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Stuart S. Smith is a senior trial attorney admitted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, with extensive experience litigating complex matters in both state and federal courts. His practice focuses primarily on commercial disputes, insurance coverage, toxic torts, healthcare, and products liability.
Stuart has served as both trial and lead counsel, achieving successful outcomes-including multimillion‑dollar results-for a diverse range of clients in the manufacturing, construction, commercial business, and professional services sectors. His background reflects a deep command of high‑stakes litigation and a proven ability to navigate challenging, technical, and multifaceted cases.
Stuart is a veteran of more than 49 marathons and 50Ks, completed across 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Russo & Gould is pleased to announce the elevation of Trishe Hynes to partner, effective January 1, 2026. Trishe joined Russo & Gould as a senior associate in 2020 and has since advised clients on a wide range of matters, including New York State Labor Law violations, construction defects, high exposure multi-party motor vehicle accidents, appellate advocacy, and insurance coverage issues. Clients value her laser focus and fluency in managing all aspects of litigation, from appeals, motion practice, and court appearances to oral arguments, depositions, and hearings.
On October 9, 2025, attorneys from Russo & Gould LLP took center stage at the Defense Association of New York (DANY) CLE seminar, The Nuts and Bolts of Summary Jury Trial - Expedited Justice, held at the State Insurance Fund Building in Lower Manhattan.