Experienced Attorneys
Working for You
At Basch & Keegan LLP, our legal team is dedicated to helping you recover from the effects of negligence. Our goal in each case is to help our clients recover the compensation they deserve — but our mission is greater than that. We aim to provide exceptional service, stellar support, and informed guidance throughout the legal process.
We know the physical, financial, and emotional impact an injury can leave on a victim and their family. Our lawyers work to alleviate these hardships by offering tenacious legal advocacy and compassionate counseling to every injury victim we work with.
Our Support staff
Katherine Farley
- Title: Paralegal
- Kathrine is a Certified Paralegal. She works directly with partner John A. DeGasperis. After graduating from SUNY New Paltz, Katherine completed the Paralegal Certificate Program at Marist College. She is now an ambassador with the program, and a regular speaker at Marist College. She has been with Basch & Keegan since 2015 and has been a tremendous acquisition for the firm.
Marianne Greaves
- Title: Marketing Coordinator
- Marianne is the Marketing Coordinator for Basch & Keegan. She works directly with all four partners on brand awareness, media purchases and community relations. Marianne holds a BA in Communications from Marist College and has been with the firm since 2021. Since being hired Marianne has excelled in her role.
Carolina Landa
- Title: File/Scanner/Medical Records Clerk
- Carolina is a bilingual Spanish interpreter, and the backbone of Basch & Keegan, working as our File/Scanner/Medical Records Clerk. She handles all digital scanning & filling for our cloud-based file system and utilizes state of the art technology to get medical recorders faster and more convenient for the firm. Carolina also helps the attorneys and Spanish speaking clients communicate when language in a barrier. Hired in 2022, Carolina’s role is extremely important to the integrity of the firm, and we are delighted to have her as part of the team.
Kathy Murphy
- Title: Legal Assistant
- Kathy is a legal assistant, working directly with partner and co-founder Eli B. Basch. Kathy has been working with Basch & Keegan since Eli started his private practice in 1983. In addition to helping clients, Kathy is the office manager of Basch & Keegan. She ensures the offices of Basch & Keegan operate efficiently and smoothly. We are grateful to have Kathy as part of the team! She is extremely wise, highly organized, and self-motivated.
Lori Peutx
- Title: Receptionist
- Lori is the receptionist at Basch & Keegan. She is likely the first voice and face you hear and see when you call our office! Lori has been with the firm since 1994. Lori plays a vital role with the firm by performing new client intakes and directing all phone calls to proper channels. She is on the front line in helping our clients. Lori excels at articulating exactly what the client needs from the beginning. She enjoys talking with our clients and working with our attorneys, and we enjoy working with her!
Janna wade
- Title: Paralegal
- Janna is a paralegal, working directly with partner Derek J. Spada. Janna graduated from SUNY Albany and then went on to complete her Paralegal Certification from Marist College. Janna has been with Basch & Keegan since 2021 and is a valuable addition for Basch & Keegan to the firm.
Lori Wojciehowski
- Title: Legal Assistant
- Lori is a legal assistant and licensed Notary Public with Basch & Keegan. She has been with the firm for over 35 years! Lori works side-by-side with all attorneys in the firm, handling matters of Medicare and Medicaid liens and has become an asset in settlements. We are grateful for the hard work she does for the firm every day!

hUNDREDS Of millions of dollars recovered for our CLIENTS
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$4,000,000 | Tractor Trailer Accident
A truck driver was rear-ended by another trucker and suffered failed back syndrome.
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$4,000,000 | Motorcycle Accident
Our client was a 34-year-old driving a motorcycle into work when she struck a pothole with her front tire causing her to lose control and impact a guardrail. Our client was transported by helicopter to Albany Medical Center, having suffered serious injuries.
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$3,850,000 | Post-Operative Complication
Attorneys John A. DeGasperis and Eli B. Basch negotiated a multi-million dollar settlement on behalf of an Albany County woman who sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to hospital and physician malpractice.
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$3,750,000 | Slip & Fall
After a long and difficult battle, justice was obtained. Our client was a grandmother visiting a museum with her grandchildren. She tripped and fell on a ramp that led from one room to another within the museum.
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$3,300,000 | Floor Collapse
Our client literally fell through the floor.
Ready to help
Our attorneys have decades of experience practicing law. We are award-winning, knowledgeable lawyers who are members of the nation’s top legal associations and backed by a record of success.
To learn more about our legal team and to discuss the details of your case, schedule a free consultation with our lawyers by completing our contact formor calling (845) 251-4545. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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What sets us apart?
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We Understand How You FeelWe recognize the difficulty that injury victims face. Let us take some of the weight off your shoulders.
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Personalized & Passionate RepresentationWe consistently obtain excellent results because our opponents know we don’t back down. We are ready to fight for you.
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A History of SuccessWe’ve recovered tens of millions of dollars in compensation for personal injury victims in the Hudson Valley. Ask your friends and neighbors about us.
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For Us, Every Case Is PersonalOur attorneys spend significant time with each and every client, explaining the legal process and ensuring that our clients understand their options at every stage of their case.
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Proven Strategy for Getting Exceptional SettlementsWe work hard for our clients and prepare each case for trial. This proven strategy enables us to obtain higher settlement values on behalf of our clients.