Albany, N.Y. (September 6, 2013) – Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C., has been granted certification as a Women Business Enterprise (“WBE”) by the New York State Department of Economic Development, making the firm the largest certified WBE law firm in Upstate New York as well as in 57 of 62 counties across New York State.

“As a woman in what is still a very heavily male dominated profession, it is a privilege to be part of one of the largest majority women-owned law firms in New York State. Having official certification from the State of New York strengthens our position within the communities we serve and will be a key component in our future growth,” says Claudia A. Ryan, firm principal and firm President.

On October 3 and 4, 2013, Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C. will be exhibiting at the New York State MWBE Forum, the largest statewide business opportunities event for MWBEs.