Atty. Jeffrey E. Strauss
Jeffrey E. Strauss is a highly experienced attorney with over 39 years of practice in civil litigation, focusing on medical malpractice, catastrophic injury cases and product liability.
Car, Truck and Motor Vehicle Crashes & More Attorney · Serving Westfield, NJ · 41+ Years Experience
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About Jeffrey E. Strauss at a Glance
Jeffrey E. Strauss is a Principal based in Westfield, New Jersey, practicing at Strauss Law Offices, LLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, slip & fall, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in California (1985), New Jersey (1986), District of Columbia (1988), and New York (2004). Educated at Western Michigan University, Cooley Law School (J.D., 1986) and Rutgers University (B.S. Zoology, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Westfield, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jeffrey E. Strauss
- Jeffrey E. Strauss is a highly experienced attorney with over 39 years of practice in civil litigation, focusing on medical malpractice, catastrophic injury cases and product liability
- Licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Washington, D.C., he is admitted to practice before the U.S
- Supreme Court, the U.S
- Third Circuit Court of Appeals, and multiple state and federal courts
- Mr. Strauss has been a Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court since 1992, with recertifications in 1999, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021
- A graduate of Rutgers University with a degree in Zoology and Physiology, Mr. Strauss earned his Master of Science in Health Sciences and Physiology and Anatomy from Boston University and graduated cum laude from Western Michigan University-Cooley Law School, where he served as Articles Editor for the Law Review
- His career highlights include a $21 million jury verdict in a brain injury case, a $15 million settlement for a brain injury and other numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements
- Recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2010 to 2025 and rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Strauss is also deeply involved in his community, serving on the Scotch Plains Township Council, Chair of the Planning Board and other local boards
- His dedication to excellence and client advocacy has made him a trusted leader in civil litigation
Practice Areas Explained
Jeffrey E. Strauss's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey E. Strauss handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Westfield.
Medical Malpractice in Westfield
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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Wrongful Death in Westfield
Jeffrey E. Strauss is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New Jersey →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Westfield
Jeffrey E. Strauss is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New Jersey →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Westfield
Jeffrey E. Strauss is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Westfield
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Westfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Westfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Westfield-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 Westfield Choose Jeffrey E. Strauss
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 Jeffrey E. Strauss's practice in the field of medical malpractice, wrongful death, slip & fall, and tbi/sci.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jeffrey E. Strauss brings 41+ 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 California, New Jersey, and District of Columbia, Jeffrey E. Strauss can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, wrongful death, and slip & fall, Jeffrey E. Strauss can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Westfield
A Westfield-based practice means Jeffrey E. Strauss 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 Jeffrey E. Strauss Handles in Westfield
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