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also known as Shua Gelbstein
Yehoshua (Shua) Gelbstein is a New York personal injury attorney and founder of Gelbstein & Associates, where he dedicates his practice exclusively to representing victims of serious accidents and catastrophic injuries throughout New York.
Gelbstein & Associates continues a family tradition in the legal profession spanning decades. Mr. Gelbstein’s father, a former judge and longtime attorney whose legal career began in 1973, helped establish a foundation centered on advocacy, integrity, and personal attention to clients. That tradition continues today through a modern plaintiff-focused practice dedicated exclusively to helping injury victims and their families.
Mr. Gelbstein focuses on helping individuals and families whose lives have been changed by car accidents, commercial truck crashes, construction accidents, pedestrian accidents, rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft, premises liability claims, catastrophic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death matters, and other serious injury cases throughout New York.
After an accident, many injured individuals find themselves overwhelmed by pain, medical treatment, lost income, insurance paperwork, and uncertainty about the future. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize claims and pressure injury victims into accepting less than they deserve. Gelbstein & Associates works to level the playing field by helping accident victims pursue the compensation available under New York law.
The firm handles serious injury matters involving commercial vehicles, tractor trailers, construction site accidents, delivery vehicles, and major corporate fleets, including Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and other transportation-related incidents. The firm also represents victims suffering injuries requiring surgery, rehabilitation, long-term treatment, and ongoing medical care.
Clients throughout Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Nassau County, Rockland County, and communities throughout New York seek out Gelbstein & Associates because of the firm’s hands-on approach and commitment to personal attention. Every client and every case matters.
Gelbstein & Associates is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Consultations are free, and there is never a legal fee unless compensation is recovered.
Multilingual support is available for clients who speak Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish, Ukrainian, Albanian, and additional languages.
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Acquired: 2008
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2607 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11210-3840
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Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Experienced and Caring Lawyers
Mr. Gelbstein and his staff helped my elderly mother after she slipped on an icy sidewalk. They took care of all the doctor coordination and kept me in the loop every week. The settlement helped her move to a safer apartment. We’re both extremely thankful.
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025
Trusted Advisors During a Tough Time
The team at Gelbstein & Associates worked miracles. My case involved three insurance carriers and a denied claim. Mr. Gelbstein’s team untangled the mess and resolved it in mediation for over $800k. They’re sharp and relentless.
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2025
Responsive and Compassionate Service
My cousin from the community told me to reach out after my fall on the sidewalk near Kings Highway. I was hesitant, but they were incredibly respectful and walked me through each step. Mr. Gelbstein made the insurer pay every penny of the policy. They made the process stress-free.
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2025
Handled My Case with Care and Precision
A friend from shul recommended I call Mr. Gelbstein after my accident. From the first call, I felt taken care of. His team treated me with respect and made sure I understood everything without pushing. The results were more than fair — a true bracha.
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2025
Best Legal Experience I've Had
I’m a working mom who was injured in a rideshare accident. I needed help fast and didn’t have time for legal runaround. Ezra and Karine made it all smooth — from medical to paperwork. Mr. Gelbstein secured a great settlement quickly. Total pros.
"I have known Mr. Gelbstein professionally for 20 years. He is dedicated to his clients and getting them the best possible result. I have also worked jointly with him on certain matters and recognize his talents first-hand. I highly recommend him."
"Yehoshua Gelbstein is a spectacular traffic and speeding ticket lawyer. Due to his overwhelming knowledge, intelligence, and experience, Shua Gelbstein is my #1 recommendation for clients requiring Speeding and Traffic Ticket Advice. I highly recommend Yehoshua Gelbstein as an attorney. Please call my office at 212-920-5224 for additional information."
"Shua Gelbstein, Esq. is one of the finest attorneys in the industry. If you're looking for a smooth and easy transaction, you have found the right attorney. He will make a difficult deal easy. I endorse this lawyer."
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2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Gelbstein & Associates
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
2026
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