Candidate for Onadaga County Legislature
WoodruffCarroll
35 Years of Service to Syracuse
A local attorney with deep roots in our community. I believe in pragmatic, common-sense solutions that put people first — less bureaucracy, more accountability, and a city where every business and family can thrive.
45 Years of Law
in Syracuse
I am an attorney with 45 years of experience practicing law in the City of Syracuse. My family has practiced law here for three generations. I am running to help out the community and bring honesty, business growth, balance, pragmatism, efficiency and common sense to government.
We have a lot of social problems. The youth are unemployed. Our youth crime rate and violence are way too high. I am forming a not for profit to help with it.
We need fiscal honesty and integrity in the government, economic growth and jobs. Our infrastructure is in poor repair, our water system is 125 years old, roads, fire hydrants etc need to be repaired.
"You identify the problem, analyze it and adopt a cheap, common sense solution that solves the problem without being overly attached to ideological goals at a reasonable price."
Building a Better Syracuse
Improved Government Efficiency
Greater efficiency means the same necessary services are delivered at costs people can afford. The inefficient is reformed so necessary services reach every resident at an affordable price.
Jobs, Business Development & Growth
Business growth is what pays the bills. Syracuse must be competitive with other areas. We cannot unreasonably burden businesses and expect them to compete or locate here. A level playing field for all.
Civil Rights & Equal Justice
With a career rooted in civil rights litigation, I bring first-hand experience ensuring that every resident of Syracuse — regardless of background — is treated with fairness and dignity under the law.
Community-First Governance
Your support is essential. I appreciate your input in helping all of us create a better future for Syracuse — one built on honest dialogue, real accountability, and genuine service.
Invest in Syracuse's Future
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Campaign Website: woodyforthefuture.com
Jurisdiction: Syracuse, New York
Woodruff Carroll
Attorney · Community Servant · Syracuse Native
45 Years of Law &
Life in Syracuse
I am an attorney with 45 years of experience practicing law in the City of Syracuse. My family has practiced law here for three generations. I am running to help out the community and bring honesty, business growth, balance, pragmatism, efficiency and common sense to government.
We have a lot of social problems. The youth are unemployed. Our youth crime rate and violence are way too high. I am forming a not for profit to help with it.
We need fiscal honesty and integrity in the government, economic growth and jobs. Our infrastructure is in poor repair, our water system is 125 years old, roads, fire hydrants etc need to be repaired.
"You identify the problem, analyze it and adopt a cheap, common sense solution that solves the problem without being overly attached to ideological goals at a reasonable price."
I believe in making decisions on the merits. You identify the problem, analyze it and adopt a cheap, common sense solution that solves the problem without being overly attached to ideological goals at a reasonable price.
Micron coming here is a great thing. Good paying jobs, more people (who spend money), rising property values and with them will come better infrastructure.
The roads are a disaster. This has to be addressed at every level. Not to mention other infrastructure problems such as lead in the water — is it a coincidence that the most violent part of town also has the highest lead concentration in the water? Not to mention that the water system pipes are leaking and overdue for replacement.
We have a youth problem and I am about to set up a charity to help the kids overcome the barriers to getting jobs, such as unable to buy tools, education etc to try and improve the situation for the kids who want to have a better life.
I like parks and recreation. We need an inexpensive outdoor sports program.
Increased efficiency is the way to go rather than raise taxes. Taxes destroy growth. At best they are a necessary evil. Taxes are only productive when spent on roads, sewage, water etc.
Crime is a serious problem. The sheriff's department presence needs to be increased.
Professional Resume
Attorney at Law · 1984–2022 · New York Bar
Woodruff Lee Carroll, P.C.
334 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, N.Y. 13202
315-474-5356 (fax) 315-474-5451
Carrollcarroll@carrolloffice.com
Attorney: 1984–2022
Admitted New York Bar 1/24/1984
Admitted to: United States Supreme Court, United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, United States District Court – Northern District of New York, Western District of New York, New York Court of Appeals State of New York, Appellate Division – Fourth Department, United States Federal Court of Claims, New York State Supreme Court, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
Practice at Woodruff Lee Carroll, P.C., 334 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13202
Litigation Experience
Carcieri v. Salazar 555 U.S. 379; 129 S.Ct. 1058 — Amicus Brief, United States Supreme Court (position adopted by court)
Schafale v. Strates (Florida) — Defense (multimillion dollar defense), Broward County Florida
New Era Bankruptcy/Class Action — Largest Charitable Bankruptcy in history of the United States, Bankruptcy 95-13729F
Snowplow Cases — Product Liability against various manufacturers of snowplows (Plaintiff): Fisher (Onondaga County Supreme and South Bend Indiana), Douglas Dynamics Boston and Brocton
Indian Land Claim Litigation — Northern District of New York
Medical Malpractice (Plaintiff) — Anderson v. Samaritan, James v. Wormuth
Automobile Litigation (Plaintiff)
Surlock v. State of New York (Defense) — Northern District of New York, Court of Appeals
Legal Practice Areas
Civil Rights · Foreclosures · Real Property Closings and Litigation · Personal Injury Cases · Product Liability · Vaccine Litigation · Unemployment Hearings · Indian Litigation · Bankruptcy · Estates · Workers' Compensation
Earlier Career
Law Clerk: Carroll & Carroll, 1972–1984
Latin Tutor: 1973
Academic Background
Graduated: Syracuse University 1978 — Latin major; Ancient Greek minor
Attended: Washington and Lee, Virginia; Brigham Young University, Utah
Hobbies & Achievements
Hiking, Rock Climbing, Ice Climbing, Bicycling, Mountaineering, Cross-country Skiing, Kayaking
Brown University Himalayan Expedition · Canadian Rockies · ADK 46er (age 22)
Political Activity
Judicial Candidate for the Queens County Supreme Court 2016
Alternate Judicial Delegate 2021
Judicial Delegate: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
My Platform
Pragmatic common-sense solutions to real problems
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Court filings, affidavits, and official records pertaining to James Monto III
Affidavit of Confession of Judgment Against James Monto, III a/k/a James Monto, Individually and as Executor of the Estate of Anna Poplawski
This Confession of Judgement is for a debt justly due to the Plaintiff arising from the following facts: Defendant, James Monto, is indebted to Plaintiff pursuant to the Plaintiff's Complaint filed in this action in the Onondaga County Clerk's office on December 6, 2012 under Index No.: 2012-6444.
Read MoreKathleen Poplawski's Affidavit in Opposition of David Falci's Cross Motion to Dismiss the Action
Kathleen Poplawski being duly sworn, deposes and says: I am married to John Poplawski, one of Anna Poplawski's children. I was one of Anna's daughters-in-law. I was familiar with Anna Poplawski's care and finances before James Monto, III took over control and possession of Anna Poplawski's assets and income.
Read MoreJames J. Monto, III a/k/a James Monto, Individually and as Executor of the Estate of Anna Poplawski, David Falci, Thomas Falci — Verified Complaint
Plaintiff by its attorneys, Menter, Rudin & Trivelpiece, P.C., complaining of the Defendants, alleges, upon information and belief, that Plaintiff Iroquois Nursing Home, Inc. is a domestic not-for-profit corporation having an office for business as the address recited in the Summons.
Read MoreJames Monto, III, David Falci and Thomas Falci — Complaint Dismiss
Defendants Thomas Falci and David Falci, by their attorney, Peter E. McLellan, for their answer to Plaintiff's Motion to Compel Discovery, state as follows: None of the items identified in Plaintiff's Discovery Demand as numbers 5, 6 or 7 are in the possession of defendants Thomas Falci or David Falci.
Read MoreNotice of Decision on Your Medical Assistance Application — Limited Coverage (Transfer of Assets Penalty)
Right to a Conference: You may have a conference to review this action. If you want a conference, you should ask for one as soon as possible. At the conference, if we discover that we made the wrong decision or if, because of information you provide, we determine to change our decision, we will take corrective action and give you a new notice.
Read MoreOffice of the District Attorney of Onondaga County Related to James Monto
From 2009–2011, this defendant, while employed by the City of Syracuse School District, falsified documentation that was ultimately forwarded to the tax department, which incorrectly purported that the school district withheld over $26,000 from his wages for tax purposes. Plea Agreement.
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