Atty. Jonny Kool
At the firm, Mr. Kool is known for specializing in particularly difficult personal injury cases.
Construction Accidents & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 38+ Years Experience
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About Jonny Kool at a Glance
Jonny Kool is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Washor, Kool, Sosa, Maiorana & Schwartz LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci, and construction. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988) and New York (1989). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Ithaca College (B.A., 1979). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonny Kool
- At the firm, Mr. Kool is known for specializing in particularly difficult personal injury cases
- Hallmarks of his approach are meticulous attention to detail, creative thinking and a sincerity that is evident to opposing counsel, judges and juries alike
- He combines outstanding courtroom and negotiation skills with an unusual degree of empathy with his clients
- Mr. Kool believes that this sense of compassion makes him all the more effective as an advocate. “Because I care about my clients, it compels me to be that much more persuasive,” Mr. Kool says
- He also makes a point of spending as much time as needed with each client to discuss their case and other hardships that typically arise due to a serious injury
- Prior to becoming a lawyer, Mr. Kool worked for 9 years as a commercial fisherman, bookstore manager and construction worker
- His breadth of experience provides a valuable and unusual perspective toward his work as an attorney
- At the same time, he relishes his practice as a New York construction accident lawyer
- As Mr. Kool explains, “Any time you can walk into a courtroom with just a briefcase and walk out with a million dollar verdict, it’s a great feeling.”*
Practice Areas Explained
Jonny Kool's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonny Kool handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Car Accidents in New York
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jonny Kool is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New York →
Wrongful Death in New York
Jonny Kool is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New York →
Personal Injury in New York
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.
Jonny Kool is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in New York
Jonny Kool is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in New York →
Construction Accidents in New York
Jonny Kool is one of 4,052 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 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 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Jonny Kool
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 Jonny Kool's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonny Kool brings 38+ 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 Massachusetts and New York, Jonny Kool can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Jonny Kool can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Jonny Kool 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 Jonny Kool Handles in New York
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jonny Kool has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Jonny Kool directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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