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Trial Advocacy: Using Professional Ethics to Discredit Opposing Expert Witness Testimony
In yesterday’s column in the New York Law Journal, our managing partner Ben Rubinowitz assisted by our associate Brian Karalunas and Evan Torgan, a member of Torgan Cooper & Aaron wrote:
All attorneys must abide by the Rules of Professional Conduct, but many fail to realize that similar requirements apply to most individuals providing expert testimony. These standards can provide ammunition for impeachment when expert witnesses fail to abide by the ethical requirements of their field.
9 Attorneys at our Personal Injury Law Firm named 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers (including one top 10 and two top 100) and 3 Named 2023 New York Metro Rising Stars
Congratulations to the 12 attorneys at our firm who were included in this year’s 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers and 2023 New York Metro Rising Stars lists. Among them, our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz also made it to the top 10 New York Metro Super Lawyers while senior partners Jeffrey Bloom and Howard Hershenhorn were also listed in the top 100 New York Metro Super Lawyers.
For the 18th consecutive year, our firm was one of the personal injury law firms in New York City with the highest amount of attorneys listed in Super Lawyers. These attorneys are:
- Ben Rubinowitz, selected for the 18th consecutive year and listed in the top 10 and top 100 2023 New York — Metro Super Lawyers
Ben Rubinowitz – Tough, But Worth it: Becoming a Great Trial Lawyer and Unforgettable Moments
Are you disciplined enough to keep going even when you’re tired? Practicing law can feel like an endurance test, but discipline is critical if you want to be a champion trial lawyer.
In the last episode of Trial Lawyers University (click to listen), Dan Ambrose is joined by veteran trial lawyer Ben Rubinowitz, our Managing Partner. As a leading trial lawyer, Ben’s successes include 28 verdicts and over 180 settlements in excess of one million dollars in cases arising out of car accidents, premises accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, civil rights violations and product liability.
Tune in as Dan and Ben discuss how discipline is the key to success as a trial lawyer, why virtual trials are a bad idea, and the time that Ben interrupted the best opening statement of his life to jump over a jury box and render CPR to a juror.
A Collective Triumph: Ben Rubinowitz Named Lawyer of the Year Twice, and 11 Other Personal Injury Attorneys from Our Firm Listed in the 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers®
This remarkable recognition for Ben Rubinowitz is a testament to the collective ethos of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf. 11 other of our NYC Personal Injury Attorneys have been acknowledged in the Best Lawyers® 2024 list and the “Ones to Watch” list, exemplifying our commitment to excellence and ethical standards.
7 attorneys were named “Best Lawyers” in multiple practices:
Unlocking the Art of a Killer Cross-Examination: An Exclusive Session with Trial Lawyer Ben Rubinowitz
If you’ve ever been captivated by courtroom dramas, chances are you’ve wondered about the intricate dance that is cross-examination. It’s the moment when a trial lawyer takes center stage, deftly questioning a witness from the opposing side. It’s a battle of wits, a strategic display of skill, and an art form all its own. And now, an opportunity to unravel the secrets behind a “killer cross” is just around the corner.
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 12th, as the renowned trial lawyer, Ben Rubinowitz, steps into the spotlight at the Golden Gate University School of Law’s Litigation Center. With a reputation that precedes him, Rubinowitz is set to share his wisdom, experience, and insights on mastering the art of cross-examination.
What to Expect:
Elevate Your Courtroom Performance: Join Ben Rubinowitz for a One-Day Trial School Event
Are you a legal professional looking to enhance your trial advocacy skills and achieve greater success in the courtroom? We invite you to attend Trial School, a one-day event taking place on July 19th in White Plains, NY. Led by renowned faculty members Ben Rubinowitz, Jeff Korek, and Andrew Finkelstein, this program offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to elevate your courtroom performance. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from respected figures in the field and network with peers who share your passion for the law.
Exploring the Intricacies of Jury Selection: One of the crucial elements in a successful trial is selecting the right jury. At Trial School, you will delve into the intricacies of jury selection and learn how to identify potential biases and prejudices. Discover effective techniques for striking a balance between objective analysis and intuitive decision-making, enabling you to build a persuasive case from the start.
Mastering the Art of Cross-Examination: Cross-examination is an art that requires meticulous planning, quick thinking, and effective communication skills. During this program, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of cross-examination techniques that can help you challenge witness testimony, highlight inconsistencies, and strengthen your case. Learn from experienced practitioners who will share their insights and guide you through real-life scenarios.
Ben Rubinowitz to chair the NYSTLI Master Series; Marijo Adimey as faculty among other prestigious NY Trial Lawyers
Our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz, will chair the New York State Trial Lawyers Institute’s Master Series 2023, and our partner, Marijo Adimey, will be a faculty member. The seminar will take place on June 16, 2023, from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, in person or online.
How do some of the most talented lawyers in New York consistently achieve the very best results for their clients? How do they deal with problems that have the potential to destroy their case? Over the last 35 years a small group of lawyers have repeatedly attained the very best results for their clients at trial. Learn the answers to these questions: Why did the jury return such a large award? How did the lawyer ask for money damages? How did the lawyer work with favorable and unfavorable trial evidence? How did the lawyer deal with problem areas during jury selection?
This seminar will demonstrate what these lawyers do and say in Opening Statements and Closing Arguments to achieve spectacular results. It will also focus on the way in which they dealt with tough and problematic issues during jury selection. Every member of this renowned faculty has obtained multiple million dollar verdicts. Trial demonstrations are what this program is all about. As an added bonus a portion of this program will be devoted to legal ethics at trial.
Ben Rubinowitz to speak about Medical Malpractice at the 2023 National Conference of the American Urologic Association
Our Managing Partner, Ben Rubinowitz, has been asked to share his expertise in Medical Malpractice cases at the National Conference of the American Urologic Association. More than 30,ooo urologists from around the world attend this conference. The 2023 AUA Annual Meeting will take place in Chicago from April 28th to May 1st 2023.
Ben will be a Faculty member for a course directed by Mitchell Benson, MD, from Columbia University and entitled “Avoiding Medical Malpractice. What you need to know. What you can do. Case Presentations and Review”
Course Description: This course will explore what constitutes medical malpractice and what differentiates medical malpractice from criminal conduct. You will learn about defining the standard of care as it relates to patient outcomes. Most importantly, you will learn about what steps you need to take to defend yourself if named in a malpractice litigation and who to trust.
Rest in Peace Tony Gair
Tony, as he was known to his friends, family and colleagues was a man who dedicated his life to helping those who were less fortunate. Tony was born on December 24, 1948, the son of one of the preeminent trial attorneys in the country Harry A. Gair, and one of the first women to graduate from NYU Law School Harriet E. Gair.
Following in his parent’s footsteps, Tony obtained his law degree in 1980, and became an associate at the firm then known as Gair, Gair and Conason. Tony immediately developed an insatiable appetite for the law, spending endless hours, reviewing trial transcripts and legal briefs in order to become the best possible advocate for his clients. Although already a successful attorney, Tony returned to school and obtained a Masters of Laws from New York University School of Law in 1985.
Throughout his over forty year legal career, Tony helped thousands of individuals obtain justice for the serious harm they suffered at the hands of others. In a career filled with noteworthy cases, Tony is most remembered for his zealous advocacy for the family of Amadou Diallo, a young unarmed black man who was shot 41 times by members of the New York City Police Department. When Tony wasn’t fighting for his clients, he enjoyed spending time gardening at his cottage in Putnam County. He will be missed by all of those whose lives he deeply touched, including his family, friends, loved ones, clients and colleagues.