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Brian Pascale leads Pascale Law as principal and founding attorney, representing injury victims across New York since 2010. He approaches each case as a partnership, delivering individualized attention and constant communication while pursuing aggressive litigation and favorable settlements. Anticipating modern challenges, Brian developed the firm’s defamation practice and launched Defamation Advocate in 2017 to assist clients harmed by online false statements. His peer‑recognized achievements include SuperLawyers Rising Star (2016), SuperLawyers (2017–present), multiple Top 40 and Top 100 honors from the American Society of Legal Advocates and the National Trial Lawyers, and awards from the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys; he also received the Champion for Children Award from the Crime Victims Center. A long‑time board member of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, Brian chairs its Technology Committee, authors case law updates, and presents CLEs. He served as Managing Partner of WeitzPascale from 2015–2021 and earned his J.D. from Touro (2005) and B.A. from Hofstra (2001).
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
90%
20 years
Libel and Slander
10%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 625-625 per hour
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2022 2021
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2022 2018 2017
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 5 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
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Online Presence
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Brian C. Pascale's Reviews
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Posted by Aryan | December 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Brian Is the Lawyer You Want in Your Corner — A Lawyer Literally Recommended by Judges
honestly can’t thank Brian enough. From day one, he never tried to exploit me or take advantage of my situation. When I got injured, he even came to meet me in person just to make sure I was okay. He was recommended to me by two judges, and now I completely understand why. Brian is exceptionally s...
Posted by Martin E | November 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Counsel in a Complex Defamation Matter
I retained Brian Pascale as my attorney for a complex defamation case. After consulting with several law firms, I chose Brian because he immediately grasped the details of my situation and demonstrated deep knowledge of the law. He gave me confidence from the start, listened carefully, and formulated...
Posted by frank | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
the best
warm with compassion and understanding helped me with my case as if it was his family been recommending him to all my family and friends
Brian Pascale
Replied last November 7, 2025We truly appreciate your confidence in allowing us to represent you in your time of need. If we can ever be of assistance again, please never hesitate to contact us.
Posted by Tequan | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
5 stars across the board
If you want a quality polished skilled attorney with experience that gets the job done in a timely manner and treats every case as if he’s fighting for himself, Brain Pascal is definitely the man for the job. Thank you Brian for everything
Brian Pascale
Replied last November 7, 2025It was a pleasure working with you. Call me anytime you need me.
Posted by Joselyn | October 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Pascale Law is Great!
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Brian and his staff. From day one, they were kind, attentive, and genuinely cared about helping me through the process. They were always easy to reach and took the time to explain everything so I felt comfortable and informed. Their professi...
Brian Pascale
Replied last October 21, 2025Thank you for the kind words. If you ever need anything, please reach out.
Brian C. Pascale's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brian is very "hands on" with his clients and pays extreme attention to his cases. He is more diligent than most attorneys and provides positive results for his clients."
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"I endorse Mr. Pascale as a valuable contributor to public awareness through this forum."
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"Brian Pascale embodies that rare combination of wit, knowledge, and efficacy. His talent is best reflected in his results and with his happy clients. I recommend him unreservedly."
"Brian is a top notch personal injury litigator. Having been on "the other side" of Brian's cases, I can attest to the fact that he is a master of tort law, leaves no stone unturned in pre-trial discovery, and is genuinely dedicated to his clients. I highly recommend his services."
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"Brian's answers are well thought out and spot on. He takes the time to not only address the question, but also to counsel the potential client as to the self help they can use. I believe any client would be in good hands with Brian as their attorney."
"Attorney Brian Pascale is a very active member here in the Avvo community posting accurate and helpful legal answers for folks needing some advice on their case. He is a valuable member in our profession. I fully endorse him."
"The answers of Mr. Pascale are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney. In addition he shows exceptional courtesy to the other attorneys on Avvo. This indicates that he probably would be very effecting in communicating with judges and opposing counsel."
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"Mr. Pascale is generous enough to share his legal knowledge on sites like Avvo. Apart from being kind, he is also a passionate, intelligent, and skilled attorney.I endorse this lawyer."
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"I highly recommend and endorse Brian Curtis Pascale. He has an excellent reputation with both judges and fellow lawyers. Mr. Pascale takes a practical approach to litigation, negotiation and settlement. He is the voice of reason."
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Experience
Honors
2025
SuperLawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, SuperLawyers
2024
SuperLawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, SuperLawyers
2023
SuperLawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, SuperLawyers
2022
Top Contributor, Avvo
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
SuperLawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2021
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyers in New York, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2021
Super Lawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Super Lawyers
2021
10 Best Personal Injury Law Attorneys, The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2021
Top 10 Personal Injury Law Attorneys, Best of the Best Attorneys
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Super Lawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyers in New York, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2019
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in New York, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2019
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2019
Super Lawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
2019
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of New York, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Top 40 Under 40 - Civil Plaintiff, The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
2018
Super Lawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Super Lawyers
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo
2018
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in New York, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Champion for Children Pro Bono Legal Services Award, Parents for Megan's Law and The Crime Victims Center
2017
Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers in the State of New York, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
TOP 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of New York, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Super Lawyers - New York Metro Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Super Lawyers
2017
10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in NY, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Top Contributor, Avvo
2017
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in New York, National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2016
Champion for Children Pro Bono Legal Services Award, Parents for Megan's Law and The Crime Victims Center
2016
Top Contributor, Avvo
2016
Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers in the State of New York, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Client's Choice Award - Car Accidents, Avvo
2015
Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers in the State of New York, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top Contributor Award - Car Accidents, Avvo
2014
Client's Choice Award - Car Accidents, Avvo
2014
Client's Choice Award - Personal Injury, Avvo
2014
Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers in the State of New York, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top Contributor Award - Car Accidents, Avvo
2012
Client's Choice Award - Car Accidents, Avvo
2005
Certificate of Appreciation, County Executive of Nassau County
2005
Certificate of Appreciation, Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Inc.
2003
CALI Award - Civil Externship, Touro Law Center
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Principal, Pascale Law
2015 - 2021
Managing Partner, WeitzPascale
2010 - 2015
Principal, Pascale Law
2008 - 2010
Associate, Kenneth J. Ready & Associates
2005 - 2008
Associate, Law Offices of David J. Sutton, PC
Associations
2022 - Present
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersSponsorship Committee Chair
2011 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersBoard of Directors
2002 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2018 - 2021
International Association of Privacy ProfessionalsMember
2015 - 2022
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersTechnology Committee Chair
2009 - 2015
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersBrief Bank Coordinator
Sample of Legal Cases
Six Figures Paid for Negligent Truck Maintenance and Repair
Settled prior to Jury Selection
Yelp Defamer Unmasked
Yelp forced by Court to identify publisher of Defamatory "Business Review."
Education
2005
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Hofstra University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
Legal Technology - Moderator
PPE for Your Practice: Viruses and Other Cyber Threat Protections
2020
Dean's Hour: Legal Responses to the Growing Menace of Cyberharassment, Digital Torts and Identity Theft
Cyberharassment, Digital Torts and Identity Theft
2018
Legal Technology - Moderator
Law Office Tech Update: Protecting Your Firm from External Threats
2016
Law Practice Management Class
Law Office Management
Publications
2018
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers: Technology Committee
Don’t Make it Easy on Cyber Thieves – Wipe that PC before Trashing it
2017
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers: Technology Committee
Be Concerned, Credible Threats to your Firm’s Bank Accounts Exist
2016
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers: Technology Committee
Encrypted Flash Drive Review: iStorage datAshur Pro 3.0
2015
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2015
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
2014
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
2014
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2013
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2013
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
2012
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2012
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
2011
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
2011
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2010
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
2010
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2009
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Second Department Case Updates
2009
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
First Department Case Updates
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Brian earned significant contribution points in 2022.
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was involved in a hit-and-run. I was exiting the George Washington Bridge headed towards new york.
07 Jun 2025
Q&A
Hello?
14 Dec 2024
Q&A
I had an account at work 1 yr 8 months, I would like to know if I still have a case ?
03 Jun 2024
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Claims for Defamation in New York
28 Jan 2015
Legal Guide
The Personal Injury Claim – Part 2
31 May 2011
Legal Guide
The Personal Injury Claim – Part 1
31 May 2011