Jeanmarie Westlake

Jeanmarie Westlake

also known as Jean Marie Westlake

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at East Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death ... +2 more

6739 Myers Rd., East Syracuse, NY

About Jeanmarie

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2002

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

DeFrancisco & Falgiatano Personal Injury Lawyers

6739 Myers Rd., East Syracuse, NY, 13057

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Jeanmarie Westlake's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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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... her!

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...e De Francisco law firm and Jean Marie Westlake. Jean Marie was extremely responsive, and very honest. After being in the business world for 27 years, I have had the opportunity to work with many different attorneys. Never have I met anyone quite like Jean Marie. Prior to the trial, Jean Marie handled everything. She studied my medical history and every aspect of my case. During the trial, she accurately depicted my experience and relayed my 4 to 5 year journey to the jury. When something did come up with the opposing counsel, she maneuvered expertly and efficiently and as a result, we succeeded. Jean Marie fought for me and my future in a fair, accurate and balanced way. Although Jean Marie cannot restore my health or take away my pain, she did secure my future. I am now able to seek and afford the medical treatment that I need with no worries on how the bills will be paid. With highest respect, I recommend Jean Marie for any personal injury or medical malpractice situation. I thank Jean Marie and the De Francisco Law firm team for standing with me during this most difficult time. They are truly the finest!

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. ... Whether it was a question over the phone, countering the appeals or finding that one piece of paperwork during testimony/examination, she never floundered. Unflappable. Jean Marie is well informed and if she doesn't have an answer, she gets one to you ASAP. A stickler for detail and a penchant to get it done, Jean Marie gives you a strong feeling of comfort that all is being handled. The team work between Charles Falgiatano & Jean Marie Westlake is like a well oiled machine, hopefully for many others one that lasts for a long time.

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 ...felt very comfortable with her even through a whole trial process! I can not thank Jean Marie enough for her services! Also the best part is I still stay in touch because she was in our lives through the hardest of times and I will always be greatful. She is the lawyer that you need for all of your troubles, she was even great with my children.

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Jeanmarie Westlake's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Green

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Brenton Dadey

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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David Snyder

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jesse Ryder

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Jeff DeFrancisco

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"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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Brenton Dadey

Personal injury lawyer

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Jesse Ryder

Litigation lawyer

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Charles Falgiatano

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Jeff DeFrancisco

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, DeFrancisco & Falgiatano, LLP

2002 - 2008

Attorney, Costello, Cooney & Fearon, PLLC

Associations

2017 - Present

New York State Bar Association County Bar Association Relationship Task Force

Member

2017 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Foundation

President

2016 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association Nominating Committee

Chair

2016 - Present

New York State Bar Association Committee on Leadership Development

Member

2016 - Present

New York State Bar Association Committee for Bar Leaders of New York State

Member

2016 - Present

Onondaga County Judiciary Committee

Chair

2016 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

Past President

2016 - Present

New York State Bar Association

5th Judicial District Delegate (House of Delegates)

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association Awards Committee

Chair

2015 - Present

New York State Bar Association Committee on Legislative Policy

Member

2014 - Present

Tri-County Bars Judicial Screening Committee

Chair

2013 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Delegate, House of Delegates

2013 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association Judicary Committee

Member

2012 - Present

Central New York Women's Bar Association Judicial Screening Committee

Member

2012 - Present

OCBA Part 137

Panel Member

2011 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Associatiion

Member, Finance Committee

2011 - Present

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

Member, Executive Committee

2016 - 2016

Onondaga County Bar Foundation

Vice President

2015 - 2016

Onondaga County Bar Association

President

2014 - 2015

Volunteer Lawyer's Project of Onondaga County

Board of Directors

2014 - 2014

Onondaga County Bar Association

President Elect

2014 - 2014

Assigned Counsel Program of Onondaga County

Board of Directors

2013 - 2013

Onondaga County Bar Association

Vice President

2012 - 2012

Onondaga County Bar Association

Secretary

2009 - 2016

Onondaga County Bar Association

Chair, Human Resource Committee

2007 - 2012

Central New York Women's Bar Association

Board of Directors

2001 - 2002

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Prunoske v. Urogynecologist

Verdict for $3,850,000

Perceptron, Inc. v. Silicon Video, Inc. et al.

Summary Judgment granted

Tornatore v. Cohen

Verdict for $1,400,000

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Education

2001

Syracuse University College of Law

Juris Doctor

1994

LeMoyne College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Syracuse University

Learn from the Practitioners

2009

Syracuse University

Motion Practice

Publications

2011

Attorney at Law Magazine New York Law Firm of the Month

Languages

English

Activity

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