Atty. Stephen Philip Brooks

Atty. Stephen Philip Brooks

Stephen P. Brooks has over thirty years’ experience defending insureds and self-insured entities, with defense jury verdicts and pre-trial dismissals in virtually all types of insurance defense, including product liability, construction accidents, motor vehicle, Dram Shop, and fall downs.

Buffalo Buffalo 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Philip Brooks at a glance

Stephen Philip Brooks is an Of Counsel based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, tax, and product liability. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York Illinois (1987). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1986) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen P. Brooks has over thirty years’ experience defending insureds and self-insured entities, with defense jury verdicts and pre-trial dismissals in virtually all types of insurance defense, including product liability, construction accidents, motor vehicle, Dram Shop, and fall downs
  • He is active in the defense of asbestos claims and frequently holds the position of defense liaison counsel in cases in New York’s Seventh and Eighth Districts

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Philip Brooks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Philip Brooks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Tax Law

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Product Liability

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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 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Philip Brooks

Where is Stephen Philip Brooks's law office located?
Stephen Philip Brooks's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Philip Brooks handle?
Stephen Philip Brooks focuses on employment, business, real estate, tax, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Stephen Philip Brooks practiced law?
Stephen Philip Brooks has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Stephen Philip Brooks go to law school?
Stephen Philip Brooks earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Stephen Philip Brooks for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Philip Brooks directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen Philip Brooks received?
Stephen Philip Brooks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1986
B.A.
Rutgers College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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