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Eric has more than 23 years of experience in the litigation and trial of serious personal injury claims. He earned his Bachelor Degree at Cornell University in 1987, and his law degree with honors at the University at Buffalo School of Law in 1992. In 1993, he served as a confidential law clerk to then-Chief Judge Thomas J. McAvoy of the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York.
Eric began his career at a large law firm in Syracuse where he developed his trial skills. Practicing extensively in both state and federal court, he has represented individuals and their families in a wide variety of serious personal injury and wrongful death cases (motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice and defective products) that have resulted in millions of dollars in recoveries for the firm’s clients. PNH’s clients are well served by Eric’s excellent writing skills, attention to detail and strong trial advocacy.
Eric has been active with the state and local bar. He served on the Executive Committee of the Trial Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association, and currently serves on the Board of Trustees of the Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar Association. In 2005, Eric was appointed to the NYSBA Task Force on E-Filing of Court Documents. From 2006-2010, he served on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the American Red Cross, Onondaga-Oswego Chapter. He lectures frequently on a wide variety of topics that impact his profession.
Before law school, Eric worked for three years with a neuropsychology team in Cortland, N.Y. rehabilitating victims of traumatic brain injuries. He resides in Syracuse with his wife, Kathleen, a former Hospice social worker.
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Acquired: 1993
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State: New York
Acquired: 1993
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100 Madison St #1500, Syracuse, NY, 13202
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Posted by Carolyn | December 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
Atty.Norby was one of 2 lawyers who I hired for a medical malpractice suit. My questions were answered and explained in language I could understand. He came across as very caring and positive that I did have exceptional reasons to go ahead with a case. I feel Atty.Norby went way above in getting me a...
Posted by Kelly | February 06, 2015
Wonderful lawyer!
Eric assisted my husband and I recently with a incident that had us both nervous as we were very much out of our element (I work in health care and my husband works in HVAC). Eric was so quick to ease our nerves and get us on the right track toward a solution. He was always available and quick to r...
Posted by Jacob | January 16, 2015
PNH
I recomend Mr. Nordby to anyone looking for the best! He was very dedicated and on top of all details no matter how small. He responded to my needs quickly and kept me informed every step of the way. He is definitely a very sincere lawyer who cared for my situation. As well as having the ability to...
"Eric is an outstanding attorney with a brilliant legal mind. He is an excellent colleague and mentor with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He works very hard for his clients and is well respected in the legal field. I highly endorse him for all medical malpractice and personal injury matters."
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Founding Partner, Porter Nordby Howe LLP
1992 - 2009
Partner, Hancock & Estabrook, LLP
2009 - Present
Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees
1993 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Onondaga County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Federal Court Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
1987
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