Ed Russell

Ed Russell currently serves as a Partner at Hodgson Russ LLP, a position held since February 2024. Prior to this role, Ed was a Partner at Underberg & Kessler LLP from April 2004 to February 2024, where leadership included chairing the Corporate & Business Practice Group and involvement in the Banking and Municipal Practice Groups. Expertise encompasses counsel for financial institutions, businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and municipal entities, focusing on private and public financing, contract negotiations, mergers and acquisitions, business planning, and compliance issues. Ed's legal career began at Harris Beach PLLC as an Attorney from September 1999 to March 2004 and included a role as a Paralegal at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates from June 1994 to June 1996. Educational credentials include a JD from the University at Buffalo Law School and a BA from McGill University.