Richard Henry Abend

Richard Henry Abend

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 23 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

440 Park Avenue South, New York, NY

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

10%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 23 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 23 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Abend & Silber PLLC

440 Park Avenue South, New York, NY, 10016

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Richard Henry Abend's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alexandra | August 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Steady, strategic & tireless

Richard is the lawyer you want by your side in a malpractice case. Malpractice is an incredibly stressful and painful process -- you’re forced to relive everything you’ve been through -- and Richard was my beacon of strength and source of confidence from start to finish. Richard brought a pragmati...c, steady perspective to every step, presenting the facts kindly and gently, yet also with the clarity I needed to make informed, strategic decisions. Thanks to his guidance, I never felt lost, and I always knew I had someone in my corner. This process is long and complex, with more nuance than survivors could ever anticipate, but Richard was unwavering, dependable, and tireless in advocating for me. He truly moved mountains to secure the outcome I deserved, and I could not be happier with the result. I am deeply grateful for Richard’s expertise, compassion, and partnership. I recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone navigating malpractice. You will be in the very best hands.

Posted by Alan | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Best Personal Injury Attorney

Richard is an expert in all areas of personal injury. He is an excellent trial attorney and represents his clients in an exemplary manner. He is highly respected by judges, adversaries and his clients.

Posted by Lauren | April 29, 2013 | Personal Injury

Review of Richard Abend

Richard Abend handled my personal injury case. I was in a motor vehicle accident last year and it was extremely scary to say the least. I went by ambulance to the emergency room and am very grateful for Richard's services throughout this whole process. Needless to say, a personal injury involves so m...any levels of stress, not just physical, but also in terms of dealing with insurance claims, medical documentation, doctors' visits, and the dreaded independent medical examiner's visit. Richard was not only very patient and helpful but also supportive in answering all my questions during this process. He also helped with filling out all the insurance claims and the medical questionnaires which were daunting. I wasn't sure how much detail to provide and he was very specific in helping with every single question. He called me almost daily right after the accident to check on me and to see how I was feeling. He also followed up after each doctor visit and thereafter checked on me periodically to see how my recovery was going. At the same time, he helped with all the administrative and medical pieces of this ongoing process. I highly recommend him and should anyone have to go through anything similar, I cannot think of a person who has such a combination of professional skills and personal genuine caring. Thank you Richard to you and all of your staff for all of your help. Lauren

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Richard Henry Abend's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Friedman

Personal injury lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard is a fantastic lawyer on all issues related to Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. He is great with clients and provides great service every step of the way."

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Harmon Fields

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is thorough, resourceful, highly knowledgable, personable and engaging. Clients can expect the highest level of service from this attorney."

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Matthew Weiss

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Richard is a thorough and accomplished attorney. He leaves no stone un-turned and gets my strong endorsement."

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Alan Goldberg

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Matthew Weiss

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Super Lawyers, Thompson Reuters

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Member, ABEND & SILBER, PLLC

2002 - 2008

Associate, Lindenbaum & Silber, PLLC

Associations

2013 - Present

New York City Bar Association, Tort Litigation Committee

Member

2002 - Present

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Motor Vehicle Accident-Non-Surgical Herniated Disc

Plaintiff's Verdict

Failure to time diagnose and treat hodgkins lymphoma

Plaintiff's Verdict

Bus Driver Didn't Properly Secure Wheelchair

Plaintiff's Verdict

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Education

2002

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Rochester

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Bridge the Gap Basic Drafting Skills

2012

Medical Malpractice 101 Overview of Medical Liability Cases

2010

Take Charge of Your Career: Thinking of Going Solo? Considerations for Starting a Solo of Small Firm Partnership Starting a Solo of Small Firm Partnership

2010

Bridge The Gap Jury Selection

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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