James B. Reed

James B. Reed

also known as Jim Reed

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Elmira, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Medical Malpractice ... +5 more

Ziff Law Firm, 303 William Street, Elmira, NY

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Car Accident 20%

I handle NY & PA car accident cases and have successfully recovered millions of dollars for my injured clients.

40 years | 300 cases

20%
Personal Injury 20%

For more than 27 years, I have aggressively represented PLAINTIFFS ONLY in all types of personal injury cases-- car crashes, truck accidents, construction injuries, defective products, etc.

40 years | 500 cases

20%
Medical Malpractice 15%

I have handled medical malpractice cases ranging from multi-million dollar birth trauma (cerebral palsy) cases, to improper surgery cases, to delay in diagnosis of cancer cases, to victims of deficient nursing care, etc. I find these cases the most challenging cases I handle and I love the challenge of mastering the medicine necessary to win these cases.

40 years | 50 cases

15%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

I handle NY & PA motorcycle accident cases and have successfully recovered millions of dollars for my injured clients.

40 years | 100 cases

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

I handle NY & PA truck accident cases and have successfully recovered millions of dollars for my injured clients.

40 years | 100 cases

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

For more than 27 years, I have represented families devastated by the wrongful death of a loved one. I know all too well the pain they experience and I view it as my job to make this painful time as tolerable as possible. I have succesfully recovered millions of dollars for family's victimized by the death of a loved one.

40 years | 100 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 38 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1987

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Ziff Law Firm

Ziff Law Firm, 303 William Street, Elmira, NY, 14901-2829

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James B. Reed's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (19)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Kathi Ellis | April 15, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very Helpful

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.

James Reed

Replied last April 17, 2017

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

HE'S THE BEST!!!!!!!

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 ...claims he is not a miracle worker, but my son and I definitely disagree. He got us way more than we anticipated he would for my sons case. He came to see my son in the hospital when he was not able to go to Jim. Jim and the whole firm were very respectful at all times. If someone didn't know the answers we were looking for, we got the answers in a respectable amount of time. Jim and his team wants nothing but the best for their clients and their families, and does their best to put the client and the families at ease, even when they are freaking out. They understand the families and clients are facing the worst times of t heir lives, and they try to help the clients and families stay clam and focused and prepare for what lies ahead.

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2014

Terrific job!!!

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,... and took every step to overcome this and make sure that the (very high) costs of my medical treatment were covered by the appropriate parties. He also fought to obtain a sizeable settlement to cover the many additional costs associated with the accident, and won. I cannot recommend Jim highly enough!

Posted by Roseann | December 11, 2014

Review of excellence for attorney Jim Reed

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

Always Top Notch

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.

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James B. Reed's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Kalabanka

Medical malpractice lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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..."

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Howard Spiva

Unknown lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Patrick Higgins

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jami Ferrell

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Bersani

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Michelle Callan

Medical malpractice lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Robert Kraft

Personal injury lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Eugene Lee

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jonathan Stein

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Frederick Cerio

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Richard Rich

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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James Carroll

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Personal Injury and Malpractice Attorney, Ziff Law Firm

Associations

2009 - Present

NY Academy of Trial Lawyers

Board 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

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential Settlement

$4,000,000

Allen vs NJ Transit

$2,500,000

Deutsch vs. Sutherland

$500,000 Settlement in Ankle Fracture Case

Hunt vs Corning Hospital

$2,400,000 Settlement

Whitehead vs Ira Davenport Hospital and Dr. Lin

$2,000,000 Settlement

Johnson vs Ira Davenport Hospital

$1,600,000 Settlement

Sullivan vs Canadian Trucking Co.

$975,000 Mediation Decision

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Education

1986

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Hamilton College

BA

Speaking Engagements

2011

Weekly Legal Commentary on Current Legal Events Current Legal Events

2011

Twin Tiers Entrepreneurs

Marketing a Multi-Practice Law Firm

2010

WETM-TV

Weekly Legal Commentary on Current Legal Events

2009

WETM-TV

Weekly Legal Commentary

Publications

2015

NYS Bar Association Litigating the Personal Injury Action in NY-- Update

2012

Plaintiff's Person Injury Litigation in NYS Litigating the Personal Injury Action in NY-- Update

2008

NY State Bar Association Book-- The Plaintiff's Personal Injury Action in NY The Personal Injury Action Before the Southern Tier Courts

2007

Don't Leave Your Family Unprotected! Learn the Five Secrets to Buying Auto Insurance

2007

What You Need to Know BEFORE Talking to the Insurance Company Learn the Five Deadly Mistakes That Can Kill Your Accident Case!

1996

New York State Bar Journal Sex, Lies and Videotape

Languages

English

Activity

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