Atty. Eric J. Fields
Eric J. Fields is a seasoned Of Counsel in WSHB's New York City office.
Complex Tort And Casualty & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 30+ Years Experience
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About Eric J. Fields at a Glance
Eric J. Fields is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1996) and Connecticut U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District (2013). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Fordham University (B.A., 1988). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric J. Fields
- Eric J. Fields is a seasoned Of Counsel in WSHB's New York City office
- With nearly 30 years of legal practice, Eric has extensive experience in complex torts and negligence defense
- His areas of expertise include assault and battery, aviation, asbestos, premises liability, construction, labor law, motor vehicle (commercial and personal), wrongful death, dram shop, medical malpractice, and the child victims act
- To date, he has taken 130 cases to verdict for the defense and plaintiff bars
- Mr. Fields is a native of Queens and a graduate of Archbishop Molloy High School and Fordham University, where he participated in football and track
- After college, he was commissioned as an Officer in the United States Marine Corps, serving primarily in the air wing
- Following his military service, he attended Fordham Law School and then worked as a prosecutor in the Kings County District Attorney's Office and later in the New York State Attorney General Office, where he gained valuable legal experience
- Eric resides in Brooklyn, is married, and is the proud father of two sons
- Military Service • United States Marine Corps (1998 - 1991) - First Lieutenant
Practice Areas Explained
Eric J. Fields's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric J. Fields 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.
Eric J. Fields is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Workers Compensation in New York
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Eric J. Fields is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Eric J. Fields is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Health Care Law in New York
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Eric J. Fields is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 Eric J. Fields
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 Eric J. Fields's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric J. Fields brings 30+ 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 and Connecticut U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District, Eric J. Fields 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 workers comp, Eric J. Fields 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 Eric J. Fields 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 Eric J. Fields Handles in New York
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric J. Fields has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric J. Fields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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