A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, Jean Marie Westlake graduated from LeMoyne College, cum laude, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Labor Relations in 1994. She received her Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law in 2001. While in law school, Ms. Westlake was a member of the Tournament of Champions and National Trial Teams, where she received extensive training in trial techniques. Prior to joining DeFrancisco and Falgiatano Law Firm, she was a litigation associate for a local law firm and is well versed in insurance industry practices.
Ms. Westlake is currently Vice President, 5th Judicial District for the New York State Bar Association, Vice President of the Onondaga County Bar Foundation and is Past President of the Onondaga County Bar Association.
Ms. Westlake focuses her practice on civil litigation involving serious personal injury and wrongful death. She has experience in a broad range of personal injury cases, including but not limited to medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, premise liability, construction accidents and products liability.
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6739 Myers Rd., East Syracuse, NY, 13057
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Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2015
Excellent Attorney
Ms. Westlake was easy to talk to and was 100% professional! She answered all my questions and concerns. When I would call she would get back to me quickly! I was very impressed as to how she knowledgeable and efficient she was with my case. I would definitely refer my friends and family to call upon...
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2015 | Personal Injury
"thumbs up" for sure!
Jean Marie handled my personal injury/medical malpractice case. Approximately 5 1/2 years ago I had a routine surgery which left me with a permanent injury and terrible pain. After 3 corrective surgeries and losing my business due to my inability to work, it was then, that I sought the counsel of th...
Posted by KelleyButterfield | November 25, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Well Oiled Machine
Jean Marie is a member of the well oiled machine at DeFrancisco & Falgiatano law firm. Jean Marie co-counseled on our lawsuit which was long running and complicated. What a prepared and planned ahead person. Our suit involved voluminous records, multiple plaintiffs, and Jean Marie never flinched. ...
Posted by Robert & Christy | August 28, 2012 | Litigation
Most Amazing Trustworth Attorney!
I would most certainly recommend Jean Marie! She always made sure that we were kept aware of everything through out the case, nothing was a surprise. She is very honest and loyal to her clients. Me and my husband worked with her closely for two years and I am glad that we got the chance because I ...
"Ms. Westlake is a highly skilled trial attorney who has been incredibly successful on behalf of her clients both in and out of the courtroom. Her knowledge of the law and ability in the courtroom is second to none!"
"I have known Jeanmarie since I was a member of the National Trial Team at Syracuse University College of Law. After I graduated, we not only worked together on a number of personal injury cases, but she continued to serve as a mentor to me. I am very grateful that I have had the opportunity to learn from such a bright legal mind. I highly endorse her."
"I have known Attorney Westlake since law school where she excelled in trial practice. Since that time, she has not skipped a beat. I endorse this lawyer for her representation of her clients and professional skill."
"I know Jean Marie and have had the opportunity to work with her several times. She is in a league of her own when it comes to practicing law. Syracuse is fortunate to have such a great litigator!"
"I have worked with Jean Marie for several years. She has extensive legal knowledge and trial experience. With her experience, she has served as a trial coach for many years. I have also gone to trial with her on many occasions where she zealously represented her clients. I strongly endorse her."
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2016
Fellow, New York State Bar Foundation
2015
Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum - Top Trial Lawyers in America
2015
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum - Top Trial Lawyers in America
2015
Fellow, American Bar Foundation
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2008 - Present
Attorney, DeFrancisco & Falgiatano, LLP
2002 - 2008
Attorney, Costello, Cooney & Fearon, PLLC
2017 - Present
New York State Bar Association County Bar Association Relationship Task ForceMember
2017 - Present
Onondaga County Bar FoundationPresident
2016 - Present
Onondaga County Bar Association Nominating CommitteeChair
2016 - Present
New York State Bar Association Committee on Leadership DevelopmentMember
2016 - Present
New York State Bar Association Committee for Bar Leaders of New York StateMember
2016 - Present
Onondaga County Judiciary CommitteeChair
2016 - Present
Onondaga County Bar AssociationPast President
2016 - Present
New York State Bar Association5th Judicial District Delegate (House of Delegates)
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Onondaga County Bar Association Awards CommitteeChair
2015 - Present
New York State Bar Association Committee on Legislative PolicyMember
2014 - Present
Tri-County Bars Judicial Screening CommitteeChair
2013 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationDelegate, House of Delegates
2013 - Present
Onondaga County Bar Association Judicary CommitteeMember
2012 - Present
Central New York Women's Bar Association Judicial Screening CommitteeMember
2012 - Present
OCBA Part 137Panel Member
2011 - Present
Onondaga County Bar AssociatiionMember, Finance Committee
2011 - Present
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Onondaga County Bar AssociationMember, Executive Committee
2016 - 2016
Onondaga County Bar FoundationVice President
2015 - 2016
Onondaga County Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
Volunteer Lawyer's Project of Onondaga CountyBoard of Directors
2014 - 2014
Onondaga County Bar AssociationPresident Elect
2014 - 2014
Assigned Counsel Program of Onondaga CountyBoard of Directors
2013 - 2013
Onondaga County Bar AssociationVice President
2012 - 2012
Onondaga County Bar AssociationSecretary
2009 - 2016
Onondaga County Bar AssociationChair, Human Resource Committee
2007 - 2012
Central New York Women's Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2001 - 2002
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
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2001
Juris Doctor
1994
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
Learn from the Practitioners
2009
Motion Practice
2011
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