Atty. Steven Herschkowitz
Steven Herschkowitz is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, general practice and 2 other areas of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Forest Hills, NY · 36+ Years Experience
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About Steven Herschkowitz at a Glance
Steven Herschkowitz is a Member based in Forest Hills, New York, practicing at Fischer & Burstein, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990) and New York (1991). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1990) and New York University (B.S., 1987). Active member of New York State and New Jersey State Bar Associations New York County Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Forest Hills, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Herschkowitz
- Steven Herschkowitz is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, general practice and 2 other areas of law
- Steven received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Steven practices at Fischer & Burstein, P.C. in Forest Hills, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Steven Herschkowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Herschkowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Forest Hills.
Wrongful Death in Forest Hills
Steven Herschkowitz is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New York →
Personal Injury in Forest Hills
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.
Steven Herschkowitz is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Estate Planning & Probate in Forest Hills
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Steven Herschkowitz is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Power of Attorney in Forest Hills
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Forest Hills
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 Forest Hills 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.
Forest Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Forest Hills-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 Forest Hills Choose Steven Herschkowitz
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 Steven Herschkowitz's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Herschkowitz brings 36+ 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 New Jersey and New York, Steven Herschkowitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning, Steven Herschkowitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Forest Hills
A Forest Hills-based practice means Steven Herschkowitz 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 Steven Herschkowitz Handles in Forest Hills
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