Atty. Arthur A. Herdzik

Atty. Arthur A. Herdzik

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About Arthur A. Herdzik at a glance

Arthur A. Herdzik is an Of Counsel based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, construction, product liability, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1978), and U.S. Federal Court (1978). Educated at University of Buffalo Law School (J.D., 1975) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • {newline}{newline}Classes/Seminars Taught{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer on effective opening and closing statements, "Masters In Trial", presented by the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Erie Institute of Law, Buffalo, New York, 2009{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer, "Introductory Lessons on Ethics and Civility", New York State Bar Association, 2009{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer, "Introductory Strategies on Ethics and Civility in Everyday Lawyering", New York State Bar Association, 2008{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer "Ethics and Civility in Litigation: Introductory Lessons for 21st Century Litigators" New York State Bar Association, 2007{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer "Ethics and Civility in Litigation: Introductory Lessons for 21st Century Litigators" New York State Bar Association, 2006{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer "Introductory Lessons on Ethics and Civility for 2010" New York State Bar Association, 2010{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer "Introductory Lessons on Ethics and Civility 2011" New York State Bar Association, 2011{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer "Basic Lessons in Ethics and Civility in Everyday Lawyering 2012" New York State Bar Association, 2012{newline}{newline}Course contributor and lecturer "Masters in Trial Presented by the Foundation of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Charles S. Desmond Inn of Court" Buffalo, New York 2012{newline}{newline}Trial technique demonstration: "Masters in Trial
  • CLE program presented by the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Monroe County Bar Association, December 2004 at the Rochester Institute of Technology Inn and Conference Center, Henrietta, NY.{newline}{newline}Overall state-wide planning chair, course book contributor and lecturer: "The Basics of Trial Practice: After the Verdict - Remaining Issues, Decisions and Procedures", New York State Bar Association, 2002{newline}{newline}Overall state-wide planning chair, course book contributor and lecturer: "The Basics of Discovery in New York-Statutes, Case Law, and Practical Pointers", New York State Bar Association, 2000{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer "Motor Vehicle Accidents", New York State Bar Association, 1998{newline}{newline}Overall planning co-chair, course book contributor and lecturer: "Automobile Insurance Law and Practice", New York State Bar Association, 1996{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer - Personal Injury Seminar, Erie County Bar Association, 1993{newline}{newline}Course book contributor and lecturer: "Peoples Law School", Erie County Bar Association{newline}{newline}Course Book contributor and lecturer: "Law Day", Buffalo Claims Association{newline}{newline}Guest Appearance "The Law and You" radio program, WEBR Buffalo Public Radio{newline}{newline}Professional Associations and Memberships{newline}{newline}AV rated Martindale-Hubbell peer review{newline}{newline}American Board of Trial Advocates{newline}{newline}Charter Member, Western New York Chapter{newline}{newline}American Bar Association{newline}{newline}Member, Tort and Insurance Practice Section{newline}{newline}Defense Research Institute, Inc.{newline}{newline}Western New York Trial Lawyers Association{newline}{newline}Western New York Defense Lawyers Association{newline}{newline}Erie County Bar Association{newline}{newline}Chairperson, Negligence Committee, 1990 - 1993, 2009{newline}{newline}Erie County Democratic Committee, 1978-Present{newline}{newline}Executive Committee, 1998-2000{newline}{newline}Lancaster Lions, 1983-present{newline}{newline}President 1998-1999, Board Chairman 1999-2000, Treasurer 2000-present{newline}{newline}New York State Bar Association{newline}{newline}Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section{newline}{newline}Town of Lancaster Democratic Committee, 1978 - Present{newline}{newline}Chairman 1998-2000{newline}{newline}Village of Lancaster, New York, 1989 - Present{newline}{newline}Village Attorney{newline}{newline}Village of Lancaster, New York, 1981 - 1983{newline}{newline}Acting Village Justice{newline}{newline}Village of Lancaster, New York, 1983 - 1992{newline}{newline}New York Prosecutor{newline}{newline}Village of Lancaster, New York,, 1989 - Present{newline}{newline}Village Attorney{newline}{newline}Fraternities/Sororities:{newline}Phi Beta Kappa Editor, Buffalo Law Review, 1973 - 1975

Practice Areas Explained

Arthur A. Herdzik's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Arthur A. Herdzik handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Arthur A. Herdzik is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Construction Law

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Product Liability

Arthur A. Herdzik is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Buffalo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Arthur A. Herdzik

Where is Arthur A. Herdzik's law office located?
Arthur A. Herdzik's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Arthur A. Herdzik handle?
Arthur A. Herdzik focuses on medical malpractice, employment, construction, product liability, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Arthur A. Herdzik practiced law?
Arthur A. Herdzik has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Arthur A. Herdzik go to law school?
Arthur A. Herdzik earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Arthur A. Herdzik for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Arthur A. Herdzik received?
Arthur A. Herdzik's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Buffalo Law School
- 1975
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Federal Court
Admitted: 1978

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