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Peter H. Abdella Appointed to National Comedy Center and Lucy Desi Museum Boards of Directors

Rochester, NY, May 6, 2026— Peter H. Abdella, partner in the firm’s Litigation practice has been elected to the Boards of Directors of the National Comedy Center and Lucy Desi Museum.

The National Comedy Center is the United States’ cultural institution, museum and national archive dedicated to presenting the vital story of comedy and preserving its heritage for future generations. Through its exhibits, archives, and educational initiatives, the National Comedy Center explores the full breadth of comedy’s great history — spanning influential artists, iconic works, and the cultural moments that shaped the art form — and has collaborated with dozens of artists, estates, and industry partners to preserve materials representing comedy’s significant artistic, social, and political contributions to American culture.

The National Comedy Center also operates the nearby Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum which explores the lives, careers and legacy of the “First Couple of Comedy,” and the incredible impact they had on the world. The museum welcomes thousands of visitors from across the globe each year.

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