Atty. Timothy Hedges
I joined The Barnes Firm because I wanted to be part of a team that fights for people who are injured as a result of someone else’s negligence. I pride myself on putting forth the hard work and dedication necessary to be the best.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Attorney · Serving Rochester, NY
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About Timothy Hedges at a Glance
Timothy Hedges is a personal injury attorney based in Rochester, New York, practicing at The Barnes Firm Injury Attorneys. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at University at Buffalo School of Law (J.D., 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Timothy Hedges
- I joined The Barnes Firm because I wanted to be part of a team that fights for people who are injured as a result of someone else’s negligence
- I pride myself on putting forth the hard work and dedication necessary to be the best
- I have had the opportunity to work with some of the top legal individuals in New York State including then New York State Senator, Hillary Clinton, and New York State Appellate Division Justice, Samuel Green
- I graduated from the University at Buffalo School of Law with honors
- My litigation experience includes arbitrations, jury trials and appellate practice
- I have worked as legal counsel representing insurance companies
- I understand their approach to a case and how they might attack a plaintiff
- This is powerful experience that I use to my clients benefit as I fight for them
- Individuals who suffer a personal injury should not fall victim to the insurance industry
- My clients will not be strong armed into settling for less than what their case is worth
- I will make a difference for you
- Since joining Steve & Rich Barnes at The Barnes Firm, we have the resources and experience to take-on the insurance industry
- Our team of trial lawyers are dedicated to your case
- Through hard work and dedication we are able to try to obtain the best possible result for you
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Timothy Hedges's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy Hedges handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rochester.
Personal Injury in Rochester
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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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rochester
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 Rochester 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.
Rochester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rochester-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 Rochester Choose Timothy Hedges
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 Timothy Hedges's practice in the field of personal injury.
Focused Personal Injury Practice
Concentrating on personal injury means Timothy Hedges's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Rochester
A Rochester-based practice means Timothy Hedges 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 Timothy Hedges Handles in Rochester
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