Peter Anthony de Filippis

Peter Anthony de Filippis

also known as Peter DeFilippis

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Personal injury Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Business

450 7th Avenue, Suite 2205, New York, NY

About Peter

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Peter A De Filippis & Associates

450 7th Avenue, Suite 2205, New York, NY, 10123

Law Offices of Peter DeFilippis & Associates

547 Saw Mill River Road, Suite 2D, Ardsley, NY, 10502

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Peter Anthony de Filippis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | December 29, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Honest, Compassionate, Experienced, Expert

I met Pete maybe 30 years ago, before I even attended law school. He always was there for me, while in law school, after, and working in conjunction with me on coming up with innovate legal solutions to complex problems. Pete is selfless, diligent, strong, and capable. He is that rare fusion of s...trength and empathy. Some lawyers appear too kind and some seem them as weak. Some seem so strong they lack any humanity and people are turned off by them. Pete has both qualities, a fighter who cares, and can connect with his clients, the juries, the judge and even opposing counsel. I have referred several clients to Pete, and will continue to do so in the future. If you need legal help, I hope you are lucky enough to retain Pete.

Posted by Matthew | March 06, 2021

Highly Recommended

I had the opportunity to work in Peter’s office for about two years. He is an outstanding attorney who has 30+ years of experience practicing law. During my time working with Peter, I witnessed the amount of time and dedication he puts into each case. He holds himself and those who work with him to a... high standard to ensure that each of his clients receive the most favorable outcome. He is very meticulous, compassionate, and committed to achieving the best possible results for his clients. I would highly recommend Peter and his team to anyone seeking legal representation.

Posted by Michael | February 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Tax

A reliable, knowledgeable and professional attorney

I've hired Peter DeFilippis multiple times since the 1990s. He's my go-to guy for a variety of legal matters. He's provided helpful legal advice for me in the areas of taxes, bankruptcy, immigration, not-for-profit corporations and for-profit corporations. He and his firm are consistently relia...ble, competent and affordable. In addition, Peter is friendly, funny and easy-going. In over 20 years as a client of his, I've had a very good experience.

Posted by Iovonna | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Very Satified

Peter came highly recommend to me by a very good friend of mine. I hired him for my daughters personal injury case. Every step of the way, he was very professional, clear, and concise about what his goals were and what our expectations should be regarding the case. His experience and extensive knowl...edge about the law was very reassuring to me as well. I would definitely recommend Peter to friends and family as I was pleased with the outcome of the case.

Posted by Liz | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Highly recommended

Mr. DeFilippis was retained to represent in an automobile accident case. He came highly recommended and I must say he superseded my expectations. He was very knowledgeable and kept me informed every step of the way. He was always available to take my calls and answered all of my questions. I was very... satisfied with the services his law firm provided and will definitely recommend him to others.

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Joseph O'Donnell

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer and I highly recommend Peter. He is a consummate professional and a very knowledgeable attorney. When I worked for Peter, I valued his high standards of integrity and his professional generosity. He is a great mentor. Peter is dedicated to getting the best results for his clients and an asset to the legal profession."

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Joshua Annenberg

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As Appellate Counsel, I have worked closely with Peter DeFilippis who has achieved enviable results for his clients. Peter’s success for clients stems from meticulous and skillful case preparation for trial. Peter’s dedication to clients is shown by an unyielding determination to uncover favorable evidence through investigation and masterful questioning of witnesses. These very qualities make Peter a fierce advocate for his clients. Joshua Annenberg, Esq. Appellate Counsel"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

NYC Firms with AV Rated Attorneys, New York Magazine

2024

Gold Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2024

Top 10 Motor Vehicle Accident Settlements in New York in 2023, TopVerdict

2024

Top Verdicts & Settlements, VERDICTSEARCH

2024

AV rated “Preeminent” by judges and peers, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Civil Plaintiff-Top 100 Personal Injury Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2023

Rated, Elite Lawyers of America

2023

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Top Medical Malpractice Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2022

Nation’s Top One Percent of Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2022

Rated, Top Attorneys of North America

2022

Civil Plaintiff-Top 25 Medical Malpractice Trial Lawyers., National Trial Lawyers Association

2022

Member, Lawyers of Distinction

2022

Top 100 Attorneys in personal injury law nationwide, American Academy of Attorneys

2022

"Top 10 Attorney Award” for the state of New York, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2022

Top Attorney in NY Metro Area, American Registry

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2022

America's Most Honored Professionals: Top 10%, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

10 Best Lawyers in New York State, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2022

10 Best Lawyers in New York State, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2019

Top 100 Personal Injury Settlements in New York in 2019, TopVerdicts.com

2015

Nation's Top Attorneys-Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Verdicts and Settlements Hall of Fame: Medical Malpractice, New York Law Journal

2014

Verdicts and Settlements: Hall of Fame, New York Law Journal

2014

Top Settlements of 2014, New York Law Journal

2014

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2012

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top 1% Trial Counsel, Medical Malpractice Lawyers

2011

Top 10 Verdicts of 2010 (breach of contract), VerdictSearch

2011

Top Verdicts & Settlements, VERDICTSEARCH

2011

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2011

Top Lawyers: New York Metro Area, Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Lead Trial Attorney, Law Offices of Peter DeFilippis & Associates

1989 - 1991

Associate, Harmon and Marks

1987 - 1989

Law Clerk, Jeffrey Margolis & Associates, P.C.

Associations

American Bar Association

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

New York County Trial Lawyers Association

New York State Bar Association

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

1995 - 1998

New York County Lawyers' Association, Supreme Court Committee

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

MATTER OF MELISSA BASTAS

$500,000 settlement in Queens, N.Y.

BUNCH vs. GWOOD

$4,050,000 settlement in Kings County Supreme Court

BENT-ANDERSON vs. SINGH

$750,000 settlement for pain and suffering in Westchester Supreme Court

RAFTERY vs. ABC COMMUNICATIONS CORP.

$1,800,000 settlement for pain and suffering in Westchester County Supreme Court

COSTELLO vs. MARIOS RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA, MARIO DINARDI, ET AL

$625,000 recovery for pain and suffering only

CALIXTE vs. 5201 SNYDER AVE. ASSOC. LP ET AL

Settlement in Kings County Supreme Court after jury selection for $300,000

BRUSCO vs. ROSTOKER

The matter settled for $400,000 in The Bronx Supreme Court

Stothart v. Montefiore Medical Center

A total damages verdict was rendered in The Bronx County Supreme Court for $3,500,000.

Richards v. Wolfe

The case was tried in New York Supreme Court and a settlement was reached after three days of trial for $550,000.

Castello v. Casper

The matter was settled after depositions were conducted for $775,000.

Asta v. NYCHHC

The case, which was filed in the Kings County Supreme Court, was settled before depositions for $675,000.

Towers v. NYC

A total damages verdict was rendered in The Bronx County Supreme Court for $1,900,000.

LEVY vs. COMBS (P. DIDDY)

A Judge ruled Combs was at fault for causing the deaths and injuries. The case settled during trial in a companion case for a significant amount subject to a confidentiality agreement at the request of Combs.

IFD v. NYCSCA

The case, which was filed in the Kings County Supreme Court, settled before depositions began for $1,250,000.

Ramirez v. NYCHA

Jurors awarded a total damages verdict for $598,500

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Education

1988

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Fordham University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

Mandarin

English

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