Atty. Ellen Beth Fishman
Ellen Beth Fishman is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, medical malpractice defense, personal injury defense and 1 other area of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Ellen Beth Fishman at a Glance
Ellen Beth Fishman is a medical malpractice, personal injury, government, and appellate attorney based in New York, New York. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1980). Educated at Pennsylvania, University of (J.D., 1978) and Tufts University (B.A. Tufts, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association (Chair, Committee on Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction, 1992-1994) New York County Lawyers' Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ellen Beth Fishman
- Ellen Beth Fishman is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, medical malpractice defense, personal injury defense and 1 other area of law
- Ellen received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Ellen practices in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Ellen Beth Fishman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Beth Fishman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Medical Malpractice in New York
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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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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Government & Administrative Law in New York
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Ellen Beth Fishman is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New York →
Appellate Practice in New York
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Ellen Beth Fishman is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in New York →
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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Ellen Beth Fishman
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 Ellen Beth Fishman's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, government, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ellen Beth Fishman brings 47+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Ellen Beth Fishman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and government, Ellen Beth Fishman 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 Ellen Beth Fishman 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 Ellen Beth Fishman Handles in New York
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