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J.R. Stevenson
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About J.R.
Biography
A seasoned attorney with a wide range of litigation experience, J.R. Stevenson works closely with his clients to develop the best strategies to address their legal concerns. His areas of expertise include employment litigation, commercial litigation, complex insurance coverage disputes, environmental and toxic tort litigation, property damage and first party damage, general liability insurance coverage, and maritime issues. J.R. has litigated a number of liability declaratory judgment cases through appeal.
Before founding the firm in 2012, J.R. worked at leading multinational law firms Thacher Proffitt & Wood LLP and Clyde & Co US LLP. He is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit.
J.R. graduated cum laude from St. John’s University School of Law, where he received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for earning the highest grade in his Evidence and Trust & Estates courses. He received a bachelor’s degree in economics with a concentration on international trade from Binghamton University. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Maritime Law Association of the United States.
Represents businesses and individuals in insurance coverage disputes and commercial litigation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Insurance
50%
18 years
Environmental and Natural Resources
25%
Litigation
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 16 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Stevenson Marino LLP
(844) 552-0431
Mobile
2000 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY, 11729
stevensonmarino.com/Stevenson Marino LLP
(844) 552-0431
Mobile
445 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 1500, White Plains, NY, 10601
stevensonmarino.com/Stevenson Marino LLP
(844) 552-0431
Mobile
105 Maxess Road, Suite 124, Melville, NY, 11747
stevensonmarino.com/Online Presence
Other places you can find J.R. online.
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J.R. Stevenson's Lawyer Endorsements
"J.R. is one of the smartest, hardworking and innovative attorneys I have ever worked with. He is relentless in his representation of his clients and perseverance is one of the keys to his success. Two of his greatest strengths are his honesty and trustworthiness. J.R. will always be forthright with his clients and clients can trust what J.R. tells them. I freely and strongly recommend J.R. whenever possible as he is someone I would trust with my own matters."
"J.R. Is an excellent attorney. He is hardworking, intelligent, and savvy. He has a tremendous amount of experience and can easily handle everything from complex legal matters to the more routine. I would recommend him to anyone who needs excellent representation."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"J.R. is an experienced litigator and dedicated to zealously advocating on behalf of clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"J.R. is an excellent commercial litigator. He has tremendous instincts and is a fierce advocate for all of his clients. I highly recommend him to handle any commercial dispute."
"I have known J.R. since our law school days and have had the pleasure of working with him on various projects since. He is a knowledgeable attorney and passionate litigator. I would not hesitate to continue referring him to my clients."
Matthew Lehrer
Real estate lawyer
Joseph Fusco
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Associate, Levy Konigsberg
2009 - 2012
Associate, Clyde & Co. Us, LLP
2006 - 2009
Associate, Thacher Proffitt & Wood
Associations
2011 - 2011
New York City Bar Association, Admiralty CommitteeSecretary
Education
2007
St. John's University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
State University of New York, Binghamton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Monthly Committee Meeting
Piracy
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers