STEVEN R. SMITH
ATTORENY AT LAW
Meet Steven R. Smith: Your New York Personal Injury Advocate
Steven R. Smith is the senior trial lawyer and founder of the Law Office of Steven R. Smith. Growing up as a competitive track and baseball athlete, Steven has always gravitated toward competitive environments. Today, he brings that same fierce competitive spirit, passion for litigation, and drive to win directly into the courtroom for injured New Yorkers.
With over 35 years of trial experience focused on personal injury and medical malpractice claims, Steven has dedicated his career to fighting so that insurance companies and negligent parties pay fair compensation for life-altering injuries. Born in Queens, he has lived in Queens, Kings, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties, giving him a deep, first-hand knowledge of the diverse communities he serves from his main office in Garden City.
New York Credentials and Academic Excellence
Steven’s legal career is built on a unique combination of psychological insight and rigorous legal training within the New York University system. This background allows him to approach every case with a deep knowledge of the human element behind an injury, analyzing exactly how a traumatic event impacts a client’s life mentally, physically, and financially.
Juris Doctor (J.D.): St. John's University School of Law (1988)
Master of Science (M.S.) in Psychology: C.W. Post College of Long Island University (1983)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.): C.W. Post College of Long Island University (1980)
Bar Admissions: New York and New Jersey State Bars (1988); All New York State Courts (1988); U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (1989); U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (1989)
Professional Career History and Corporate Defense Background
A successful injury claim requires knowing exactly how the opposition thinks. Before opening his independent practice over two decades ago, Steven honed his skills working on both sides of civil litigation. This career background gives him a massive strategic advantage in predicting how insurance companies evaluate risk and where they will attempt to limit payouts:
Insurance Defense Experience: Served as a senior trial lawyer at a prestigious insurance personal injury defense firm, learning the internal defense tactics used by insurance carriers to fight claims.
Plaintiff Malpractice Experience: Served as a senior trial lawyer at a top-tier medical malpractice and plaintiff's personal injury firm, securing major recoveries for injured clients.
Independent Practice: Founded the Law Office of Steven R. Smith, dedicating 100% of his firm's resources to advocating for injured accident victims.
Focused Practice Areas and Decades of Local Experience
You would not consult a general physician for a heart problem, and you should not consult a general practice lawyer for a catastrophic injury. The Law Office of Steven R. Smith concentrates on high-stakes negligence and injury litigation:
Motor Vehicle Accidents: Comprehensive representation for commercial truck, automobile, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents.
Premises Liability: Holding negligent property owners accountable for slip, trip, and fall injuries caused by hazardous conditions.
Medical Malpractice: Seeking justice for surgical errors, failure to diagnose, hospital negligence, and medication mistakes.
Construction Accidents: Fighting for injured workers under New York State Labor Laws, including scaffolding falls and job site safety violations.
Wrongful Death: Providing compassionate legal support and long-term financial security for families seeking justice for lost loved ones.
A Transparent, Results-Oriented Advocacy Philosophy
Steven R. Smith knows that clients do not want drawn-out lawsuits; they want fair settlements. Because he knows what factors insurance companies look for and value, he works relentlessly to position cases so they can be resolved favorably without costly and time-consuming litigation. However, when a fair settlement cannot be reached, his passion for litigation takes over. He personally reviews, manages, and controls every single case, standing ready to fiercely argue your story in front of a judge and jury to make sure you receive the maximum verdict possible.
Furthermore, Steven believes in complete financial transparency. All cases are taken on a 100% contingency fee basis. This means there is absolutely no out-of-pocket cost to hire the firm, no bills for phone calls, letters, or texts, and you pay zero legal fees unless he recovers monetary compensation for you.
Professional Associations and Community Ties
Passionate about giving back to the legal community and mentoring the next generation of trial lawyers, Steven frequently serves as a mock trial judge at his alma mater, St. John’s University School of Law, and sponsors an active firm internship program. His professional memberships include:
New York State Bar Association
Nassau and Suffolk County Bar Associations
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
American Association for Justice
American Bar Association
Contact the Law Office of Steven R. Smith
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else's negligence in New York, time is of the essence. New York law enforces strict time limitations to file injury claims. Let our firm handle the legal burden and fight the insurance companies so you can focus entirely on making a full recovery.
We offer free initial consultations to discuss the facts of your case and help you understand your options.
To share your story and get started with his firm, call our office directly 24/7 at 516-741-5454 or visit us online at newyorkattorneyatlaw.com.
