Craig Voorhees

Craig Voorhees

also known as Partner at Szaferman Lakind

4.5
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 28 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Somerville, NJ
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Social Security

68 North Bridge St., Somerville, NJ

About Craig

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 11 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1998

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Szaferman Lakind

68 North Bridge St., Somerville, NJ, 08876

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Craig Voorhees's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Eugene | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Craig Voorhees

Craig was successful in representing me in two cases. We won a Worker's compensation claim,and a social security disability case (after two rejections). Craig is a total professional, and I recommend him to all future clients.

Posted by Michael H. | April 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

An Attorney who puts YOU first

I have used Craig for a number of worker compensation issues over the past several years. During that time I have found him to be a lawyer who truly cares about what is best for his clients. He is diligent and understanding, and will work tirelessly to get you the best settlement possible. I have rec...ommended Craig to co-workers of mine and they have been equally satisfied. Through some VERY trying times with a certain insurance company, Craig was able to not only get an increase in my weekly compensation, but was able to obtain a substantial settlement for a third shoulder injury. I would recommend that anyone needing a workers compensation attorney seek out Craig. You will not be sorry. This is a thoroughly capable attorney, who treats you like the person that you are. Thanks to Craig I and my family are in a much better place today.

Posted by Angela | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

A True Professional with a Heart

It was the most complicated, convoluted and horrible time of my life. I was an educator teaching what I loved (Drama) in a large school system where the students can be challenging. After many injuries over the years the one I suffered in 2012 was the ultimate "deal breaker". I didn't know it the...n, but, this was not only my career but my subsequent quality of life that was in jeopardy. This was to take up the next few years of my life. I fell off the stage while performing my duties at work and sustained injuries to my shoulder and, what turned out to be, achilles tendon. Despite my insistence that it was not a sprained ankle, but, in fact, a torn achilles tendon, the injury went incorrectly diagnosed and treated as I attended the prescribed physical therapy. I thought I was getting the best care my employer could provide. When the treatment began to go into weeks then months involving first one surgery then eventually another, It was clear that I had to seek Workers Compensation representation. I searched the internet, followed up on referrals from friends, made calls and actually sat down and interviewed 4 firms ranging from small to large. I either felt like another number or my case was too small to them. When I sat down with Craig Voorhees his calm and understanding demeanor was the first welcoming sign I that I could trust he and his firm with my case. Because my livelihood was centered around movement and the injuries threatened to have a permanent effect, Craig Voorhees was the only attorney to watch video of my teaching and made the effort to truly understand who I was and what a loss I was feeling and how scared I was. My case was not the run of the mill case. It truly had its complications and twists and turns, quite like a maze. It truly disrupted my life. I was scared, emotional, angry and everything in between. Craig was always there to either answer my questions, ease my fears and/or get on to the next hurdle. Sometimes we just had to shake our heads because of the challenges of my case. Once we came to court, despite suffering the untimely loss of the judge adjudicating my case, Craig did not miss a beat and was able to settle my case successfully . I believe it was one of the highest settlements. Admittedly my primary interest was in getting through the case and moving on. His primary interest was in me and my subsequent care. Craig has a heart for his clients but that does not preclude him from being a voracious advocate for his clients' welfare and best interest in the courtroom. After 2 surgeries, physical therapy, and ongoing permanent damage, Craig has made sure that the follow up and attention I may need for the next few years and the compensation for that is in place. My many heartfelt thanks go out to Craig Voorhees and his firm, from the secretarial/receptionist staff to the very helpful other members of Leiberman, Forest, Ryan & Voorhees. They truly made a hard time in my life manageable. They continue to be a firm that I would highly recommend for not only their professionalism but, most importantly, their heart. Thank you, Craig, for taking the time to see ME and not just my case. Angela C. Grateful Client PS---I would also welcome any inquiries for further detailed recommendations and my experience with Craig Voorhees and the firm. I would be glad to respond through your contact of the firm.

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Craig Voorhees's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Corsini

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Craig Voorhees. I have been adverse to him in many cases and while he is always friendly and cordial, he is an aggressive and effective advocate for his clients with a long record of success in worker's compensation court."

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James Heyl

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many clients to Craig over the years and they have had excellent results."

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Matthew Eichen

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig is a great attorney who forms strong relationships with his clients and performs at a high level for all of them in his practice areas."

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Robert Golden

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've handled numerous matters where he was my adversary. I know him to be an honest and extremely competent lawyer and it's a pleasure to endorse him."

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Stephen Kirsch

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dawn Sutphin

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a board certified Workers Compensation Lawyer and specialist by the New Jersey Supreme Court. Only 2% of attorneys throughout the state have this certification. Need I say more?"

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Carol Perez

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig Voorhess is a hardworking and knowledgeable attorney. He is higly respected and I would recommend Mr. Voohess."

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Edward Rebenack

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig is truly an expert in Workers' Compensation"

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Matthew Bonanno

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Mascolo

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Cige

Unknown lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig Voorhees is a professional in every sense. He uses his legal education and experience to successfully represent his clients. I absolutely endorse his legal counsel to which I often make referrals."

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Brian Roemersma

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Galen Booth

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig Voorhees is a skilled, aggressive, experienced, well-liked, well-respected, and scrupulously ethical attorney. With the hindsight of my own 32 + years of practice, Craig is deserving of a recommendation of the highest order. My personal litmus test in judging the caliber of a fellow attorney is whether I would trust the interests of beloved family members and close friends with such attorney. Craig easily meets that criteria. It is with great pleasure that I wholeheartedly and unconditionally endorse Craig Voorhees with the highest of legal recommendations. The best interests of his clients are in the best of hands."

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Christopher Corsini

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Christian Mastondrea

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Young

Workers compensation lawyer

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Carol Perez

Workers compensation lawyer

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Employment and labor lawyer

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Brian Roemersma

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Certified Workers Compensation Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Partner, Szaferman Lakind

2016 - Present

Attorney, Voorhees Law Offices

2000 - 2016

Attorney, Lieberman, Ryan, Forrest & Voorhees, LLC

1998 - 2000

Assistant Prosecutor, Somerset County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Sustaining Member

2013 - Present

New Jersey Council of Occupational Safety & Health

Member

2006 - Present

Certified Workers Compensation Attorney

Member

2005 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

Member

2000 - Present

Somerset County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Hunterdon County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Tlumac v. High Bridge Stone

Fully favorable decision for client.

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Education

1997

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Rutgers College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Success Group

NJ Workers' Compensation Basics

2016

Success Network

Social Security Disability For Individuals

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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