Atty. Jeffrey A. Brown

Atty. Jeffrey A. Brown

Mr. Brown joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 1986 and is a Partner in the firm.

Binghamton Binghamton 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey A. Brown at a glance

Jeffrey A. Brown is a Partner based in Binghamton, New York, practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment and workers comp. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court Northern District of New York (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law, Syracuse, New York (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York, Brockport, New York (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Affiliations •Broome County Bar Association. Serands clients in Binghamton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Brown joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 1986 and is a Partner in the firm
  • His litigation practice includes workers' compensation law, Social Security Disability, insurance defense, and administrative law
  • Mr. Brown lectures extensively and writes articles on workers' compensation issues
  • Mr. Brown is an active member of the Broome County and New York State Bar Associations
  • He is a participant in the New York State Bar Association Mentor Directory and the Workers' Compensation Board Binghamton Administrative Practices and Procedures Committee
  • Year Joined Firm 1986 Professional Associations Broome County Bar Association, Member New York State Bar Association, Member

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A. Brown's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Jeffrey A. Brown is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Binghamton 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 Jeffrey A. Brown

Where is Jeffrey A. Brown's law office located?
Jeffrey A. Brown's law practice is located in Binghamton, New York. The firm is Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A. Brown handle?
Jeffrey A. Brown focuses on employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jeffrey A. Brown practiced law?
Jeffrey A. Brown has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jeffrey A. Brown go to law school?
Jeffrey A. Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Jeffrey A. Brown for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey A. Brown 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 Jeffrey A. Brown received?
Jeffrey A. Brown's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law, Syracuse, New York
- 1986
B.S.
State University of New York, Brockport, New York
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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