Atty. John Lipsitz
John Lipsitz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. John, who practices law in Buffalo, New York, has been recognized since 2026.
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John Lipsitz is a product liability attorney based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Lipsitz, Ponterio & Comerford LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association (1979). Educated at University at Buffalo School of Law (J.D., 1964). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Lipsitz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- John, who practices law in Buffalo, New York, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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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 Buffalo 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.
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