PRIMARY ELECTION, JUNE 24
EARLY VOTING, JUNE 14-22
ELECT JUDGE RYAN CAPONERA COLONIE TOWN JUSTICE
It has been my honor to serve you this year as a Colonie Town Justice and as I seek election to continue in the position, I ask for your support. I have the right experience to serve on the bench in Colonie – years of legal and courtroom experience and I am a presiding Judge.
Appointed Town Justice by the Colonie Town Board, I have earned trust and respect by serving with fairness, without bias, yet holding lawbreakers accountable. My Uncle and mentor, Judge Philip Caponera, was Colonie Town Justice for 26 years, so I learned at an early age the importance of maintaining the dignity of the judicial office.
Born and raised in Colonie, I live here with my wife and two young sons. I have a strong commitment to our community and to the administration of justice for our people. I would be honored to have your vote.
MEET JUDGE CAPONERA
Living and Growing Up in Colonie
Ryan Caponera was born and raised in the Town of Colonie where he currently lives with his Wife, Alberta, and two sons (3 years old and 6 Months). He is a graduate of St. Gregory’s School and the Albany Academies, where he graduated in 2002. In high school, Ryan was a 4x Section 2 Champion in swimming, holding multiple records at the Albany Academies that lasted the better part of 20 years. He then went on to swim at the Division I level at Syracuse University, where he was a 4x Big East Championship competitor. Ryan also competed at the 2003 United States National Championships, swimming against many Olympians, namely Michael Phelps. While at Syracuse, Ryan earned a Bachelor of Political Science degree, was named to the All-Big East Academic Team (2x) as well as being named a 2x NCAA Academic All American.
A Legal Career, Practicing Law in Colonie
Postgraduate Ryan went to Western New England University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate. After graduating, Ryan was admitted to the NYS Bar in 2010. Since that time, Ryan has gone on to practice law for more than 15 years. He is co-owner and Managing Partner of The Caponera Law Firm P.C. which is in the Town of Colonie. In his legal practice, Ryan has worked with many Town residents and local businesses in providing a first-class legal experience built on trust and honesty. Over the years, Ryan has also clerked for Presiding Justice Anthony Cardona at the Appellate Division 3rd Judicial District and served the Town of Colonie in various roles. Ryan was duly appointed by the Colonie Town Board as Chair of the Sign Review Board, Counsel to the Zoning Board of Appeals and now currently as Town Justice.
A Family Legacy in Law
Growing up watching his Uncle Phil Caponera hold the position of Colonie Town Justice for 26 years, as well as many of his family members serving in various roles within the Town, Ryan is grateful and humbled to effectuate justice for the great people of the Town of Colonie. Through his family, he has learned the importance of hard work, giving back to the community and maintaining a strong ethical code. As Colonie Town Justice, Ryan carries on his family legacy with honor, integrity and without bias.
Serving the Community
In his spare time, Ryan remains active in the community as a member of the NYS Bar Association, in various charitable organizations and as Attorney to the Board of Directors of various organizations such as St. Gregory’s School, The Newcomb Sportsman Club, The Committee on Attorney Professionalism and others. Ryan has also been a guest lecturer and presenter at Shaker High School and The Albany Academies.