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also known as Jim Reed
I LOVE what I do. For more than 30 years, I have dedicated my practice to representing persons injured by the negligence, carelessness or recklessness of others. I spend my days (sometimes nights and weekends too), fighting with insurance companies and their lawyers to get my clients the benefits and compensation they are due. In 2015, 2017 and 2019 I was selected Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year" and for many years I have been selected for Best Lawyers in the US and as a NY SuperLawyer. I am a proud member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
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When I am not working, I can often be found on my bicycle as I am an avid bicycle rider and racer having competed in races all over the country including a 508 mile team race through Death Valley (The Furnace Creek 508) and a 540 mile race through the Cascade Mountains of Oregon (The Race Across Oregon).
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Acquired: 1987
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Posted by Kathi Ellis | April 15, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
He wasn't able to help me because my situation needs to be venued in NYC. He offered to help me find a lawyer in Manhattan. He could've just said I can't help you or never responded at all but he didn't.
Kathi: Thanks for the kind review. When I can't personally help someone, I often try to help them find the right lawyer as I know how tough it can be for folks to find the right lawyer for their case. Jim
Posted by Kathy/Joe | December 17, 2014
Jim is fantastic!!! I would not hesitate to get him again if God forbid, I ever need him again. He was always way on top of everything, got whatever needed to be done completed, answered my phone calls very promptly in emails if not by phone or in person. He has gone way above the call of duty. He ...
Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2014
In 2013 I was involved in a severe bicycle accident caused by a motor vehicle. In cases such as this, no matter the evidence, the cards tend to be stacked heavily against the bicyclist. As an avid cyclist himself, Jim was intimately aware of the prejudice that bicyclists must face in the legal world,...
Posted by Roseann | December 11, 2014
I was very happy with effort and dedication Jim and his staff put forward in handling my case to date. He and his staff worked with me , kept me informed throughout the process and continues to do so on an ongoing bases.
Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2014
Mr. Reed handled a personal injury case for me and although I resided out of state, every aspect of the case was handled professionally and highly competently. Great communications, personal contract when necessary, excellent advise, and a positive end result.
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a smart, professional medical malpractice that works his cases hard and gets extraordinary results. He is personable and easy to talk to and truly listens to his clients. If you have a case in the Elmira area, Jim and the Ziff team are the go to guys..they should be your first call and the only call you will need..."
"Jim works hard to give wrongfully injured men and women the results they deserve. He is a leader in his field. He answers listeners’ legal questions on WETM-TV, teaches upcoming lawyers at Solo Practice University, and still makes time to travel with his family. He’s a credit to our profession. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known and worked with Jim Reed for over ten years. He is an excellent, client centered lawyer who understands what his clients are going through and never loses sight of the human aspect of an injury or loss. He also knows how to try and win cases in his area, and is well respected by the bench and bar. I would send a family member to him without hesitation."
"I very highly recommend that you contact Jim Reed if you want a smart, motivated, informed and all-around good guy as your attorney. Jim has been extremely helpful to me as an attorney, and has always been willing to share his knowledge and experience with others. Jim is the attorney that other attorney's go to when they need help - that's the kind of lawyer you want if you've been hurt."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. Jim kinows how to successfully handle personal injury and medical malpractice cases both in New York and Pennsylvania. His blogs are informative and useful, not only to clients, but to fellow lawyers like me. Great lawyer, and greet guy!"
"Over the past 10 years I have worked on several personal injury cases with attorney, Jim Reed. He is meticulous in the investigation, preparation and litigation of his cases and has a thorough knowledge and understanding of both the medical and legal issues involved. In addition and (in my mind) most importantly, he sincerely cares about each one of his clients and works diligently to represent them in an honorable and ethical manner. He has earned my highest respect and admiration."
"I have benefited greatly over the past several years from the advice and knowledge passed on by Jim Reed. Jim has handled many large personal injury claims, with great success. Yet he is always glad to help those with smaller problems as well. I highly recommend Jim Reed for any type of injury claim, and I would not hesitate to hire him to represent my friends or family."
"I know Jim through a lawyers discussion group. His contributions are always insightful and valuable and he clearly knows his way around personal injury law. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have had the good fortune of getting to know Jim through several legal email lists as well as working on a matter for a client with him. Jim is a hard working attorney who is very knowledgeable. When I have talked to Jim's client, she only has the best things to say about him. I highly recommend Jim."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Attorney Reed is known in our legal community as one of the top personal injury attorneys. I have referred him several clients of mine to him who have been injured in an accident. Jim has always been sucessful in obtaining fantastic results. It is with great pleasure that I highly recommend Attorney Reed as a personal injury attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim Reed is the most knowledgable and effective personal injury lawyer I have ever encountered. When local lawyers encounter difficulties on thier personal injury matters, Jim Reed is generally the person they call. The fact that the majority of his clients come from referrals from other lawyers speaks volumes about the quality of Jim's practice."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is one of this area's premiere trial lawyers and defender of the "little guy." He and his firm are one of the best. I often refer cases to him because I know that the people that I'm referring will be in good hands. Also, I look up to Jim and try to emulate him and his actions. The old saying is true: You are the average of the five people you most associate with. Well, if Jim is one of your five, then he's raised the bar significantly."
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2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Selected NY SuperLawyer, US News & World Report
2015
Selected "Lawyer of the Year", Best Lawyers in America
2014
Selected Best Lawyer in the US, US News & World Report
2014
Selected NY SuperLawyer, Law & Politics Media
2013
Selected Best Lawyers in the US, US News & World Report
2013
Selected NY SuperLawyer, Law & Politics Media
2012
Selected NY SuperLawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Best Lawyers in America, US News and World Report
2011
Selected for Best Lawyers in America, US News & World Report based on peer reviews
2011
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Ny SuperLawyers-- Injury Lawyers, NY SuperLawyers by Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2010
NY SuperLawyers-- Injury Lawyer, NY SuperLawyers by Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2009
Selected as "NY SuperLawyer" for Injury Attorneys, NY SuperLawyers by Law & Politics
2008
Selected as "Upstate NY Super Lawyer"/Plaintiffs Personal Injury, Law and Politics and Hudson Valley Magazine
2008
Selected as "NY Super Lawyer ", NY SuperLawyers by Law & Politics, Seattle, WA
2007
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2002
Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
1986 - Present
Personal Injury and Malpractice Attorney, Ziff Law Firm
2009 - Present
NY Academy of Trial LawyersBoard of Directors
1986 - Present
American Association for Justice
1986 - Present
New York Trial Lawyers Association
2005 - 2008
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
1987 - 2008
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
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$500,000 Settlement in Ankle Fracture Case
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$975,000 Mediation Decision
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