To the greatest extent possible, the Attorney for Children staff share job responsibilities, although individual staff specialize in certain areas. Unless you know with whom you want to speak it is best to call the general number (585) 530-3170 to be connected with the person best able to answer your question. All staff are happy to assist attorneys for children and the public in any way we can.

Program Director

Linda Kostin, Esq.
(585) 530-3170
[email protected]

Jennifer McLaren, Esq.
Deputy Director
(585) 530-3176
[email protected]

Jennifer Kohler, MPA
Senior Court Analyst
(585) 530-3177
[email protected]

Amy Hugyecz
Principal Court Analyst
(585) 530-3173
[email protected]

Gretchen Ippolito
Senior Court Analyst
(585) 530-3172
[email protected]

Jill Ziembiec, LMSW
Principal Court Analyst
(585) 530-3037
[email protected]

Shannon Ealy
Assistant Court Analyst
(585) 530-3171
[email protected]




Attorneys for Children Program

Linda J. Kostin, Esq.
Program Director

50 East Avenue
Rochester, New York 14604
Phone: (585)530-3170
Fax: (585)530-3175