Atty. James F. Ross

Atty. James F. Ross

James Ross was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He graduated Brooklyn Law School in 1978.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James F. Ross at a glance

James F. Ross is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Ross and Hill. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, and construction. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1980), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Ross was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY
  • He graduated Brooklyn Law School in 1978
  • After Law School, James worked at the office of Raymond J. MacDonnell, an insurance defense firm
  • While there he learned the art of litigation and became one of the firm’s leading lawyers in the Brooklyn courts
  • He has litigated hundreds of personal injury cases
  • Some notable examples include: A man seriously injured after a fall down an elevator shaft The family of a drowning victim The family of a mother of three who passed away in a plane crash James believes that the best way to get top results for our clients is to fight and litigate aggressively, applying the knowledge that he has gained in his 40+ years of litigation experience

Practice Areas Explained

James F. Ross's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James F. Ross is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New York →

Wrongful Death

James F. Ross is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New York →

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.

James F. Ross is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James F. Ross is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New York →

Construction Accidents

James F. Ross is one of 4,144 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Brooklyn 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 James F. Ross

Where is James F. Ross's law office located?
James F. Ross's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is Ross and Hill. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James F. Ross handle?
James F. Ross focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James F. Ross practiced law?
James F. Ross has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James F. Ross go to law school?
James F. Ross earned their education at (J.D., 1978).
How can I contact James F. Ross for a consultation?
You can contact James F. Ross 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 James F. Ross received?
James F. Ross's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1980

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