Atty. Christopher Everett Hersom
Prior to joining Belluck Law, Christopher was an associate at respected New York and Northern California law firms where he focused his practice on representing individuals who suffered from asbestos-related diseases. He is experienced in all phases of litigation and has served as trial counsel for plaintiffs in numerous asbestos, personal injury, and wrongful death trials throughout New York and California.
Drug and Medical Device Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 19+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Everett Hersom at a Glance
Christopher Everett Hersom is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Belluck Law, LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2007), District of Columbia (2014), and New York (2016). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law, Santa Clara, California (J.D., 2006) and University of Michigan (B.A. Political, 2003). Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships Consumer Attorneys of California, Member Marin County Bar Association, Member. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Everett Hersom
- Prior to joining Belluck Law, Christopher was an associate at respected New York and Northern California law firms where he focused his practice on representing individuals who suffered from asbestos-related diseases
- He is experienced in all phases of litigation and has served as trial counsel for plaintiffs in numerous asbestos, personal injury, and wrongful death trials throughout New York and California
- From 2013 to 2017, Christopher was named to the Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars list
- From 2018 to 2020, he was named to the New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars list
- Originally from San Jose, California, Christopher is a 2006 graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law
- He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor in 2003
- Mr. Hersom is admitted to practice law in New York, California, and the District of Columbia
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Christopher Everett Hersom's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Everett Hersom handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Wrongful Death in New York
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Personal Injury in New York
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Christopher Everett Hersom
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christopher Everett Hersom's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher Everett Hersom brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, District of Columbia, and New York, Christopher Everett Hersom can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation, Christopher Everett Hersom can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Christopher Everett Hersom attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Christopher Everett Hersom Handles in New York
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