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About Jeff
Biography
Jeff S. Korek joined Gersowitz, Libo and Korek, P.C. in 1992 as partner and senior trial attorney representing victims of medical malpractice and construction accidents. Known for his meticulous preparation and dedication to his clients, he has obtained substantial verdicts.
In 2020, Jeff was named Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in the New York City area. In 2016 he was also named Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation in New York City. In 2018, the Litigation Counsel of America inducted him into the Trial Lawyers Honorary Society. Since 2006, Jeff has been recognized in both Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers for personal injury and medical malpractice.
In 2018, Jeff participated in a panel discussion with other attorneys on the subject of medical malpractice at the NY State Judicial Institute, which provides statewide education and training for the more than 1,500 judges and justices of the New York State Unified Court System.
In June of 2020, the Insurance Law Section of the American Association for Justice formed a new COVID-19 Business Interruption Litigation Taskforce. Jeff was appointed Chair for the State of New York and New Jersey.
Jeff is a Past President and current Board Member of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association and a Past President of the New York City Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is a frequent lecturer at the New York State Trial Lawyers Institute, the New York State Bar Association and Fordham University School of Law on subjects of Trial Practice, Medical Malpractice and Construction Injuries. He is regularly published in the New York Law Journal.
Since 1999, Jeff has been appointed by four consecutive presiding Justices of the New York State Appellate Division, Second Department, to its Committees on Character and Fitness.
Jeff has been admitted to the Bar in all Courts of the State of New York and New Jersey as well as the Eastern and Southern Districts of the Federal Court of New York and the Federal Court of New Jersey. In 2013, he was admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Defective and Dangerous Products
25%
Litigation
25%
Medical Malpractice
25%
Personal Injury
25%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 39 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 39 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Jeff S. Korek's Reviews
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Posted by Michaela | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Cancer Medical MalPractice lawsuit
I can't possibly say enough good things about my experience with this law firm. It's difficult to imagine going through this trial without Gersowitz, Libo, & Korek and in particular, Jeff Korek. Articulate, intelligent, kind, and direct were my first impressions of him and until I saw him in the cour...
Jeff S. Korek's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Jeff on several possible medical malpractice cases and know him to be extremely honest, hardworking and gets great results for his clients."
"An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."
"Jeff Korek is an amazing advocate for his clients. He's a true fighter and he knows how to win. Jeff and his firm work tirelessly to obtain justice for their clients. I've seen the results and they're impressive. If you need a lawyer to handle a case involving serious injuries, you would be smart to call Jeff Korek."
"I know Jeff as a colleague, and without question he has an outstanding reputation and genuinely cares about those he advocates for."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Bruce Hagen
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Michael Fruhling
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Edward Gersowitz
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2022
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2010
Best Lawyers in New York, New York Magazine
2009
Best Lawyers in New York, New York Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers
2008
Best Lawyers in New York, New York Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Recognized, New York Super Lawyers
2007
Best Lawyers in New York, New York Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Recognized, New York Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Best Lawyers, BestLawyers
2006
Recognized, New York Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Partner, Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C.
1988 - 1992
Senior Trial Attorney, Leahey & Johnson, P.C.
1986 - 1988
Senior Trial Attorney, Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C.
1982 - 1986
Clerk, Law Offices of F. Lee Bailey & Aaron J. Broder
Associations
New York State Bar Association
Member
New Jersey State Bar Association
Member
New York County Lawyers' Association
Member
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
Board Member
American Board of Trial Advocates
Member
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
Past President
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
American Board of Trial Advocates (New York City chapter)
Past President
Education
1986
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
State University of New York, Binghamton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2014
New York Law Journal
Obtaining Cell Phone Records in Civil Litigation
Languages
English