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PROFILE BANKING SERVICES DESIGNED FOR LAW FIRMS As founding partner of Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C., Steven Schwartzapfel serves the region as an advocate for those seeking justice. Schwartzapfel’s 35-year commitment to protecting the people relies on relationships— with his clients, with the firm’s attorneys and staff, and with Sterling National Bank.  Sterling is committed to providing the full spectrum of banking services for law firms of all sizes, including Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C., to increase efficiency in the digital age.  FinTech Solutions for Law Firms Sterling connects law practices with financial technology (FinTech) designed with law firms in mind. These specialized services allow Sterling to optimize efficiencies for firms and meet a full spectrum of their banking needs.  “We provide more than $100,000 in scholarships” Schwartzapfel says. “Education is key to the American dream.” Understanding the Needs of Law Firms Throughout the span of his career as a personal injury attorney, Schwartzapfel has sought positive banking relationships. Through his relationship with Edward Blaskey, Segment Executive C&I at Sterling National Bank, Schwartzapfel saw value in Sterling’s single point of contact relationship model. It was this connection with Ed, along with Sterling’s value added suite of solutions, that prompted Schwartzapfel to leave his long-term financial institution. Now working with Sterling, Schwartzapfel FinTech services through Sterling provide flexible online banking capabilities to manage a law firm’s needs that go beyond general tech-based commercial banking solutions.   Sterling’s Law Firm Banking Group offers customized solutions for law firms, including:  � Escrow management with Trust Checking Accounts, Client Benefit Trust Accounts, and Interest on Lawyer Accounts.  � Streamlined bookkeeping and reconciliation � Bank Check Xpress to remotely print official bank checks applauds the commitment and responsiveness of senior management to address his business needs.  “Senior management is so important,” Schwartzapfel says. “The team at Sterling is an incredibly important partner to me in helping grow and manage my business. They’ve always been there for me when I need them.” For exclusive online video, visit connect.snb.com/ seek-justice. TOP 25 A Top 25 Attorney through the National Brain Injury Trial Lawyers Association OVER $1 MILLION A member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, limited to attorneys who have won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements � Real-time access to balances, spending reports, and analytics-driven forecasting � A full spectrum of Treasury Management and e-treasury solutions Law firm banking services at Sterling are grounded by Relationship Managers who pro- vide client-focused, practice-tailored support to help a firm thrive, including optimizing cash flow, expediting payments, or managing client accounts. Turn to Sterling’s Law Firm Banking professionals for experience, trust, and exceptional service. Sterling National Bank provides the full spectrum of banking services for law firms of all sizes. For more information, visit snb.com or call your Relationship Manager at (855) 274-2800. RANKED RANKED ONE ONE OF OF FORBES' FORBES' BEST BEST BANKS BANKS OF OF 2019 2019 // CONNECT CONNECT INNOVATION INNOVATION FALL FALL 2019 2019 // // SNB.COM SNB.COM 9