Briarcliff Manor Personal Injury Lawyers

I graduated from Queens College of the City University of New York, in 1972; Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, in 1976 and St. John's University School of Law in 1985. I was formerly a partner at Seidner, Rosenfeld & Guttentag LLP and am now self employed at the Law Office Of Larry Rosenfeld P.C., 406 Deer Park Avenue Babylon, NY 11702.
The focus of a Lawyer's Practice and Years of Practice are very important factors in your evaluation process in selecting an attorney to represent you. The more focused the lawyer's practice areas, the better service he...

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...

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

Our focus is in matrimonial and Family law. We have assisted thousands of clients over the last 17 years protect their rights. We aggressively handle matters such as child support, custody, asset protection, fathers rights, orders of protection, divorce and divorce mediation, modification of orders, and much more.

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.

When you call this law firm, you get Ted Robinson, not an Associate. This is a personalized law firm that after 36 years has enough experience to know about all kinds of cases so they can be reviewed and handled or referred out to the right expert in any particular field. After 36 years Ted has had experiences in most fields of law and met many, mnay great attorneys to refer to - all with 20 or more years of experience. Ted cares about his clients and they know it.

While Brian J. Vannella’s practice includes all areas of personal injury litigation, he specializes in cases involving violations of the New York State Labor Law (construction accidents). Mr. Vannella also has a large appellate practice.

Mr. Vannella prides himself in being a zealous advocate for his clients. During his career, he has handled many cases involving catastrophic injuries and has helped recover tens of millions of dollars for his clients.

Mr. Vannella received his undergraduate degree in 2006 from the University of Maryland – Robert H. Smith School of Business. He received his Juris Doctor from SUNY Buffalo Law School in 2009. Mr....

After completing my law degree at Harvard Law School in 1983, I briefly worked at a corporate law firm before deciding to dedicate my practice to representing clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries due to malpractice and negligence. I bring over 40 years of experience in managing cases from their inception through to trial. My firm, Paul B. Weitz & Associates, PC, along with its predecessors, has successfully recovered over a Billion Dollars for clients who were wrongfully injured.

John J. Giuffré is a trial lawyer with over thirty years’ experience and the founding lawyer of Giuffré Law Offices, P.C. Having left a Park Avenue corporate law firm, he has focused his law practice on helping individuals – people who are injured through negligence or neglect. John has successfully represented hundreds of people injured in motor vehicle accidents as well as cases involving construction site injuries, dog bites, bed sores, nursing home malpractice and medical malpractice. John is a member of the Nassau County Bar Association where he serves as a member of the Ethics Committee. He earned his...

Attorney of Julio E. Portilla is a knowledgeable and reputable lawyer who assists clients throughout New York with bankruptcy, family law, personal injury, and real estate litigation. From individuals to business owners, Attorney Portilla is committed to providing his clients with superior legal services and top-notch legal representation. Mr. Portilla is known for advocating for his clients with compassion, assertion, and uncompromising integrity. Attorney Portilla takes great pride in using a hands-on approach, meticulous preparation, and insightful representation to fight for his clients' best interests. Individuals in need of a lawyer who brings quality, skill, and competence to depositions, hearings,...

Compassionate, Devoted, and Determined With over two decades of experience in plaintiff personal injury law, Steven Dorfman is the managing attorney at The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C. Known for his tireless dedication to injured individuals, workers, and their families, Steven is passionate about protecting their rights and ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. Throughout his career, Steven has represented thousands of clients, securing multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements. His case results have earned recognition on New York Law Journal’s “Top Verdicts and Settlements” list, and he has consistently been ranked among New York’s top attorneys by Super Lawyers (2019-2025). High-profile cases Steven has...

Blitz Law Group has earned our reputation of being skillful negotiators, aggressive trial attorneys, and tenacious adversaries who consistently get great results for our clients, regardless of the challenges presented. Justin’s experience with successfully managing large caseloads of complex and high-profile negligence actions has garnered him recognition as a fierce trial lawyer and expert negotiator who successfully resolves cases in arbitration, mediation, courtroom negotiation, and trial. In fact, Justin is one of the “go to” trial attorneys for other New York lawyers who seek trial counsel on their most severe injury cases. Other law firms hire Justin Blitz to try to...

Personal injury attorney, Michael Taub, is the founding partner for The Law Offices of Omrani & Taub, P.C. Michael has been practicing personal injury law for just under 20 years and he is very well known and respected among the legal community in NYC. After being admitted to the New York State Bar in 1998, Taub became an active member of the New York State Trial Lawyers - where he is the leader of torts and motor vehicle accident laws. Taub is passionate about helping those who have been severely injured due to the negligence of someone else and he...

Anthony J. Vindigni is the managing partner of Brandon J. Broderick, Personal Injury Attorney at Law, in the Ewing, New Jersey office. Anthony couples an empathetic, honest approach with more than a decade of experience representing injured persons in personal injury, PIP Arbitrations and worker's compensation matters to successfully reach favorable settlements and verdicts.. A passionate advocate and thoughtful analyst, Anthony starts every case by thoroughly examining the facts and available evidence to provide his clients with insight that allows them to make meaningful and important decisions about their options. Anthony’s clients appreciate how his respect and understanding help them feel...

Pursuing his lifelong ambitions, Mr. Merson opened the doors to his own firm to help individuals who have been catastrophically harmed and unfairly treated. Mr. Merson believes in a team approach where the staff of Merson Law, PLLC and the client and their family work together to achieve an outstanding result in a shorter period of time. The legal team at Merson Law, PLLC pursues every case aggressively, comprehensively and expeditiously.

Polished, Meticulous, and Fierce From a young age, Eileen Kelly knew that a career in law was her calling. She earned her Juris Doctor from Western Michigan Cooley Law School, graduating cum laude, and began her career in Wilmington, Delaware, with a personal injury firm after admission to the Delaware State Bar. Since joining The Perecman Firm in 2019, Eileen has dedicated herself to helping individuals impacted by serious injuries. She focuses on personal injury law, including construction accidents, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and catastrophic injury cases. Known as a fierce advocate, she has secured multi-million-dollar settlements for her clients and...

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. ...

Leilani Rodriguez has a diverse legal background having practiced in both the private and public sectors in state and federal court. Her practice focuses primarily on medical malpractice, personal injury, civil rights, criminal defense and professional liability. She is well versed in both trial and appellate litigation. Prior to transitioning to the private sector, Ms. Rodriguez worked for the New York State Attorney General’s Office defending the State in various lawsuits, including general negligence, medical malpractice, municipal law and automobile accidents. She also worked in the Federal Habeas Corpus Unit and has briefed and argued numerous cases...

As a former police officer and NYS Investigator, I bring a wealth of practical experience in the areas of my practice. I have tremendous legal experience as a trial attorney, having tried numerous civil, family law and criminal cases.

Kyle Newman is a third-generation plaintiff’s personal injury attorney who began practicing with his father, James Newman, upon graduating from Touro Law School in 2008. He is the senior associate at James Newman, P.C. and plays a prominent role in all cases from inception to resolution.

Kyle has devoted himself to becoming an accomplished trial attorney in the fields of personal injury and medical malpractice and was recently selected to the 2017 Super Lawyers Rising Star List, which recognizes the top 2.5% of all New York attorneys under 40 years old.

At only 25 years old and fresh out of law school...

Mr. Lissauer, who specializes in appellate advocacy, joined Finkelstein & Partners in 1996. He is considered by his peers to be one of the premiere appellate advocates in regard to construction accidents and trial appeals. Mr. Lissauer has argued appeals in all four Appellate Divisions within New York State and has handled cases of first impression before the highest Court in New York, The Court of Appeals. He successfully argued the matter of Riglioni v. Chambers Four Tractor Sales Inc., 2005 08243, 2006 01746 where summary judgment was denied to a distributor and a retailer in a strict products liability...

Dedicated, Passionate, and Experienced Advocate Erica Colon is a respected plaintiff’s trial attorney at The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., known for her relentless dedication to handling high-stakes, complex cases that others might shy away from. Her commitment to her clients has earned her recognition among the top attorneys in the state, with honors from Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2016-2024) and U.S. News & World Report's Best Lawyers (Ones to Watch, 2021-2024). With a strong connection to workers, children, and families, Erica is deeply committed to seeking justice for those who have been wronged. She focuses on personal injury law, representing clients in construction...

Ms. Pappas is an associate in the Napoli Shkolnik's personal injury department, working out out of the Manhattan office. She has focused her legal career on helping victims of serious injuries. Her area of practice is dedicated to motor vehicle accidents.

"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."