Atty. David E. Worby

Atty. David E. Worby

Winner, Moot Court Reimel Competition; International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award. Finalist, National Mock Court Competition.

White Plains White Plains 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David E. Worby at a glance

David E. Worby is a Partner based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Worby Vecchio Edelman LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1983). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1976) and Cornell University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Board of Advisors, Pace Law School, 1995) The Million Dollar Advocates Forum Advocates for Safety and Accident Prevention (ASAP) (Co-Founder, Westchester County, Rockland County and New York State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Winner, Moot Court Reimel Competition
  • International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award
  • Finalist, National Mock Court Competition
  • Member, Villanova Law Review
  • Editor, Pace University Law Review

Recipient

  • Phoenix House Community Service Award, 2003
  • UJA Federation Leadership Annual Award

Author

  • "Municipal Bond Requirements," 21 Villanova Law Review 282, 1976
  • Lecturer, "Rising Stars ATLA
  • Board of Directors, Victims Assistance Services, 1987-1995
  • Westchester County Tort Reparations Committee
  • Chairman, Board of Advisors, 1990—, National Service League
  • Chairman, Cardozo Society, 1997
  • Yeshiva OHR Hamer of Westchester, Community Service Award, 1998

Founder

  • David E. Worby Advanced Trial Advisory, Villanova
  • David E. Worby Scholarship Fund, Villanova School of Law, 1999
  • David E. Worby Course in Advanced Trial Practice, Villanova School of Law, 1999

Apperances

  • Lawline, Special Guest Speaker, 2004
  • Court TV-The Crier Report Special News Report, 2004
  • Co-Lead Counsel for 9/11 Workers Class Action, 2004

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Worby's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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

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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 White Plains 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 David E. Worby

Where is David E. Worby's law office located?
David E. Worby's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Worby Vecchio Edelman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Worby handle?
David E. Worby focuses on personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David E. Worby practiced law?
David E. Worby has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David E. Worby go to law school?
David E. Worby earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact David E. Worby for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David E. Worby received?
David E. Worby's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1976
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1983

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