Atty. Darron E. Berquist

Atty. Darron E. Berquist

Darron Berquist practices in the areas of asbestos litigation, toxic torts, mass torts, pharmaceutical litigation and product liability. Prior to joining The Lanier Law Firm in 2012, Mr.

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About Darron E. Berquist at a glance

Darron E. Berquist is a class action and product liability attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at The Lanier Law Firm. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association, New York, New York State Bar, Connecticut, State Bar of Connecticut, and New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar. Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 2008) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 2004). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Darron Berquist practices in the areas of asbestos litigation, toxic torts, mass torts, pharmaceutical litigation and product liability
  • Prior to joining The Lanier Law Firm in 2012, Mr. Berquist was an associate at one of the largest and most successful law firms in New Jersey, where he focused his practice on class actions and representing individuals suffering from asbestos-induced diseases, such as mesothelioma and lung cancer
  • Mr. Berquist has also advocated on behalf of individuals who have been injured by medical devices, medical malpractice and toxic exposures
  • Darron was selected to Super Lawyers in 2023, and was named a Rising Star from 2014-2022
  • Mr. Berquist is a 2007 graduate of the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he was the Business Editor of the Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution and represented low-income and disabled individuals through the law school’s Bet Tzedek Legal Services Clinic
  • While in law school, Mr. Berquist also worked for the Litigation Bureau of the Office of the New York State Attorney General
  • He received his bachelor’s degree with high honors from the University of Kentucky in 2004

Practice Areas Explained

Darron E. Berquist's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Darron E. Berquist handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Product Liability

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Darron E. Berquist's law office located?
Darron E. Berquist's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is The Lanier Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Darron E. Berquist handle?
Darron E. Berquist focuses on class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Darron E. Berquist go to law school?
Darron E. Berquist earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2004).
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What awards or recognition has Darron E. Berquist received?
Darron E. Berquist's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
- 2008
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 2004

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Asbestos
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, 2024-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New York Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2023-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New York Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2014-2022
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar
Connecticut, State Bar of Connecticut
New Jersey, New Jersey State Bar

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