Walter A. Lesnevich

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Walter A. Lesnevich: Attorney with O'Cathain Law Group
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Biography

Walter A. Lesnevich currently serves as Of Counsel in the personal injury law department of O’Cathain Law Group.

Walt has been litigating cases for over fifty years in both State and Federal Courts in New Jersey and New York. He began his legal career as an Assistant US Attorney for the District of New Jersey in the Special Prosecutions Unit, investigating and prosecuting political corruption before entering the private sector.

He formed his own firm, using his expansive litigation experience and knowledge to expand his practice to include criminal defense, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters. Walt grew the firm from his solo practice to partnering with his wife and eventually becoming Lesnevich, Marzano-Lesnevich, O’Cathain & O’Cathain, LLC.

Walt served his profession as a former Trustee of the New Jersey State Bar Association and is currently certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney. In recognition of his vast trial experience, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Trial Advocates and has been designated a Super Lawyer every year since its inception.

Walt enjoys achieving justice for his clients. On a personal level, Walt loves travel, fine dining, talking baseball, watching baseball, and rooting every year for the Mets! He loves spending time with his five children, their spouses/partners, and their eleven grandchildren.

EXPERIENCE

• Managing Partner, Lesnevich Marzano-Lesnevich O’Cathain & O’Cathain, LLC

• Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey
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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Personal Injury
  • Professional Malpractice
  • Wrongful Death
  • Automobile Accidents and Injuries
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Drug and Medical Device Litigation
  • Products Liability
  • Homicide and Criminal Defense
  • Civil

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Rutgers University, B.A., Psychology, 1963; Syracuse University, M.A., Psychology, 1965
Law School Attended:
Rutgers University Law School, J.D., 1972
Year of First Admission:
1977
Admission:
1972, New Jersey; 1972, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey; 1977, New York; 1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit; 1977, U.S. District Court, Eastern, Southern and Northern Districts of New York
Military:
Retired, Major, U.S. Air Force Reserve, 1987; New Jersey Air National Guard, 1972-1979; Active Duty, U.S. Air Force, 1965-1969; Commissioned Second Lieutenant, U.S. Air Force, Rutgers R.O.T.C., 1963
Birth Information:
Weehawken, New Jersey, March 9, 1942
Certifications:
Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial and Criminal Trial Attorney
ISLN:
905505983

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (1 review)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 05/22/14 in Criminal Law

    I used to work for his Wife in their matrimonial department. I have first hand knowledge of Walter and his experience in both Civil and Criminal Law. He is very experienced, smart, and has a true passion for his profession.

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212-257-3670  Phone

www.olgnj.com/our-team/walter-a-lesnevich

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