Austerlitz Personal Injury Lawyers

Our founder and president Isidoros I. Tsamblakos Esq. has been practicing law in New York State for 20 years. His current work covers all aspects of personal injury including motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, scaffold and ladder accidents, nursing home accidents, building accidents, sidewalk accidents, stairway accidents, wrongful death in addition to all types of divorces, wills, and real estate matters. Prior to founding The Tsamblakos Law Group, P.C., he was a partner at Marku, Beno & Tsamblakos for 11 years. Before that, Mr. Tsamblakos spent two years as a solo practitioner litigating personal injury matters, divorces, wills, and real...

Attorney Scott Rynecki, the litigation partner in the firm, has been certified as a life member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States and it's membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards and settlements. He has been involved in many of the high profile cases handles by the firm that have resulted in over 100 million dollars in awards and settlements for the firm.

Experience After nearly a decade of public service as an Assistant District Attorney in the Erie County District Attorney’s Office, Louis C. Mussari founded a small boutique firm focused Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Insurance Defense Litigation. Mr. Mussari is a consummate professional in the courtroom and his background as a prosecutor makes him a formidable opponent. Louis has successfully litigated jury trials to verdict in the following areas: Homicide, Rape, Gun Possession, Burglary, Strangulation, and Driving While Intoxicated. Education Following graduation from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2008 (B.A. Psychology Magna Cum Laude) Mr. Mussari attended Law School...

Peter M. Jasen has been practicing personal injury law for over 40 years. He has obtained Millions of Dollars on behalf of his clients. He has been given the coveted AV Rating, the highest rating by the judiciary and the bar for both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards.

Joseph T. Kremer is an senior trial attorney and junior partner at Lipsitz Ponterio. He has over thirty years experience in trying personal injury cases. For over twenty of those years he has devoted most of his practice to representing injured persons who have had a toxic exposure in either the workplace or in their home. He has handled many asbestos cases involving mesothelioma and lung cancer victims who have worked at places like Durez, Hooker Chemical Chevrolet, Kodak, and Bethlehem Steel. His representation has resulted in both significant verdicts and settlements.

I am a lifelong resident of Western New York. My father was the first in his family to attend college and was a computer consultant at a time when owning computers, even in the business world, was rare. My mother was a cardiac nurse for 45 years, working at several local hospitals in the Western New York area. I remember the pride they took in working hard to provide for their family and am grateful that they instilled that same pride in me.

I graduated from SUNY Buffalo with a degree in Legal Studies in 1997 then went on to attend...

Undergraduate degree from SUNY at Stony Brook 1994 Law degree from Hofstra University 1997

After obtaining his undergraduate degree from the University at Buffalo, he then studied at Florida A&M University where he received his Juris Doctor and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Joshua is admitted to practice in both New York and Florida. He spent time in the Public Defender’s office defending indigent clients where he developed a passion for protecting the rights’ of those who are charged.

After opening up his own law office in New York, Joshua developed a personal injury practice and has gained key experiences in prosecuting claims for the injured. He has made a habit of making sure his clients...

Karen R. Sanders, Senior Counsel in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Rochester office, focuses her practice on Civil Litigation (Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Whistleblower Actions) and Employment Law.

Karen was admitted to the bar in New York State in 1994. She also is admitted in the U.S. District Court for the Western and Northern Districts of New York, the Bankruptcy Court in the Western District of New York, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

Prior to joining Tully Rinckey PLLC, Karen practiced with the firm of Harris, Chesworth, Johnstone & Welch, LLP (2015-Present). She was previously associated with Harris,...

I'm an attorney and legal marketing professional. As an attorney that practices in the area of personal injury lawyer, I understand the need to market one's legal practice. Early in my legal career, I saw the internet as an opportunity to market myself. But I became highly disenchanted by all the self-proclaimed "lawyer marketing gurus" and "top" or "best" legal marketing companies on the internet -- People that play fast and loose in the eyes of professional ethics. Instead, I turned to own abilities, incorporating search engine optimization and other digital marketing techniques I honed while affiliate marketing during...

Elmira personal injury lawyer Steve Proudfoot practices personal injury law with the goal of helping accident victims and their families. Steve’s practice covers all areas of personal injury including auto, motorcycle, and truck accidents, construction accidents, dog bites, slip and falls, and other accidents.

Kevin Cowie is a seasoned litigator and a dedicated advocate for injured victims. A 2006 graduate of Columbia University School of Law, he distinguished himself with superior academic performance and served as an Articles Editor for the Law Journal. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from Brooklyn College in 2001, where he was recognized as a Presidential Scholar. Mr. Cowie began his legal career representing defendants, honing his litigation and trial skills. He later transitioned to exclusively representing plaintiffs, passionately advocating for those who have been injured. His broad experience on both sides of the courtroom has given him...

Paul Koenigsberg, a distinguished legal professional, boasts an impressive academic and professional background. He earned his Juris Doctor from Columbia University School of Law in 1982, following his Magna Cum Laude graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Accounting from the City University of New York in 1979. Paul's legal acumen is recognized across various prestigious courts, including all New York State Courts, the United States District Courts for both the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the U.S. Supreme Court. His dedication to the field of law is further reflected in his active memberships with the...

Ira Cooper graduated from Hofstra Law School and was admitted to the New York Bar in 1975. In addition to his 40 years practicing as an attorney in New York, Mr. Cooper has distinguished himself as a leader in Landlord & Tenant Litigation having formerly acted as the President of the Housing Court Bar Association. Mr. Cooper has also been a Lecturer at the New School for Social Research; a Member of the Civil Court Committee of the New York City Bar Association; a Member of the Landlord/Tenant Committee of the New York State Bar Association; and a Lecturer...

The complexities of family law are great and require a high level of experience, compassion, and real life understanding of what it means for a family to go through a painful legal process. As Long Island family attorneys, we have handled many family law cases and have helped individuals and families reach legal agreements that are fair and appropriate. From financial matters regarding prenuptial agreements and alimony to the painful areas of child abuse, and domestic violence, if they are in need of a family or divorce attorney Long Island families are encouraged to consult with us for advice and...

Mr. Garcia has been in practice for over ten years in New York State, representing claimants in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, Long Island and Staten Island . He is one of very few attorneys that handles both Personal Injury Lawsuits and Workers Compensation. Typically most attorneys handle one or the other type of case.

"I have been politically active assisting politicians in both City and Statewide Community affairs and am currently advisor and Treasurer for NYS Assemblyperson Steven Cymbrowitz, Brooklyn. I have participated and assisted in organizing numerous Union Rallys against NON-UNION Contractors and Builders. I currently teach various unions' Shopstewards and Apprentices on work safety, workers' compensation and current events."

Haley received her Juris Doctorate from Touro Law Center in Central Islip. Haley attended SUNY Stony Brook, where she received her bachelor's degree in Political Science. She went on to obtain her Juris Doctorate from Touro Law Center in Central Islip, graduating with honors. She is currently admitted to the New York State Bar. Haley was appointed and served as an Assistant District Attorney in Nassau County. There, she assessed, investigated, and prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases. She conducted evidentiary hearings and spent innumerable hours in the courtroom. She was placed in the domestic violence unit, where she obtained specialized training...

For more than 35 years, Steven Schwartzapfel, the founding member of Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C., has been one of New York’s most prominent personal injury attorneys. Steve represents clients in all types of personal injury cases. His experience, skill and dedication have enabled Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C. to recover hundreds of millions of dollars for their clients. A Passion for Justice Schwartzapfel Lawyers treats clients like family. Steve’s passion for helping those in need stems from his childhood. His father suffers from multiple sclerosis and Steve experienced firsthand the devastating impact it has on the individual as well as the entire family. ...

Kimberly attended the University of Michigan where she received her BA. She attended Fordham Law School where she received her JD in 1998. She began her career working at a large firm in New York City, Brown & Wood, LLP. Kimberly joined the Nassau County District Attorney's Office in 2002 where she tried numerous cases to verdict. In May, 2005, Kimberly joined her father Richard's practice. Kimberly handles most of the criminal matters (felonies, misdemeanors and traffic violations) and assists Richard with all other matters. Kimberly is a member of the New York State...

Mr. Miller graduated from Syracuse University College of Law in 1994 and was admitted to practice in the State of New York in 1995. Mr. Miller spent seven years as an associate attorney cultivating his skills as an advocate for injured and disabled workers. In 2001 he continued his legal career as a solo practitioner, again focusing on protecting the rights of injured and disabled workers. In 2003, Mr. Miller and Mr. Caggiano joined their disability firms to establish the law firm of Miller & Caggiano, LLP. Mr. Miller has had an opportunity to represent thousands of injured workers throughout the...

Whether you are involved in or just thinking about divorce, having custody or child support issues, or planning to get married and want to make sure that your assets remain yours, you need a qualified and experienced legal expert who can make the process easier and less stressful. At the Law Office of Joseph Soffer, we provide legal counsel for all aspects of family and matrimonial law.

Our main goal is to make sure that you feel safe and your rights are protected, be it in family court for a custody or child support case or in Supreme Court negotiating an...

I have been representing injured people and their families for over thirty years. In that time, I have counseled many thousands of people injured in car accidents, falls, construction accidents and by medical malpractice and defective and dangerous consumer products. In every single interaction with an injured person or their loved one, I remain mindful that the accident was a life changing event. I try to understand how the accident affected that person in ways unique to their circumstances. I focus on the fact that the survivors of an injury have placed their confidence and trust in me, to help...