Atty. Timothy Gerard O'Connell

Atty. Timothy Gerard O'Connell

Timothy Gerard O'Connell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, wrongful death and 47 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About Timothy Gerard O'Connell at a glance

Timothy Gerard O'Connell is a Member based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Gelber & O'Connell, LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1986), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1986). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1985) and Canisius College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy Gerard O'Connell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, wrongful death and 47 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Timothy practices at Gelber & O'Connell, LLC in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Gerard O'Connell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy Gerard O'Connell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

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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Wrongful Death

Timothy Gerard O'Connell is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New York →

Personal Injury

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.

Timothy Gerard O'Connell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Timothy Gerard O'Connell

Where is Timothy Gerard O'Connell's law office located?
Timothy Gerard O'Connell's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Gelber & O'Connell, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Gerard O'Connell handle?
Timothy Gerard O'Connell focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Timothy Gerard O'Connell practiced law?
Timothy Gerard O'Connell has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Timothy Gerard O'Connell go to law school?
Timothy Gerard O'Connell earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Timothy Gerard O'Connell for a consultation?
You can contact Timothy Gerard O'Connell 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 Timothy Gerard O'Connell received?
Timothy Gerard O'Connell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1985
B.A.
Canisius College
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1986

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