Marcy Robinson Dembs
We are delighted to welcome Marcy Robinson Dembs to the Board of Trustees and look forward to leadership and passion for our mission. A native of northern New York, Marcy spent her childhood summers on Lake Ontario and her adult life on Wellesley Island, and later, Hill Island. Reflecting on her River connection, she shares, “I am continuously amazed by the beauty and diversity of the River. You can be on your paddle board in the mist in the morning and watching for whales in the gulf of the St. Lawrence in the afternoon.”
Marcy recently retired as a partner at Barclay Damon LLP, where she specialized in estates, trusts, and estate tax planning. With over four decades of legal expertise, her professional experience in guiding families through the stewardship and preservation of assets—including River properties—aligns closely with the Land Trust’s mission to protect the natural beauty, heritage, and ecological integrity of the Thousand Islands. Dedicated to advancing thoughtful conservation, Marcy is interested in ensuring that the River’s diverse landscapes benefit both the community and future generations.
Educated at Northfield Mt. Hermon School, Middlebury College, and Syracuse University College of Law, she has also served on the boards of numerous charities and nonprofits, including Samaritan Medical Center, the Antique Boat Museum, Planned Parenthood of Central New York, the Onondaga County Bar Association Foundation, and the United Way of Central New York.
“We are honored to welcome Marcy to the Board of Trustees,” said David Lucas, Board President. “Her ties to the River, extensive legal expertise, and nonprofit leadership will be invaluable as we continue working to protect the lands and waters of the Thousand Islands.”