in Rochester, 5 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 38 Google reviews.

    • 4.7★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1101 English Rd, Rochester, NY 14616
    View profile for Lacy Katzen LLP(585) 888-9662

  7. #7 McLaud Law P.C.

    Based in Rochester, 10 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 59 Google reviews.

    • 4.7★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    789 Linden Ave, Rochester, NY 14625
    View profile for McLaud Law P.C.(585) 397-7785

  9. #9 Boylan Code LLP

    Based in Rochester, 6 mi away

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 3.9★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    145 Culver Rd #100, Rochester, NY 14620
    View profile for Boylan Code LLP(585) 232-5300

How we ranked Gates-North Gates business lawyers

We scored 10 Gates-North Gates business lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Gates-North Gates data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a business lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many business law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask for a written estimate or flat fee for a defined piece of work before it starts.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a business lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Which of my contracts most need a review?
  • Can you work on a flat fee or a monthly retainer?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Business lawyers in Gates-North Gates: frequently asked questions

Which business lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Gates-North Gates?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked business lawyer in Gates-North Gates, NY is Ronald J. Axelrod & Associates with an LFR Score of 63/100. It has 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews. Tully Rinckey PLLC (#2) and Lacy Katzen LLP (#3) follow. We ranked 10 business lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many business lawyers are there in Gates-North Gates?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 10 business lawyers serving Gates-North Gates, NY. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which business lawyers in Gates-North Gates are open 24/7?

1 ranked business lawyer in Gates-North Gates posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Tully Rinckey PLLC (#2). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which business lawyers in Gates-North Gates work on weekends?

1 of 10 ranked business lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Tully Rinckey PLLC (#2). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Gates-North Gates business lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 10 rated business lawyers in Gates-North Gates is 4.7★, with a median of 64 reviews. Tully Rinckey PLLC has the most, 127 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank business lawyers?

Each business lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do business lawyers outside Gates-North Gates count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Gates-North Gates city center, our service radius for business lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can business lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do business lawyers in Gates-North Gates, NY charge?

Business lawyers bill hourly for disputes and complex deals and often offer flat fees for company formation, standard contracts or a monthly general counsel arrangement. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $400 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

When should a small business talk to a lawyer?

Common points are choosing a business structure, partner or shareholder agreements, signing a lease or major contract, buying or selling a business, and when a dispute starts. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of business lawyers in Gates-North Gates, NY ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Gates-North Gates?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Gates-North Gates

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 10 business lawyers serving Gates-North Gates.

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