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John A. DeGasperis was born and raised in Kingston, New York. He moved back to Kingston after graduating from law school more than 11 years ago. Not long after, he joined Kingston-based personal injury law firm Basch & Keegan, LLP.
John handles a wide variety of personal injury cases including falls, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice, product liability, construction accidents, property loss, and insurance claims.
Over the course of his career, John has handled more than 1,000 personal injury cases and recovered more than $30 million dollars on behalf of past clients. John has considerable trial experience, which causes insurance companies to perceive him as a risk. His trial skills cause many insurance companies to invite him to resolve cases through mediation and arbitration. Given his level of experience and expertise, many of John's clients are referred to him by his colleagues in the legal community, including judges and court clerks.
John has been named one of the National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40, as well as a Rising Star by SuperLawyers Magazine. In 2018, John was appointed to the Third Judicial Department’s Committee on Character and Fitness, which evaluates applicants for admission to the New York State Bar. Appointment to this committee is given only to those attorneys with exceptional moral character.
John’s passion lies in personal injury law and the journey an attorney takes with a client from the date of the accident through the entire litigating process. Although some may disparage the practice of personal injury law, John believes he can and does bring comfort to individuals and families whose lives have been dramatically altered as a result of an accidental injury or death. John comes into people's lives only after they have lost their good health and are no longer capable of performing at their pre-accident status. He in turn uses the civil justice system to advocate on their behalf and make them whole again. It’s his ability to use the law to make a positive impact in his clients’ lives that fuels John’s passion for his work.
In addition to being committed to his clients, John is also committed to giving back to his community. In 2017, he earned the trust of his fellow bar members who voted for him to serve as President of the Ulster County Bar Association after serving on the board for five years. Currently, John serves on the Ulster County Bar Association’s Committee on Court House Facilities, which consists of a group of lawyers and local judges dedicated to ensuring that courthouse facilities in and throughout Ulster County meet the needs of the community. The committee’s mission became even more important in the wake of COVID-19 since there are, and will continue to be, significant changes to how the public access and use courthouse facilities.
John is most proud of his position on the Ulster Community College Foundation Board. SUNY Ulster holds a special place in John's heart. Years of reflection have caused John to realize that his attendance at SUNY Ulster was life-changing and instrumental in putting him on a path to success. By serving on the board of the Foundation, John feels he is able to give back to an institution that gave him an opportunity for success. He also uses his position to ensure that other students, particularly those facing financial hardship, have access to higher education. John enjoys supporting SUNY Ulster and continues to donate to the Foundation while serving on the board. He and his wife recently sponsored a local high school student as part of the President’s Challenge.
You can see John on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, sometimes using the alias "The PI Guy," to bring transparency and awareness to the practice of personal injury law. John uses his platforms to educate on the topic he knows well: personal injury law.
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307 Clinton Avenue, P.O. Box 4235, Kingston, NY, 12402
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Posted by Samantha | August 04, 2017 | Personal Injury
Has Confidence that Puts Clients at Ease
Two years ago, I slipped on some ice while I was pregnant due to management's negligence in maintaining the property's steps. I had no experience with legal matters and, of course, being pregnant made the situation even more stressful. John was so kind, confident, and professional. With all the th...
It's an honor when my close personal friends trust me with their own personal injury cases. In this situation you landlord demonstrated a complete disregard for your safety, as well as the safety of others. Thank you for letting me handle your case.
Posted by Renee | November 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Got the job done with professionalism and a heart
John A. DeGasperis got the full settlement for us! The most impressive thing was the way he treated the whole family. He was truly with us from the moment we called him. The case felt like a long confusing battle to us, but for John it was just a challenge that he rose to. He continues to provide c...
Posted by Nick | August 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Best Council I Could Ask For
I was involved in a car accident that could have costed my daughter's life as well as my own. I went to a garage and they had forgotten to tighten the lug nuts on my car. The following day I was driving and my rim broke off my car and almost ended up in a head-on collision and almost flipping my car....
Thank you for such a positive endorsement. Your case was one of the first of its kind to come across my desk. I feel we had a tremendous outcome and best of all you made a strong recovery.
Posted by Matthew | November 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Top Notch
John exceeded my expectations for what an attorney should be. He was very attentive to the details of my case and fought on my behalf to prove my innocence which ultimately resulted in my case being dismissed. John was exceptionally knowledgeable about the law, and throughout the whole process mainta...
Matt, you had maintained your innocence from the outset so we could not settle for anything less than a dismissal. I'm happy everything worked out for you.
Posted by James Clayton | January 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Amazing job
I was involved in a murder case and John did a amazing job of protecting me, negotiating on my behalf, keeping me informed, and ultimately out of jail and out of trouble!! I would recommend him to anyone who's in a jam.
Thank you for the positive online review. It was a pleasure helping you and your family.
"John is a dedicated advocate and talented attorney. John is active in the legal community and serves his clients with professionalism and compassion. Highly recommended!"
"John DeGasperis is an excellent personal injury attorney. He advocates for his clients effectively with a tireless work ethic, dedication to excellence, and use of his experience and resources. I highly recommend John DeGasperis."
"I endorse this lawyer. John, who is a New York attorney, needed to refer a case to a Los Angeles lawyer. John was very knowledgable of the facts and law, and together we obtained a very favorable settlement for our mutual client."
"I endorse this lawyer. John DeGasperis has been recognized as a "rising star" for good reason. I know him to be a very astute lawyer, a real advocate for his clients, and, perhaps more importantly, as a good guy. He is a young man that any client would be lucky to have as his advocate."
"John DeGasperis, Esq. has a better understanding of "what it takes" to be successful as a lawyer than members of the bar who are 20-30 years older than him. John is well on his way to becoming a top member of the plaintiffs' personal injury bar in the Hudson Valley. If you need a hard-driving, honest and committed personal injury lawyer, you can stop your search. John DeGasperis, Esq. is the right lawyer for you."
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Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2011 - Present
Associate Attorney, Basch & Keegan, LLP
2009 - 2011
Associate Attorney, The Law Office of Eric Schneider
2008 - 2009
Judicial Intern, United States District Court, Northern District of New York
2008 - 2009
Circulation Desk, Albany Law School, Schaffer Law Library
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, United States Department of Justice, Commercial Litigation Division
2006 - 2008
Law Clerk, New York State Attorney General's Office
2015 - Present
United States Supreme CourtAdmitted Member of the Bar
2013 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Knights of ColumbusMember
2011 - Present
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersMember
2011 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Ulster County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2009 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
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