I had some issues with obtaining a security clearance in the past and when my dream job offered me a position contingent upon my ability to get a clearance, I reached out to the firm for help. Tony was very attentive to my needs and provided clear, concise, and timely advice. It was reassuring to have someone so knowledgable available for a consult while I went through the clearance process. At the end of the day it was a success! The clearance was obtained. I would definitely recommend Tony to others with similar concerns.
Mr. Kuhn helped me through a case in which his military law experience proved superior. He guided me through the process and helped all charges get dropped. I would definitely hire him again, but I hope I never have to.
Anthony is an aggressive and proactive attorney practicing in the areas of military law, security clearance representation, federal labor and employment, private employment/corporations and criminal defense. As a Partner at Tully Rinckey, Anthony has served as Managing Partner of three separate offices - Buffalo, Syracuse and Binghmton and as the Practice Chair for three separate practice areas - Military Law, National Security/Security Clearance and Education Law. Anthony serves as a member of the firm's Executive Committee and as the Chair of the firm's Business Development Committee. Anthony is the Chair of the 2019, 2020 and 2021 VETCON Alliance and the Chair of the Bar Asscoiateion of Erie County's Committee for Service Members and Veterans' Legal Issues. Anthony co-founded and instucts as an adjunct professor the University at Buffalo School of Law Veterans Law Practicum. Anthony has spent more than 26 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve. He has served as a senior drill sergeant, first sergeant and acting commander of a combat engineer drill sergeant company and acting Operations SGM at a Brigade Headquarters. As an attorney, Anthony has successfully represented service members, veterans, federal agents and employees in actions involving administrative separations, medical disability retirements, criminal matters, security clearance revocations and suspensions, VA service-connected compensation matters, ROTC disenrollments, and more. Anthony has represented many clients before the DOHA, DOE, DHS, FBI, military Administrative Separation Boards, multiple branches' Formal Physical Evaluation Boards (PEB), ROTC Disenrollment hearings, hearings before the Board of Veterans Appeals, and more.
Anthony is a VA accredited attorney and is admitted to practcie before the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the Criminal Court of Appeals for the Navy-Marine Corps, the Criminal Court of Appeals for the Air Force, The Army Court of Criminal Appeals, and the Armed Forces Criminal Court of Appeals. Anthony is also currently a member of multiple not-for-profit boards, and he serves as general counsel for local for profit and not-for-profit corporations.
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Speedy and successful help
I had some issues with obtaining a security clearance in the past and when my dream job offered me a position contingent upon my ability to get a clearance, I reached out to the firm for help. Tony was very attentive to my needs and provided clear, concise, and timely advice. It was reassuring to have someone so knowledgable available for a consult while I went through the clearance process. At the end of the day it was a success! The clearance was obtained. I would definitely recommend Tony to others with similar concerns.
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Posted by Alex | June 13, 2022
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Mr. Kuhn is the man!
Mr. Kuhn helped me through a case in which his military law experience proved superior. He guided me through the process and helped all charges get dropped. I would definitely hire him again, but I hope I never have to.
Posted by Matthew | June 9, 2022
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Miracle Worker!!!!
I hired Anthony after an altercation I had with security guards and Law Enforcement. I thought for sure my 23 year military career was going to come crashing down. I was facing 7 pretty serious charges. After my very first conversation with Anthony he was able to give me hope. Anthony was able to get all but 1 charge dropped and got me into a program that once I complete that 1 charge gets dropped from a criminal offence down to a violation. not only did he represent me in the civil court he represented me through the military process as well. In the end the military did not peruse any charges and I was able to retire on time under honorable conditions. he is an extremely great person to have fighting for you and his prices are unbelievable. I would have happily paid 3 or 4 times the about he charged me. If you are looking for a great attorney, you are in luck!! This is your guy!!
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Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2022
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Excellent Service
Anthony provided quick, insightful advice. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Bubba | December 14, 2021
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Excellence
I found myself needing help with a legal problem that i had fallen into and my first instinct was to reach out to Mr. Tony Kuhn. I have known Tony for quite some time and have watched as he's climbed every mountain in front of him to reach this pinnacle in his professional life. Knowing how hard he has worked and how much success he's had led me directly to his counsel. He provided me with an amazing co-workers contact information (peter pullano) and in doing so my fears and my worries subsided. Mr. Pullano led me through my legal problem with ease and my mistake didn't have a chance to define me. Near the end of my case i needed Tony to step in for my final court date due to schedule conflict and he changed his schedule around to accommodate mine. He swore by not only his co worker but by his firm. He has always been and continues to be a stand up man and even more so a truly great friend. I would recommend Tony 1,000 times over if i could. Fear and Uncertainty were met with Ease and Peace of Mind....Thank You Tony!!!!
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Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2021
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Go-to Lawyer for all security clearance issues
I had an intricate case involving a security clearance suspension after a polygraph. I had a consultation with Tony where he diligently listened to my concerns, explained the process and recommended a viable course of action. I retained Tony, and he went to work immediately. He crafted a detailed supplemental submission and guided me though the process step by step. A few weeks after submitting the documents, my clearance was reinstated and shortly after I received a full employment offer from a federal agency.
Tony is a true professional. He is very knowledgeable, honest and sympathetic. He worked very hard to help me get my security clearance reinstated, and I am forever grateful!
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Posted by Tony | April 7, 2021
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One of the best attorneys in the country!!!
Mr. Anthony Kuhn exceeded my expectations when he handled my case!!! His knowledge of the law is the reason that the outcome was fantastic!! He goes above and beyond what is expected of an attorney! I have recommended Mr. Kuhn to all of my friends because he is not only an outstanding litigator, but also a good person!! Sincerely, Tony Cook
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Response from Anthony KuhnApril 7, 2021
Thank you for the kind words. It was an honor to work with you, and I am glad that we had the opportunity to become friends. Stay in touch!
Posted by Cheryl | December 16, 2020
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Veterans representing veterans
This is the time of year when we reflect on the past twelve months and how we were affected by our actions and those of others. Mr. Kuhn was faced with a difficult situation when he agreed to represent our son. He knew what needed to be done, he trusted our son to be truthful and he represented him fairly. Being a veteran himself, gave him insight into the challenges our son was facing. His knowledge and experience was just what we needed. His faith in the system was what gave us faith for a positive outcome. We highly recommend Mr. Kuhn.
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Posted by anonymous | May 5, 2020
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Military matter rebttal
I hired Mr. Anthony Kuhn in May 2016 regarding a military matter involving a complex set of circumstances. Our initial discussions involved developing an objective or outcome I was willing to live with.
Discussing a realistic approach to how long the process would take and how much money I was willing to spend on the overall endeavor. Money was not necessarily an impediment to the situation, whereas the overall timeline was more important to reach retirement eligibility.
His communication and strategy to engage the unit involving my matter was excellent. Through detailed analysis of email and personal statements of parties involved we developed an approach to simply, I say simply detail a solid rebuttal to the allegations laid out.
Closure of this matter took approximately 14 months, with the culminating event of securing a retirement for my family in May 2020. I am truly humbled and thankful for the effort Mr. Kuhn put forth on my behalf. I highly recommend hiring Mr. Kuhn for matters involving military injustice.
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Response from Anthony KuhnAugust 5, 2020
It was an honor to assist you in obtaining the benefits that you deserve. Thank you for your service and for trusting me with such an important matter!
Posted by Kyle | November 7, 2019
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Excellent Small Business Attorney
Tony took care of all the legal documentation that I needed to set up my electrical contracting business. With this being the first time that I have attempted to start my own business, I wanted to make sure that everything was properly submitted. Tony walked me through every step, answered all my questions, recommended what type of legal entity to set up, and filed all the paperwork. A super professional that provides exceptional service. He even gave me an excellent recommendation for business insurance and my first two customers!
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Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2019
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Government Contractor
Mr. Kuhn guided me through a clear, concise, and factual explanation of my situation, avoiding extraneous information that would have potentially clouded the issue and impeded my background investigation. Without his expertise I believe my case could have taken a much different path.
Posted by Robert | August 19, 2019
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Highly attentive and capable
Prior to Anthony, I was assigned two (2) lawyers to handle my petition. Of which, neither properly represented my interests. I was not happy and losing precious time to achieve a vital deadline Not only did Anthony navigate a tough situation with a disgruntled client, he adeptly prepared a submission that would ultimately lead to a positive outcome. Against the odds, my outcome was nothing short of absolute success. Without Anthony, this wouldn't be possible. He is very professional, attentive and, most importantly, capable. Thank you, Anthony!
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2019
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Happy Client
Mr. Kuhn was persistent with my case. This case took awhile but the verdict was worth the wait. He was able to get me the verdict that I was looking for. He was able reverse my discharge from OTH to Honorable.
Response from Anthony KuhnJuly 30, 2019
It was an honor to help you obtain the relief you deserve. Too many of our nation's veterans are separated with the stigma of a less than honorable discharge after putting their lives on hold to preserve our way of life. Thank you for your patience, and congratulations again!
Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2018
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Worth it!
I hired Tony for a criminal defense issue as well as a security clearance issue. I was never charged with anything and I am eligible for a security clearance. It was 100% successful!
Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2017
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Tony (Anthony) Kuhn Saved My Military Career
This review is long overdue (close to year and a half).
I hired Tony to fight a disenrollment action from my ROTC program. Without going into too many details, Tony was nothing short of spectacular. He helped me defend my innocence with tenacity and was empathetic to my situation. What impressed me the most about Tony was his ability to foresee how each stage of my disenrollment would play out. It is safe to assume that his foreseeing ability could only be possible because of two reasons:
1. It is due to his extensive ROTC disenrollment knowledge.
or
2. He is a clairvoyant.
Joking aside, thanks to Tony I recently just commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army.
Words cannot describe my gratitude because I truly believe I would have lost my case if I did not hire Tony.
If you are looking for a subject matter expert regarding ROTC disenrollments, look no further because Tony is your answer.
Thank you once again Tony.
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Response from Anthony KuhnFebruary 5, 2018
This was a great opportunity to defend a stellar future officer caught up in the tangled web of improperly applied regulations and procedural errors that are common in many ROTC disenrollment cases. Thank you for trusting us to assist you in such an important matter!
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2017
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Excellent Lawyer
I failed a urine analysis and received general discharge. It was my only mistake in 8 years of service. Tony provided an outstanding argument to Army and I received an upgrade. Tony is experienced lawyer, who is still a service member, that provides excellent services and is well-prepared. Furthermore, he consistently communicated throughout the process and was well-prepared. His services are unmatched and I highly recommend him.
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Response from Anthony KuhnApril 2, 2019
It was an honor to assist with such an important matter. Many service members are unaware of the opportunities that exist to upgrade their discharge and restore precious benefits (helathcare, disability payments, educational benefits, etc.). I was honored to be trusted with leading the charge to restore your benefits!
Posted by Charles | November 2, 2017
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Counseling on Secret Security Clearance
While awaiting an interview with the Bureau of Background Investigations, my family hired Mr. Anthony Kuhn to provide us with guidance on what to expect during my interview and advised me on how to assist the interviewing agent with correcting errors on my SF-86 form. Mr. Kuhn was prompt with answering my questions and was proactive in contacting me via email and telephone. After my interview was complete, Mr. Kuhn emphasized the fact that he would be available to answer any further questions I may have had while I waited for my request to process. I believe that Mr. Kuhn's guidance directly contributed to my successful interview with the Bureau of Background Investigations; an integral part of my commissioning as an officer in the U.S. Army.
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Response from Anthony KuhnFebruary 5, 2018
Thank you for the opportunity to get involved at such an early stage. Generally, the earlier we get involved, the better the chance of a successful outcome. It was a pleasure representing you.
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2017
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Military Police Officer Retained
I am active duty Army, and I have had some recent issues that could easily have resulted in my being court-martialed and involuntarily separated from the Army if it weren’t for the excellent legal advice and assistance I received from Mr. Kuhn. As a long-time veteran of the Armed Forces, he understood the military criminal justice process and the follow-on security clearance process better than most. Despite being falsely accused of a SHARP violation and later being charged with a DUI, Anthony was able to assist me in protecting my interests and in putting together a strategy and defense that would ultimately result in my being retained both in the Army and as a Military Police Officer. Additionally, after receiving notification of revocation of my security clearance, Anthony assisted me in compiling favorable mitigating evidence and drafting a response to the proposed action. We were able to mitigate the government’s concern at an early stage. I recently received acknowledgement that I will retain my clearance and continue with my military career. Just as I would expect from any senior NCO, Anthony is technically proficient in what he does, and he is responsive and attentive to his clients’ needs. He treated me like a personal friend and not just a client throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Anthony to any service member or veteran dealing with a military or security clearance issue. Mr. Kuhn can help you get the result you need.
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Response from Anthony KuhnApril 2, 2019
There aren't enough service members who understand that they have Due Process protections and can hire an attorney to advocate on their behalf. I was honored to have the opportunity to do this for you. I'm glad everything worked out!
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2017
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Prompt, considered advice
My son had a problem with an Army security clearance. We felt we needed immediate advice and turned to Anthony Kuhn based on Web sites we researched. My son and I were able to speak with Mr. Kuhn promptly and he gave needed advice that only a skilled attorney would have. Mr. Kuhn and his staff followed up. We trusted him and he trusted us. The security clearance was granted.
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Posted by Emmanuel | October 5, 2017
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TS/SCI Re-Instated
My case was very unique. However, Mr. Kuhn understood and gave me his honest opinion which aligned with my opinion. We had to fight and stay true in the case. Mr. Kuhn kept in touch with me for about a year; weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly contact. His staff and him were available when I had questions and they were answered as soon as possible. Mr. Kuhn displayed what a true friend does when in bad times. He didn't "act" or show intentions of "this is only for money," he demonstrated true professionalism and a natural friend connection. He was very confident when we entered the Final Deciding Official in my case. He was well prepared with questions and had answers - no hesitation at all. Again, he demonatrated exactly what a true friend does when he/she defends you against others when facing criticism and false narratives.
This gentleman is totally honest and God has blessed his path and journey to continue helping others who are unjustly convicted.
As long as you are honest with him - totally honest, he will prevail for you.
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Military law Attorney | Jun 23
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Tony is an excellent advocate and I strongly endorse him. His significant experience and expertise in the field of military law is highly impressive and he provides outstanding legal service to all of his clients."
Military law Attorney | Jun 08
Relationship: Co-worker
"Attorney Kuhn has been amazing working with at Tully Rinckey. He is always professional and goes out of his way to help others. He is eager to answer any questions, and has been a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
Military law Attorney | Jan 05
Relationship: Co-worker
"Tony is an excellent attorney and a fantastic manager. He is an asset to our firm. His case work is superb as his is record. I fully endorse him for legal representation."
Military law Attorney | Mar 17
Relationship: Co-worker
"Anthony is a fantastic attorney with a wealth of knowledge in Military Law and Security Clearance Representation. I would welcome any and every opportunity to work with him."
Military law Attorney | Apr 19
Relationship: Co-worker
"Anthony is an exceptionally hard working and knowledgable attorney who gets results for his clients. Anthony is also highly efficient with his time and is a very pleasant person to work with. I fully endorse this lawyer and strongly recommend him."
Real estate Attorney | Jun 29
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. Tony is a caring team leader who treats his employees with respect and makes sure they have all the support they need to do their best for the firm's clients. He is an excellent attorney who strives and does provide outstanding legal services to all of his clients."
Military law Attorney | Nov 03
Relationship: Co-worker
"Tony is an excellent advocate and a thoroughly knowledgeable attorney. Veterans can rely on his extensive military experience; his moral courage and selfless service set the standard for every case he takes up. He is thorough, insightful, and dedicated. I endorse this lawyer."
Military law Attorney | Nov 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tony is an excellent lawyer and I strongly endorse him. His significant experience and expertise in the field of military law is highly impressive. I had the pleasure of working with him on several matters recently. He remains calm under pressure and is extremely considerate of and attentive to his clients' unique situations and needs."
Military law Attorney | Oct 05
Relationship: Co-worker
"Anthony is skilled in military law. I've known him to work extremely hard for his client (some of which are veterans) to reap the most positive results for his clients."
Military law Attorney | Oct 04
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Tony Kuhn impressed me years ago and continues to do so. He understands military Clients and is unsurpassed in his commitment to a successful outcome for his Clients!"
Military law Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I highly endorse this attorney. I have known Tony for many years and we currently practice in the same area of law. He is always a strong advocate for his client, very well prepared, and a true credit to the legal profession."
Military law Attorney | Jun 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Tony is a conscientious and dedicated attorney who always seeks the best results for his clients. He is committed to developing his clients' narratives and presenting a well reasoned and researched work product. I wholeheartedly endorse him!"
"Tony is a knowledgeable and skilled attorney who is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He is an asset to the Buffalo legal community and I highly recommend him."