Stephen Philip Brooks

Stephen Philip Brooks: Attorney with Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Stephen P. Brooks has over thirty years’ experience defending insureds and self-insured entities, with defense jury verdicts and pre-trial dismissals in virtually all types of insurance defense, including product liability, construction accidents, motor vehicle, Dram Shop, and fall downs. He is active in the defense of asbestos claims and frequently holds the position of defense liaison counsel in cases in New York’s Seventh and Eighth Districts.

Areas of Practice (7)

  • Real Estate
  • Commercial
  • Tax
  • Products Liability
  • Construction Labor Law
  • Insurance Defense
  • Asbestos Litigation

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Rutgers College, B.A., 1983
Law School Attended:
State University of New York at Buffalo, J.D., 1986
Year of First Admission:
1987
Admission:
1987, New York; 1987, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York; Illinois
Memberships:
Erie County and New York State Bar Associations.
ISLN:
908769498

Payment Information

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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (13 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/19/17 in Construction Labor Law

    It has been my pleasure to handle several cases with Stephen and he has always shown a high level of legal acumen, ethical integrity and persuasive advocacy.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 04/19/17 in Products Liability

    An outstanding attorney

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 04/11/17 in Personal Injury Defense

    I have known Stephen Brooks for over 25 years . We have litigated numerous matters on opposing sides. Besides being a consummate professional. He is a man of character and integrity.. He is a man of his word and an excellent attorney. I give him the... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/11/17 in Personal Injury Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 04/11/17 in Construction Labor Law

    Always professional and well informed

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/11/17 in Asbestos Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/11/17 in Construction Labor Law

    I have observed Mr. Brooks in court and at depositions on many occasions. He is a seasoned and highly effective trial lawyer who is always well prepared.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/11/17 in Construction Labor Law

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/11/17 in Construction Labor Law

    Steve is a good man and a good lawyer.

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/11/17 in Construction Labor Law

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Location

  • Buffalo, NY
    Main Court Building at Lafayette Square , 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
    Buffalo, NY 14202

    716-426-1701 Phone
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716-426-1701  Phone

413-731-8924  Fax

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