Atty. Patrick John Hines
Patrick John Hines is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment / labor, torts and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University at Buffalo, State University of New York, and has been licensed for 14 years.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY · 14+ Years Experience
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About Patrick John Hines at a Glance
Patrick John Hines is an Associate based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Hodgson Russ LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (2012). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School J.D. magna cum laude (—) and University at Buffalo, State University of New York B.A. magna cum laude (—). Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick John Hines
- Patrick John Hines is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment / labor, torts and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University at Buffalo, State University of New York, and has been licensed for 14 years
- Patrick practices at Hodgson Russ LLP in Buffalo, NY
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Patrick John Hines's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick John Hines handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
Personal Injury in Buffalo
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.
Patrick John Hines is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Employment Law in Buffalo
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick John Hines is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Product Liability in Buffalo
Patrick John Hines is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in Buffalo
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Patrick John Hines is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
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.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-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 Buffalo Choose Patrick John Hines
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 Patrick John Hines's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, product liability, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick John Hines brings 14+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and product liability, Patrick John Hines can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Patrick John Hines 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 Patrick John Hines Handles in Buffalo
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