Trusted. Experienced. Dedicated to Your Success.

At Farley & Kessler, P.C., we bring over four decades of combined legal experience to individuals, families, and businesses across New York. Our firm is built on a foundation of personalized service, deep legal knowledge, and a relentless commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

Whether you’re navigating a real estate transaction, facing a family dispute, or pursuing justice in a personal injury matter, we offer clear guidance and strong representation every step of the way.

Meet the Attorneys

Cary David Kessler, Esq.

Attorney at Law

Bar Admissions

  • New York State Bar (1988)
  • Washington, D.C. Bar (1989)
  • Connecticut Bar (1988)

Education

  • J.D., Touro College – Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, 1987
  • B.A., Stony Brook University, 1974

Professional Memberships

  • New York State Bar Association
  • Queens County Bar Association
  • Nassau County Bar Association
  • Suffolk County Bar Association

Professional Experience

  • Registered Lobbyist – New York City
  • General Counsel, AMOA-NY (Amusement and Music Owners Association of New York, Inc.)
  • Former Legislative Assistant and Counsel, New York State Assembly (1975–1988)
  • Court-Appointed Roles (OCA Fiduciary #162605)
    • Referee
    • Court Evaluator
    • Receiver

Our Approach

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every client is unique, and so is every case. At Farley & Kessler, P.C., we combine legal precision with personal attention—delivering strategies that are as practical as they are powerful.

Richard L. Farley, Esq.

Attorney at Law

Bar Admissions

  • New York State Bar (1983)
  • Federal Bar (1983)

Education

  • J.D., St. John’s University School of Law, 1982
  • B.B.A., Hofstra University, 1979

Professional Memberships

  • New York State Bar Association
  • Nassau County Bar Association
  • New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Professional Experience

  • Former Adjunct Professor, Nassau County Community College – Criminal Law & Procedure
  • Former Village Attorney, Village of Oyster Bay Cove
  • Arbitrator, Nassau County District Court – Small Claims Part
  • Hearing Officer, Fee Conciliation Committee, Nassau County Bar
  • Court-Appointed Roles (OCA Fiduciary #174675)
    • Guardian, Guardian ad Litem, Court Evaluator
    • Attorney for AIP (Alleged Incapacitated Person)
    • Trustee, Receiver, Counsel to Receiver
    • Counsel to Guardian, Referee