William Charles Firth

William Charles Firth

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 19 years

Litigation Lawyer at Albany, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment & Labor, Civil Rights, Personal Injury

20 Corporate Woods Blvd., Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY

About William

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

Civil Litigation Defense: Defending civil litigation matters filed in either state or federal courts that are not criminal in nature. My primary practice areas falling under the broad category of civil litigation defense include: (1) civil rights/municipal defense; (2) personal injury defense; (3) products liability defense; and (4) automobile/trucking defense

12 years

40%
Civil Rights 20%

Municipal Liability Defense: Representation of various municipalities (counties, cities, towns) at both the state and federal levels involving constitutional claims (excessive force, false arrest, etc.) and claims of personal injury.

12 years

20%
Employment and Labor 20%

Representation of primarily employer defendants sued in state and federal court actions, together with claims brought before the New York State Division of Human Rights and the EEOC, relating to labor and employment claims (discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, etc.).

12 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

Representation of various individuals, municipalities and corporate entities at both the state and federal venues (premises liability, automobile/trucking litigation, products liability).

12 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, PC

20 Corporate Woods Blvd., Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY, 12211

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William Charles Firth's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

1 Client Review

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Posted by Alex | May 13, 2014

Very Knowledgeable and efficient Attorney

William was very in tune with our case and explained everything in advance as well along the way as it progressed and kept us in the loop. We were very happy we did not have to go to trial and settled in a timely manner. Thanks Mr. Firth for making this difficult time an easier one for us.

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William Charles Firth's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Rubin

Civil rights lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had occasion to meet Bill while i was a law clerk in federal court, and have continued to keep him in the highest esteem. Bill is passionate, competent, and well respected by his peers."

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Kevin Colwell

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shawn Lescault

Unknown lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Laura Hoffman

Litigation lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I am impressed with his knowledge of the law and his character. He is professional and hard working. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Rising Stars, Civil Litigation Defense, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Stars, Civil Litigation Defense, SuperLawyers

2010

Pro Bono Service Award, United States District Court

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, PC

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Bailey, Kelleher and Johnson, P.C.

2011 - 2012

Attorney, Towne, Ryan and Partners

2008 - 2011

Attorney, Thuillez, Ford, Gold, Butler & Young

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Pennock, Breedlove & Noll, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Defense Research Institute of Northeastern New York

Board Member

2010 - Present

Defense Research Institute

2006 - Present

New York State Bar Association

2006 - Present

Albany County Bar Association

2006 - Present

Saratoga County Bar Association

2006 - Present

Capital District Trial Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Varela v. County of Rensselaer

Prevailed on Motion

Kaczmarek v. City of Schenectady

Prevailed on Motion

Cascio v. Nettles

Prevailed on Motion

Medina v. Hunt

Verdict in favor of plaintiff client

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Education

2005

Syracuse

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Siena College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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