Christopher J. Baiamonte joined the Mackenzie Hughes Litigation department in September 2025. He concentrates his practice on civil and commercial litigation, including environmental law, municipal and land use disputes, and complex business matters. He represents clients in state and federal courts across New York in cases involving contract disputes, property and real estate litigation, zoning and permitting challenges, and environmental liability under statutes such as CERCLA and the New York Navigation Law. He also advises municipalities on compliance with SEQRA, zoning codes, and renewable energy siting. In his free time, Chris enjoys running, live music, local sporting events, and the outdoors.
Practice Areas
Professional and Community Activities
- New York State Bar Association
- Onondaga County Bar Association
- Guest lecturer, Syracuse University College of Law, Zoning and Land Use
- Annual Zoning Law Update and Training Program presenter, Town of DeWitt/Syracuse University College of Law
Education
- Juris Doctorate, Syracuse University, Magna Cum Laude
- Bachelor of Science, Keuka College, Cum Laude
Admissions
- New York State
- United States District Court for the Northern District of New York
Recognitions
- Certificate of Recognition for Pro Bono Service, United States District Court for the Northern District of New York
- Author, Stopping Third-Party Debt Buyers from Using National Bank Act Preemption to Dodge State Usury Laws, 69 Syracuse Law Review 127 (2019)
- Samuel J.M. Donnelly Publication Award for excellence in legal writing
News
Mackenzie Hughes Adds Attorneys Christine Decker and Christopher J. Baiamonte
Mackenzie Hughes LLP is pleased to announce the recent additions of attorneys Christine Decker and Christopher J. Baiamonte to the firm. Christine Decker joined the Trusts and Estates Department, where she concentrates her practice on estate planning, taxation and the administration of trusts and estates. She assists individuals, families and business owners in preparing for […]