Atty. Kevin E. Hulslander
Dartmouth College AB 1982 cum laude with distinction in Gov't Boston University JD 1986 I began my career in the litigation dept at Palmer and Dodge in Boston, Massachusetts until I returned home to Syracuse in 1989 to work trying cases at Smith Sovik. I became a partner in 1992 and Managing Partner in 2005.
Insurance Law & More Attorney · Serving Syracuse, NY
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About Kevin E. Hulslander at a Glance
Kevin E. Hulslander is a medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and insurance attorney based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Smith, Sovik, Kendrick & Sugnet PC. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1986). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Syracuse) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Serves clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Kevin E. Hulslander
- Dartmouth College AB 1982 cum laude with distinction in Gov't Boston University JD 1986 I began my career in the litigation dept at Palmer and Dodge in Boston, Massachusetts until I returned home to Syracuse in 1989 to work trying cases at Smith Sovik
- I became a partner in 1992 and Managing Partner in 2005
- I have tried over 100 cases to verdict in many different practice areas including medical and professional malpractice, legal malpractice, labor law/personal injury, product liability, construction, auto/trucking liability and premises liability to name a few
- I am determined to vigorously defend or prosecute each and every case I have to achieve the very best result for my clients
Practice Areas Explained
Kevin E. Hulslander's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin E. Hulslander handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Syracuse.
Medical Malpractice in Syracuse
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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Personal Injury in Syracuse
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.
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Product Liability in Syracuse
Kevin E. Hulslander is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in Syracuse
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Syracuse
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 Syracuse 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.
Syracuse Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Syracuse-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 Syracuse Choose Kevin E. Hulslander
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 Kevin E. Hulslander's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability, Kevin E. Hulslander can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Syracuse
A Syracuse-based practice means Kevin E. Hulslander attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Kevin E. Hulslander Handles in Syracuse
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