Mr. Jonathan R. Ratchik

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Mr. Jonathan R. Ratchik: Attorney with Kramer, Dunleavy & Ratchik, PLLC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
    Avvo Top Contributor
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Biography

• Almost 30 years of experience devoted exclusively to the practice of personal injury law

• Has recovered tens of millions of dollars on behalf negligence victims and their families

• Active member of the New York City Bar Association.

Jonathan R. Ratchik is a partner at Kramer, Dunleavy & Ratchik, PLLC, where he has devoted his entire legal career, more than 25 years, exclusively to the representation of seriously injured plaintiffs in New York.

Jonathan holds the AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the profession's highest peer review distinction, reflecting top marks from fellow attorneys for legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards. He has been selected to the New York Super Lawyers list for six consecutive years (2020–2025).

His practice spans complex personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle and truck accidents, Labor Law sections 240 and 241 construction accidents, premises and elevator liability, pedestrian injuries, and medical malpractice. Jonathan has litigated cases through trial and appeal in New York State courts, including the First Department Appellate Division, and in federal court. He has secured significant verdicts and settlements on behalf of clients whose lives were permanently altered by others' negligence.

Jonathan has lectured for the New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA) and remains active in the plaintiff's bar community. He earned his J.D. from American University Washington College of Law (1997) and his B.A., cum laude, from New York University (1994). He was admitted to the New York Bar in 1998.

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Areas of Practice (7)

  • Automobile Accidents
  • Slip and Fall
  • Premises Liability
  • Elevator Liability
  • Construction Accidents
  • Pedestrian Injuries
  • Personal Injury

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
New York University, B.A., cum laude, 1994
Law School Attended:
American University, Washington College of Law, J.D., 1997
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
2002, United States District Court, Southern District of New York; 2002, United States District Court, Eastern District of New York; 2016, United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit; 1998, New York
Memberships:

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

New York State Bar Association

New York City Bar Association

Birth Information:
Suffern, New York, November 30, 1972
Reported Cases:

Manhattan by Sail, Inc. v. Tagle, 873 F.3d 177 (2d Cir. 2017)(reversing judgment in favor of petitioner and directing verdict in favor of respondent, a young mother of two who suffered a traumatic brain injury after getting struck in the head by metal clip while on board petitioner’s sailboat)

Waxman v. Hallen Const. Co. Inc.,139 A.D.3d 597 (1st Dep’t 2016)(reversing order granting defendant’s summary judgment motion which was untimely and where issues of fact whether defendant created dangerous roadway condition that caused plaintiff’s motor scooter crash)

Uncyk v. Cedarhurst Prop. Mgmt.,LLC, 137 A.D.3d 610 (1st Dep’t 2016)(reversing order granting defendant’s motion for summary judgment where issues of fact as to whether defendant had constructive notice of dangerous sidewalk condition that caused elderly woman’s fall)

Nakasato v. 331 W. 51st Corp.,124 A.D.3d 522 (1st Dep’t 2015)(affirming plaintiff’s post-trial motion to set aside jury verdict in favor of defendants on the grounds that verdict represented impermissible compromise)

Higgins v. West 50th Street Assoc., LLC, 94 A.D.3d 522 (1st Dep’t 2015)(affirming $6.7M verdict in favor of professional makeup artist who suffered mild traumatic brain injury after slipping on wet staircase)

Aaron v. Fish-Bones Towing, Inc., 90 A.D.3d 452 (1st Dep’t 2011)(affirming order granting pre-discovery motion for summary judgment in favor of professional photographer who, while locking up his bicycle on the sidewalk, was run over by a truck that had become detached from tow truck and jumped the curb)

Texeira v. BAB Nuclear Radiology, P.C.,54 A.D.3d 1022 (2d Dep’t 2008)(affirming denial of defendant’s motion for summary judgment where issues of fact as to whether statute of limitations tolled by the continuous treatment doctrine)

Rudnik v. Brogor Realty Corp.,45 A.D.3d 828 (2d Dep’t 2007)(reversing denial of summary judgment in favor of plaintiff construction worker who fell while trying to climb A-frame ladder that had been placed on top of a scaffold)

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913812219

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (24 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 02/14/19 in Personal Injury

    Jonathan has impressed me with his knowledge and ability to intelligently discuss the work he does for his clients. In addition, he is compassionate and shows a real interest in his clients - both traits that I believe are essential for an attorney... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 02/14/19 in Personal Injury

    I've been friends with Jon for over 25 years, as we went to college together, and later became legal colleagues. Jon is my go-to PI colleague. I trust him because he's knowledgeable, is able to analyze a case for its proper value, and then gets res... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/04/23 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/22/22 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/22/22 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/28/22 in Personal Injury

    Outstanding lawyer - excellent in every way

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 02/03/22 in Personal Injury

    I have known Jonathan Ratchik for several years through the legal community in New York City. I have referred clients to him and he has handled the matters famously. He is very communicative and knowledgeable. I have known him to be a zealous advo... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 01/13/21 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/14/19 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/14/19 in Products Liability

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5.0/5.0 (23 reviews)
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5.0/5.0 (13 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

After an almost fatal accident resulting in multiple fractures, I was overwhelmed and unsure of what to expect. Jonathan guided me through every step with patience and clarity, making sure I felt info...

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