Richard L. Grant has served as trial counsel for The Law Firm of Davidoff & Associates since November of 2018. An accomplished attorney, he has achieved numerous notable successes for his clients, including a recent $1.35 million verdict for the firm in a motor vehicle accident case against GEICO. Mr. Grant has secured numerous million- and multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts in the course of his 25+ years in practice, an achievement that has earned him membership in the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
Mr. Grant is licensed to practice in both New York and Connecticut. He has tried over 50 cases to verdict and has successfully handled various different types of alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration. Mr. Grant has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Attorneys and Litigators by the National Trial Lawyers and the American Society of Legal Advocates.
Practice areas
26 years
26 years
26 years
Errors by doctors, hospitals and other health professionals that result in injury or death.
18 years
Injury or death resulting from a defective or malfunctioning appliance, vehicle or other product.
22 years
19 years
Boating accidents resulting in injury or death.
13 years
Languages spoken
English
The Law Firm of Davidoff & Associates
108-18 Queens Blvd.
Suite 404
Queens, NY, 11375
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CT | Active | 1996 | 12/23/2020 |
NY | Currently registered | 1996 | 12/09/2020 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Litigators | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2014 |
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Top 100 Litigation Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2013 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Million Dollar Advocate | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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trial counsel | The Law Firm of Davidoff & Associates | 2018 - Present |
Partner | Piazza, Simmons & Grant, LLC | 2004 - Present |
Senior Defense Litigation Associate | Ryan, Ryan, Johson & Deluca, LLP | 2003 - 2004 |
Defense Trial Attorney | Lippman & Ouellette, LLC | 1999 - 2003 |
Insurance Defense Litigation Associate | Corleto & Associates, PC | 1997 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Association for Justice | Member | 2012 - Present |
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Connecticut Bar Association | Member | 1997 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1997 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Case Western Reserve University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
Miami University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1991 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Underinsured Motorist v. Auto Insurance Co. et al | $725,000 settlement |
Pet Lover v. Pitbull Owner | $80,000 Settlement |
Shopper v. Big Box Retail Store | $500,000.00 settlement |
Student v. Sailing School | $1.2 Million Settlement |
John Doe v. Jane Doe | $350,000.00 Settlement |
Brain-damaged Patient v. Neurosurgeon | $2.4 Million Settlement |
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Mother and Child v. Restaurant Chain | $445,000.00 Settlement |
Head Injury Athlete vs. Board of Education | Settlement: $262,500.00 |
Motorist v. Motorist | Settlement: $300,000.00 |
Jane Doe vs. Plastic Surgeon | Settlement: $327,000.00 |
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Michael Burrell, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 23, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Richard is a diligent and competent lawyer who zealously represents his clients.
When I worked with Richard hew was always diligent and committed to his client's cause. You couldn't ask for a better attorney.
Edward Schenkel, Litigation Attorney on Dec 14, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I was opposing counsel to attorney Grant on a litigation matter several years ago. Attorney grant did an excellent job advocating for his client and maintaining a professional relationship with me.
James Noonan, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 16, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Attorney Grant is an excellent litigator. Extremely well prepared and well versed in all aspects of civil litigation. Thorough and diligent and a strong advocate for his client. Attorney Grant practices with the utmost professionalism and highest ethical standards.