Atty. Theodoros "Theo" Basdekis
Theo Basdekis has a longstanding dedication to representing plaintiffs in personal injury litigation, drawing on over three decades of experience. In the course of his career, he has received an AV Preeminent Rating from his peers and has been recognized by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel for his work in his field.
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Theodoros "Theo" Basdekis is a personal injury attorney based in Oneonta, New York, practicing at Scarzafava & Basdekis PLLC. Educated at New England Law | Boston (J.D., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Oneonta, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Theo Basdekis has a longstanding dedication to representing plaintiffs in personal injury litigation, drawing on over three decades of experience
- In the course of his career, he has received an AV Preeminent Rating from his peers and has been recognized by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel for his work in his field
- Additionally, he is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association's Top 100 lawyers and listed among NYS Super Lawyers
- Theo practices at Scarzafava, Basdekis & Dadey, PLLC, a Tier 1 Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law Firm as recognized by US News and World Report, with awards from Best Lawyers in America
- The firm is known for achieving numerous million-dollar and multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts on behalf of its clients
- Beyond the courtroom, Theo contributes to the legal community by teaching mock trial at Syracuse Law School and SUNY Oneonta
- His commitment to the profession was acknowledged with an appointment to the Judicial Election Qualification Committee by Chief Judge Judith Kaye
- Residing in Oneonta, New York, Theo is married to his wife Teri and takes pride in being the father of three daughters
- Learn more about Theo's legal work on his website
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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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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 Oneonta 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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