Atty. Eric John Ward
Eric John Ward is a lawyer practicing patent application, defective and dangerous products, business & commercial litigation and 8 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Business & Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Rochester, NY · 43+ Years Experience
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About Eric John Ward at a Glance
Eric John Ward is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Ward Greenberg Heller & Reidy LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, medical malpractice, employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Districts of New York U.S. Cou (1983). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 1982) and Albion College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monroe County and New York State Bar Associations National Association of College and University Attorneys American Board of Trial Advocates Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric John Ward
- Eric John Ward is a lawyer practicing patent application, defective and dangerous products, business & commercial litigation and 8 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Eric practices at Ward Greenberg Heller & Reidy LLP in Rochester, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Eric John Ward's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric John Ward handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rochester.
Patent Law in Rochester
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Medical Malpractice in Rochester
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Eric John Ward is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in New York →
Employment Law in Rochester
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric John Ward is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Business & Corporate Law in Rochester
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric John Ward is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Intellectual Property in Rochester
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Eric John Ward is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rochester
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 Rochester 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.
Rochester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rochester-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 Rochester Choose Eric John Ward
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 John Ward's practice in the field of patent, medical malpractice, employment, business, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric John Ward brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, medical malpractice, and employment, Eric John Ward can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rochester
A Rochester-based practice means Eric John Ward attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric John Ward Handles in Rochester
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric John Ward directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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