About Marc Stephen
Marc S — Brown is an attorney at Reeve Brown PLLC, located in Rochester, New York. He specializes in construction law, commercial litigation, legal malpractice, and personal injury cases. With over 20 years of legal experience, he has represented clients, including owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and bonding companies. His extensive background includes handling various aspects of construction contracts, lien law, trust fund matters, construction defects, and surety claims. In addition to his work in construction law, Marc has defended architects and engineers in professional liability disputes related to building design negligence. This facet of his practice highlights his knowledge of the construction industry and the legal challenges it faces.
Marc earned his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law in 1995. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at Oswego in 1991. Following his education, he was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1995 and is also authorized to practice before the U.S. District Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of New York. At Reeve Brown PLLC, Marc focuses on construction and surety law, commercial litigation, legal malpractice, and personal injury.
He has successfully tried numerous cases to verdict and has handled a variety of arbitrations and appeals in courts across New York State. His commercial litigation experience includes contract disputes involving real property and agriculture, where he has represented landowners, growers, seed suppliers, and wholesalers. He has also prosecuted claims under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA), further demonstrating his expertise in agricultural law. Before joining Reeve Brown PLLC, Marc was a partner at Hiscock & Barclay, LLP, where he chaired the Construction & Surety Law Practice Area. His leadership in this role allowed him to shape the firm's approach to construction law. From 2012 to 2022, Marc was recognized as a Super Lawyer in Upstate New York for Construction Litigation, evidence of his skill and dedication in this field.
He has also received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which reflects his high ethical standards and legal ability. Marc is actively involved in both his community and professional organizations. He has served on the Board of Directors for The Legal Aid Society of Rochester and the Rochester Association of Performing Arts. In addition to his legal work, he is an Adjunct Faculty Member at The Charles Finney School and serves as a Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 208 in Fairport, NY. At Reeve Brown PLLC, Marc continues to provide comprehensive legal services, leveraging his experience to effectively represent clients in complex legal matters.
