Atty. Harvey Weitz

Atty. Harvey Weitz

About Harvey Weitz View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards Client Champion Awards Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients.

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Profile Summary

About Harvey Weitz at a glance

Harvey Weitz is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at The Cochran Firm P C. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1956), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1956), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1956). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1954) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (A.B., 1951). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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About Harvey Weitz View website

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Harvey Weitz got this award in 2021

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.

Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Harvey Weitz's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 Harvey Weitz

Where is Harvey Weitz's law office located?
Harvey Weitz's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is The Cochran Firm P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Harvey Weitz handle?
Harvey Weitz focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Harvey Weitz practiced law?
Harvey Weitz has 70+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1956.
Where did Harvey Weitz go to law school?
Harvey Weitz earned their education at (J.D., 1954); (A.B., 1951).
How can I contact Harvey Weitz for a consultation?
You can contact Harvey Weitz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Harvey Weitz received?
Harvey Weitz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1954
A.B.
Brooklyn College of the City University of New York
- 1951

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1956
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1956
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1956

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