Staff
Our team members live and breathe intellectual property law — so you can feel confident knowing they’ll smoothly guide you through the process of protecting your inventions, trademarks, and copyrights.
Our team prides itself on being friendly, thorough and committed to working with you to create the best outcomes.
Larry Slavin, ASBC
Director of Project Development
Larry Slavin brings his Wall Street experience in equities, business growth analysis, business valuation, and startups to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and inventors develop and increase the value of their business, brand, and/or product.
As the Director of Project Development and Accredited Small Business Consultant (ASBC), Larry connects with prospective clients, and then shares the step-by-step process to protect their intellectual property and increase the value of their business.
Rachel Markowitz
Paralegal
As an experienced paralegal, Rachel has an exceptional ability to multitask and prides herself on her attention to detail. Before joining Goldstein Patent Law, Rachel served as an absentee ballot clerk for the Monroe County Board of Elections, which sharpened her ability to ensure accuracy, a skill she still relies on daily.
Rachel is a graduate of State University of New York College at Geneseo, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in art history, with a minor in mathematics. When she is not working, Rachel enjoys gardening and music, as she is a concert-trained pianist.
Jennifer Sutter
Office Manager
Jennifer has been a part of Goldstein Patent Law for more than 20 years, giving her deep insight into the agency’s operations and client relations. Prior to joining GPL, Jennnifer worked in property management, where she developed a keen attention to detail that continues to serve her well today.
Jennifer especially appreciates the positive team dynamic at GPL. Over time, she’s come to see her coworkers as extended family and feels that further enhances their collective ability to deliver exceptional service.
Suzanne Czekalski
Customer Success Representative
Suzanne is a seasoned professional with more than 20 years of experience in financial services.. A clear communicator, Suzanne prides herself on her ability to listen to clients, understand their needs, and ultimately move the needle for them. She excels in project coordination, and brings a solution-oriented energy to her work.
Suzanne is a graduate of Saint Anselm College, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in finance. In her free time, she enjoys strolling on the beach with her dog, exercising at her local CrossFit studio and savoring Mexican food.
Phyllis Driscoll
Client Administrator
Phyllis brings extensive administration experience, both as an office manager and executive assistant. For the past decade, she has used her impeccable communication and organizational skills to ensure GPL clients’ needs are met seamlessly.
Phyllis studied business at Berkeley Business School. After having built a career at many leading agencies, Phyllis says she truly admires the GPL team’s commitment to client service in everything it does.
