Jacob M. Shooster

Jake M. Shooster is a dedicated trial attorney who represents individuals and families in complex personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, products liability, and premises liability matters. He is committed to helping clients navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives while pursuing the compensation they deserve.

Since joining Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, Mr. Shooster has played an integral role in all phases of litigation, including case investigation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, expert witness preparation, and trial preparation. His meticulous attention to detail and strategic approach enable him to effectively advocate for clients in high-stakes litigation.

Prior to focusing on plaintiffs' personal injury and medical malpractice law, Mr. Shooster practiced at a prominent plaintiffs' litigation firm representing investors and shareholders in complex securities and shareholder disputes. This experience strengthened his analytical skills and provided him with a solid foundation in handling sophisticated, document-intensive litigation.

Mr. Shooster earned his Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law, where he gained valuable practical experience through the Federal Tax Litigation Clinic, representing low-income taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service and the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. He also served as an extern in the Public Corruption Bureau of the Queens County District Attorney's Office, assisting with investigations and prosecutions involving public integrity matters.

Today, Mr. Shooster applies his litigation experience, thorough preparation, and unwavering commitment to achieving justice for individuals who have been injured by the negligence of others. He is dedicated to providing compassionate counsel and aggressive advocacy throughout every stage of the legal process.