Jason Adam Newfield

Jason Adam Newfield

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Insurance Lawyer at Melville, NY
Practice Areas: Insurance, Employee Benefits

555 Broadhollow Road, Suite 403, Melville, NY

About Jason

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Insurance 60%

Our practice focuses on disability insurance claims, under ERISA group LTD and private policies. We work directly in a partner to client manner, providing our clients with the benefits of our vast experience in this specific and complex arena.

25 years | 1,000 cases

60%
Employee Benefits 40%

ERISA disability law - Group LTD and AD&D claims.

25 years | 500 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 30 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 19 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2006

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Newfield Law Group, P.C.

555 Broadhollow Road, Suite 403, Melville, NY, 11747

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Jason Adam Newfield's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

5 star (49)
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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent work helping me prepare for, execute, and maintain disability claim, for twenty years!

I have worked with Jason Newfield for nearly two decades, and he has been extremely professional, thoughtful, serious, and empathic throughout. When my extended illness was imminently reaching the crisis stage after years of struggling at my job, I consulted with Jason about the disability process, a...nd he gave me tremendous help and advice in preparing the necessary documentation for my case, understanding my policy, and preparing myself realistically for the challenges involved. His deep experience about all aspects of a case like mine was a tremendous asset. When I was finally unable to continue working, Jason was incredibly prompt and compassionate and immediately responsive in helping me navigate my declaration of disability, and dealing with my employer and insurer. And in the decades since, he has been invaluable in, as his website says, “holding insurance companies to their promises”, through multiple periodic reviews. My life literally might have been very different if I had not been referred to Jason.

Posted by Jeff | February 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Disability claim

I spoke to a few lawyers about filing a claim with my “own occupation “ disability insurance policies and ultimately chose Jason Newfield to help me. . Jason was very knowledgeable, explaining the process and guiding me through every step. He made what could have been a very arduous and drawn out exp...erience very easy. I highly recommend him.

Jason Newfield

Replied last February 26, 2024

Thanks much for sharing your experiences with the firm. The initial work we performed on your claims was to present the claim with as few open questions as possible. This led to an expedited and favorable claim decision, and smooth claim navigating. You are easy to work with and always responsive to requests. thanks.

Posted by LJ | March 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Jason Newfield

Dealing with a private disability insurance claim can be a difficult and laborious process. Even in its simplest form, the process is adversarial and one needs top notch representation. Jason Newfield and his staff, Kristin, provide just such legal services. My medical condition had deteriorated o...ver a number of years to the point where a disability claim was inevitable. One files a claim and initially you get some support from the insurance company claim staff, but inevitably you hit the wall. The claim will be denied for any number of reasons. You have plenty of medical evidence, but the insurance company overwhelms you. This is why you need the excellent legal guidance Jason can provide. Jason is extremely knowledgeable in private disability insurance, knows the participants very well and has plenty of experience. He knows the routine, what to expect from the disability claim staff, and how to steer the process to the best possible conclusion. He took charge of my case, managing the interface with the insurance company and the submission of the appeal. It’s fair to say he knew what would happen at each juncture, and had a tactical response ready if he did not like the result. Jason is also all business, efficient with his and your time. Legal calls are focused, to the point and short. It’s what you want from your lawyer for disability insurance representation. Jason and Kristin turned a disability denied situation to an approval for Long Term Disability. Nothing changed, all the facts and medical support were the same, but, with Jason’s representation, my claim was approved. Outstanding results.

Posted by Grateful | March 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Could not have done it without him

As a physician practicing for 30 years who loved my job it was very difficult for me to acknowledge I could no longer safely practice medicine and file for disability. I interviewed 4 disability attorneys as I did not feel equipped to handle this on my own. I chose Jason over the others because of ...his confidence and forthright manner. He was also very kind and understanding of my difficulties with the loss of my professional identity. I cannot emphasize how much I feel that I could not have done this without him. There were some issues with my claim that he easily helped me navigate ultimately leading to a successful claim. I had multiple physicians involved, more than one medical issue and a changing work/financial situation that he knew exactly how to manage. I highly recommend Jason. He has changed my life for the better. I am so impressed with him and grateful that he and I will be staying in touch.

Posted by David | February 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Spectacular attorney

I met Jason Newfield several years ago when my health changed and I needed to find legal representation in order to handle my disability claim. From the beginning I knew I had come to the right place. Jason and his entire legal team made me and my wife feel extremely comfortable and very confident in... their ability to guide us through this difficult and complex process in a warm and caring manner. My disability claim was successful thanks to Jason Newfield. There is no way I could have navigated through this process successfully on my own. Even more impressive is the fact that he and his team are there for me any time I have a question about my situation or whenever I need advice. I highly and without reservation recommend Jason Newfield and his fantastic team.

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Jason Adam Newfield's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Hess

Employee benefits lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jason for approximately 5 years. He is a passionate and highly skilled advocate for individuals in need of long term disability benefits. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Talia Ravis

Employee benefits lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jason is not only a highly knowledgable and experienced litigator in the fields of disability insurance and employee benefits, but he is a caring and sympathetic individual who will tenaciously advocate for the best interests of his clients. For this reason, he is highly respected by his colleagues and peers alike. I give Jason the highest recommendations."

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Justin Frankel

Insurance lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jason is a national expert on Disability Insurance and ERISA. I recommend Jason without reservation."

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Christopher Brown

Litigation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jason and I have opposed each other in several litigations involving claims for disability insurance benefits under individual and group policies. Relatively speaking, there are few lawyers who practice in this "niche" area. Jason's significant experience was evident in each matter as he was well-versed in the applicable law and thoroughly familiar with the details of his client's claim. He was always well-prepared and persistent in trying to advance his client's interests."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Metro New York Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2024

AV Preeminent, Martindale Hubble

2023

AV - Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Metro New York, Super Lawyers

2022

AV - Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

AV-Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

AV-Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2019

AV-Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

AV-Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Founding Partner, Newfield Law Group, P.C.

2004 - 2024

Founding Partner, Frankel & Newfield, P.C.

2001 - 2004

Senior Associate, Quadrino & Schwartz

1999 - 2001

Vice-President, General Counsel, Fatsauce Studio

1998 - 1999

Associate, L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.

1997 - 1998

Associate, Wolf & Fuhrman

Associations

2006 - 2010

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Advisory Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Capretta v. Prudential Ins. Co.

resolution

Cacaperdo v. Hartford Life Ins. Co.

Defeated Summary Judgment

Garban v. CIGNA Life Ins.

Resolution

Magee v. Met Life Ins. Co.

Court found for Plaintiff

Hogan-Cross v. Met Life

Case resolved

Samedy v. First Unum Life Insurance Company

Steiner v. First Unum Life Insurance Company

Melinda Asuncion v. Met Life

Discovery Ordered

Nancy Trussel v. CIGNA Life Insurance

Discovery Ordered

Mergel v. Prudential Life Ins. Co.

During litigation, Prudential settled.

Burgio v. Prudential Life Ins. Co.

Discovery ordered

Barber v. Sun Life

Awaiting trial

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Education

1995

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Hofstra University School of Law

Hofstra Law Review - Associate Editor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Litigating Disability Insurance Claims

Subjective Disorders - Objective Proof of Non-VIsable Conditions

2013

Litigating Disability Insurance Claims

Surveillance

2012

Litigating Disability Insurance Claims

Discovery in ERISA disability litigation

2009

Litigating ERISA Disability Claims

Analysis of Glenn v. Met Life

2008

American Conference Institute

Litigating Disability Insurance Claims

2007

OFFER

Patient and Provider Conference

2007

GLIDM

What you Need to Know about Filing a Disability Claim

Publications

2007

CFIDS Chronicle All Risk, No Reward, Functional Capacity Testing Concerns

2005

Podiatry Management What You Need to Know about Filing A Claim for Disability Benefits, Parts I and II

2005

Podiatry Management Commonly Asked Disability Insurance Questions

2005

Chiropractic Economics How to Avoid the Disability Claims Blues

2004

CFIDS Chronicle Finding Success in the Disability Wars

Languages

English

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