Howard S. Hershenhorn is the
youngest lawyer to be selected by his peers for inclusion in the Super
Lawyers 2012 Top 100 New York Lawyers, which was published in the
Magazine Section of the New York Times. Referred to as "The Best of the
Best", he is among the top 100 lawyers who received the highest point
totals in the New York Metro nomination, research and blue ribbon review
process. Additionally, in each year since 2007, he has been recognized
by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America and New York Magazine's Best Lawyers in New York in the specialties of Personal Injury Litigation and Medical Malpractice. He was also awarded the highest rating by his peers in the 2011 Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings.Howard
has obtained some of the largest personal injury and medical
malpractice verdicts and settlements in New York and New Jersey. His
recent settlement of $26 million for the family of a well-known
Financial Analyst who was struck and killed by a truck when she was crossing Sixth Avenue in Manhattan is believed to be the largest in the State of New York for the wrongful death of
one person. His multimillion dollar April, 2010 jury verdict in a bus
accident case in Nassau County was featured on the front cover of
Newsday. His New York County jury verdict of $12.5 million in a wrongful
death elevator personal injury case and cash settlements of $16 million
for a Brooklyn construction worker, $8.625 for a Queens construction
worker, $10.75 million for a Manhattan nurse injured when the tires of a
tractor trailer broke loose and struck her, along with recent medical
malpractice settlements of $8.5 million and $6 million are all a
testament to his abilities as a trial lawyer.Howard Hershenhorn has represented victims of serious accidents and medical malpractice
exclusively since 1996. Prior to joining the firm, he worked as a
litigator in one of the largest law firms in the world, DLA Piper, where
he represented contractors, building owners, automobile manufacturers,
bicycle manufacturers, pharmaceutical corporations, insurance companies,
hospitals and doctors. Because of this experience he possesses a unique
insight into how significant personal injury cases are defended and is
able to leverage that knowledge for the benefit of his injured clients.
He has been a prominent plaintiff's attorney from the very beginning, as
his first trial as a plaintiff's attorney resulted in a $4.9 million
dollar verdict. His legal skills and leadership in the field were
unmistakable and he became a partner in 2000. He currently heads a team
of lawyers, paralegals and support staff that handles cases from
inception through trial.In May 2010 he was appointed as an
Adjunct Professor at Brooklyn Law School. In the fall semester of each
academic year since, he has taught a 16 week 2 credit course that he
formulated and designed entitled "A Practical Seminar in Personal Injury
and Medical Malpractice." The course is limited to second and third
year law students. He has also chaired, designed, and taught courses for
the New York State Bar Association and has been the Overall Planning Chair for the annual five-city Construction Site Accident Program. He is often requested to lecture national audiences for the American Bar Association
and private Continuing Legal Education firms on the subjects of
Construction Site Accidents, Car Accidents, Automotive Products
Liability, Premises Liability and Medical Malpractice. His numerous
articles have been published by the New York Law Journal the New York State Bar Journal and Medical Malpractice Law and Strategy.Howard
Hershenhorn's legal acumen has been recognized by the non-legal
community as well as the legal community throughout the country. He has
appeared on CNN, ABC News, CBS News, WPIX and has been interviewed and
quoted by The New York Times, Daily News, Newsday and New York Post.He
is a member of the Board of Directors, the Medical Malpractice
Committee and the Construction Accident Committee of The New York State
Trial Lawyers Association. Howard is also a member of the Brooklyn Law
School's Presidents Advisory Council. In 2012, he was reelected to his
third term as Trustee of the Village in which he resides, and also
serves his community as the Park Commissioner and as an active
basketball and baseball coach.
Lawyer Profile

Howard S. Hershenhorn
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Recognized Since:2007
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Recognized in:Medical Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsPersonal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
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Location:80 Pine Street, 34th FloorNew York, NY 10005
Lawyer Bio
Bar Admissions:
- New York, New York State Bar Association
- New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar Association
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers for:
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, New York City (2020)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in:
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Special Focus:
- Automobile Collision
- Brain Injury
- Catastrophic Injury
- Hospital Malpractice
- Mass Tort
- Medical Malpractice
- Medical Negligence
- Personal Injury
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- Professional Malpractice
- Wrongful Death
Lawyer Client Comments
"From the word go, I knew Howard Hershenhorn was the right attorney for my case. That he was energetic, smart, and most of all, shared a desire to hold folks accountable is what sold me. Throughout the case, Howard led the charge forward, never hesitating and never once taking the easy way out. Never motivated by money, he was in it for the fight, and I am forever grateful to him. Words cannot express how happy I am with Howard and Gair, Gair, Conason, Steigman, Mackauf, Bloom & Rubinowitz. Money aside, Howard got me the truth, and there is no price tag you can put on that. He helped me close a terrible chapter in my life, and for that I owe him and his team at Gair and Gair an enormous amount. "
"I am very grateful to have been represented by Howard Hershenhorn in a recent case. His resume and prior successes speak for themselves, which were enough to know I had the right lawyer for the job. Meeting him and his team provided me with peace of mind, as he is empathetic, sympathetic, and is very much a 'teamwork' kind of person. At the same time, seeing his ability to be fierce on my behalf in the process was all the more reassuring. The case was a complicated one with certain obstacles that he was able to circumnavigate smoothly and effectively. Above all, he is a terrific person, and anybody would be lucky to have him on their side. "
"Mr. Hershenhorn has achieved an excellent outcome for me in a complex, long-lasting, wrongful death case. His knowledge, network and approach to move the case forward are an invaluable asset to any client. He is responsive, thorough, and great to work with. In times of personal hardship, I did not have to worry about any legal aspects. Our success was driven by his thorough preparation, work attitude, and especially choosing the right tactics to optimize the outcome. I highly recommend Mr. Hershenhorn to any future client as a trustworthy lawyer that will fight for you; he did it for me. "
"Howard was very successful in my case, obtaining a much higher settlement than we had hoped for. He was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him unequivocally."
"I am so fortunate to have been referred to Howard Hershenhorn. His vast experience in working with clients was evident immediately. He put me at ease by explaining the legal process of a malpractice suit in a warm, friendly manner. My many questions were answered in a timely fashion, always with patience and empathy. Mr. Hershenhorn was realistic and accurate in relating what my expectations of the outcome of my case should be. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mr. Hershenhorn. He is an accomplished attorney and an outstanding human being."
Shari Isacowitz, Great Neck
"I found his handling of my case highly professional. He was compassionate to my situation, as well as enthusiastic. He made sure that I was kept updated. He made sure that I was clear on what to expect. It was clear that Howard enjoys what he does."
Barbara Smith, Willingboro
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