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Trudy Fenster
About Trudy
Biography
Thank you for visiting my page. The law Office of Trudy Fenster, P.C. is dedicated to serving the Virgin Islands community through compassioncate advocacy. Our work will get you optimal results in personal injury, wrongful discharge, medical malpractice and immigration matters. As the lead attorney on all matters prepared by the Law Office, I will use my experience and proven grit to help you or your clients successfully litigate their case in the Virgin I slands. I am intimately familiar with the laws and practice procedures of this jurisdiction and will use that experience to your advantage.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
50%
20 years | 48 cases
Medical Malpractice
25%
16 years | 15 cases
Civil Rights
8%
19 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virgin Islands for 19 years
State: Virgin Islands
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 19 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Trudy Fenster
Phoenix Court Business Complex, 2155 King Cross Street, Suite 1, Christiansted, VI, 00820
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"Trudy is a phenomenal lawyer and advocate. She has the ability to connect with everyone she meets. Not only will Trudy stop at nothing to make sure her clients see justice, but she will do so while empowering her clients through the process. I recommend Trudy to anyone needing a lawyer. She is a skilled advocate that truly cares for her clients."
"Trudy is quite possibly the greatest lawyer I have ever met. Her passion and commitment to clients is unparalleled. Trudy's legal mind is as sharp as they come and her skills in the courtroom are stunning. I endorse Trudy Fenster without hesitation."
"I know Trudy Fenster personally, and I can proudly say that I cannot imagine a more zealous advocate for her profession. Her commitment to protecting the rights of her clients shows in everything she does."
Ashley Richards
Personal injury lawyer
Nicholas Gurney
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Fellow, American Bar Association
2015
Fellow, American Association for Justice Achievement Recognition Program
2005
Archibald Murray Service Award, Fordham University School of Law BLSA
2005
Distinguished Service to the Law School Community Award, Fordham Law School
2003
Mediation Regional Champion, American Bar Association
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Founding Attorney, Law Office of Trudy Fenster, P.C.
2012 - 2016
Senior Counsel, Lee J. Rohn and Associates
2010 - 2012
Chief Legal Counsel, Virgin Islands Legislature
2009 - 2012
Founding Attorney, Fenster Law Group
2005 - 2009
Attorney, Law Office of Rohn and Cameron, LLC
Associations
2016 - Present
American Association for JusticeMinority Caucus Chair
2016 - Present
Pound Civil Justice InstituteEx Officio Trustee
2013 - Present
American Association for JusiticePublic Affairs Committee Member
2012 - Present
American Association for JusticeDiversity Committee
2009 - Present
American Association for Justice, Leaders ForumBoard of Governors
2006 - Present
Public JusticeMember
2001 - Present
Alpa Kappa Alpha SororityMember
2016 - 2017
Virgin Islands Bar AssociationPresident
2015 - 2016
Virgin Islands Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2015 - 2016
NLADA-National Legal Aid and Public Defender AssociationPresident-Legal Services VI
2014 - 2015
Virgin Islands Bar AssociationSecretary
2013 - 2014
American Association for JusticeWomens Caucus Committee Co-Chair
2012 - 2013
Virgin Islands Bar AssociationTreasurer
2010 - 2016
Legal Services of the Virgin IslandsBoard of Trustees
2010 - 2014
Virgin Islands Bar AssociationBoard of Governors
2004 - 2005
Dispute Resolution Society-Editorial BoardNegotiations Editor
Sample of Legal Cases
Samuel v. United Corporations
Spoliation motion granted on appeal to Supreme Court of the Virgin Islans, case settled post defense verdict
Smith v. guardian Insurance et al
Verdict for the plaintiffs
Pollara v Oceanview Investments
Verdict for the plaintiff
OVILU v. Carambola Beach Resort, 356 NLRB No. 23
Employer was found to have committed an unfair labor practice
Pedro v. Huggins
In this case it does.
Education
2016
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate
2005
Fordham Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Stetson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
American Association for Justice Webinar
Anticipating Defenses During Depositions
2016
AAJ Winter Convention
Mediation Skills
2014
District Court of the Virgin Islands CLE
Direct and Cross Examination Skills
2014
Annual Convention
Deposition Skills
2010
Virgin Islands Bar Association CLE
Immigration Post Parilla
Publications
2014
Inside the American Association for Justice
Justice In Motion Legership Academy
2013
AAJ Women's Caucus Newsletter
Post Signature Event Review
2006
Fordham Intellectual Property, Media and Entertainment Law Journal
Documentaries and the Law: Engaging Documentaries Seriously
Languages
English