G. Oliver Koppell

G. Oliver Koppell

also known as Oliver Koppell, G. Oliver Koppell

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 59 years

Personal injury Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Business, Discrimination ... +2 more

99 Park Ave Suite 1100, New York, NY

About G. Oliver

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 59 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1966

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of G. Oliver Koppell & Associates

99 Park Ave Suite 1100, New York, NY, 10016-1601

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G. Oliver Koppell's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Effective, efficient, experienced

I was very pleased with my experience and the outcome. I had a complex legal matter that I needed advice and representation on where other attorneys could only apply one lens and were telling me I had a weak position. Attorney Koppell was able to apply his past experience as a former Attorney Genera...l to understand all the parts and how they fit together and put together a strong argument. He took a personal interest in not just the case but my wellbeing (that prolonging a process can be stressful) and I did not feel he was putting self interest or his agenda ahead of mine. I was able to stay clear about my goals and never felt pressured. My goal was a reasonable result. We achieved that. I had been referred by a “regular person”, a healthcare enrollment advisor, a Spanish-speaking woman of color, while I was sitting in Bellevue hospital lobby. She spoke highly of Attorney Koppell on how he represented her when she was not treated fairly. I have to agree with her. It is great to see someone with the experience and name recognition that Attorney Koppell has using that on behalf of the average person to get a fair result.

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2019 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Generous and great advice.

Mr. Koppell spent a long time with me on a Sunday to go over the details of a potential case and selflessly gave me valuable advice on several very complicated issues. He is a great attorney.

Posted by jameion | August 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

GREAT LAW FIRM

Mr. Koppell and his law team was great and very dedicated to my discrimination case. When all law firms turned me away, Mr. Koppell and his team fought hard to make sure my case was won. This law firm makes you feel confident and they are very attentive. Mr. Koppell is competent and reasonable confid...ent. Mr. Koppell is far from delusional and understands what it takes to win a case. They are always available to assist you.. via by phone, email, or clients can set up a in person meeting. I highly recommend this law firm and I was greatly satisfied with the outcome.

Posted by Linda | August 22, 2018

Lawyer for a lawyer

Mr. Koppel was excellent and promt in his response. Gave me correct information and was truthful which we dont see very often.

Posted by Danielle | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing lawyers. Best experience would recommend to anyone!

This year has been a rough one for me with nursing school a 3 yr old and just stress! So dealing with a case on top of it all, honestly I was a bit anxious about but I must say My lawyer Oliver Koppell along with John Collorafi and Julian Brod were incredible. They were always so kind , knowledgable..., helpful, always immediately responded and so encouraging throughout the entire process. I actually enjoyed getting phone calls from them throughout the year it would boost my confidence and brighten my day. They did top quality work and knew they would be a success...and were a success. I'm so grateful for what Oliver koppell and his associates did for me and would truly reccomend them to anyone in need of a lawyer! May God bless them for helping people and for the good work they do.

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G. Oliver Koppell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alan Gerson

Litigation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Oliver is a brilliant attorney, with specialties in both general and class action litigation. He is also an expert in estate matters. Oliver and I served together on the City Council, I have referred clients to him, and he has represented my family and me in insurance related litigation. Oliver brings an extra depth of insight to his cases from his storied career as New York State's Attorney General and as an Assemblyman and Councilman as well as a seasoned litigator. Oliver's analytical skills and command of the law and legal procedure rank second to none. He takes his time to analyze facts and the law thoroughly and perceptively. He then is a formidable adversary across the negotiating table and in the courtroom, as I have personally witnessed on more than one occasion. Part of what makes Oliver a great attorney is his ease of communication with clients and his openness to listen to clients. He is completely dedicated to his clients' success."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of G. Oliver Koppell

2002 - 2012

Council Member, New York City Council

1996 - 1998

Partner, Meyer, Suazzi, English & Klein

1995 - 1996

Partner, Zwerling, Schachter, Zwerling & Koppell

1994 - 1994

Attorney General, State Of New York Office Of The Attorney General

1989 - 1993

Partner, Koppell, Drachler & Lipofsky

1973 - 1980

Associate, Gordon & Schechtman

1970 - 1993

Member of Assembly, New York State Assembly

1966 - 1973

Associate, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP

Associations

Democratic Judicial Convention in Bronx, NY

Delegate

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2005 - 2013

New York City Council, Committee on Mental Health

Chairman

1987 - 1993

New York State Assembly, Judiciary Committee

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Defective Medical Device

Substantial settlement

Defective Drugs

Recoveries obtained from manufacturers

Automobile Accident

Settled for the limit of the insurance policy

Moped Rider Struck By Car

Obtained substantial six figure compensation

Pedestrian Struck By Car

Recovery of substantial compensation

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Education

1965

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1962

Harvard College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1988

United States Code Annotated Regulation of Jury Service Statewide (NY), Ch. 473 Laws of 1988

1988

United States Code Annotated Perfection of Security Interests in Real Estate Co-Ops, Ch. 333 Laws of 1988

1982

United States Code Annotated New York State Returnable Container Act "The Bottle Bill"

1981

United States Code Annotated Statewide Powerplant Siting, Ch. 713 Laws of 1981

1981

United States Code Annotated Public Utility Consumer Bill of Rights, Ch. 895 Laws of 1981

1980

United States Code Annotated Reform of Securities Takeover Disclosures, Ch. 733 Laws of 1980

1977

United States Code Annotated Eminent Domain Procedure Act, Ch. 839 Laws of 1977

1977

United States Code Annotated State Environmental Quality Review Act, Ch. 723 Laws of 1977

Languages

English

Activity

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