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Bill Vaslas, Medical Malpractice Attorney in New York

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Bill Vaslas is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Vaslas Lepowsky & Hauss LLP.

Based in
New York, NEW YORK
Experience
attorney
Known for
Medical Malpractice
  • Handles Medical Malpractice matters from New York, NEW YORK.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (New York City) (2026).

About Bill Vaslas: Bill Vaslas is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Vaslas Lepowsky & Hauss LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Bill Vaslas

Bill concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bill handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in New York

Bill takes medical malpractice matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bill agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Bill Vaslas — Attorney of New York medical malpractice experience

Bill Vaslas is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Vaslas Lepowsky & Hauss LLP.

Bill Vaslas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants.

Bill, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bill is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How Bill handles medical malpractice matters

Bill Vaslas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Bill, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bill is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Who Bill represents

Bill reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters across New York.

Credentials

Bill Vaslas's legal education and bar admissions

  • Brooklyn Law School

    J.D. · 1985

Bill studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School.

Law school and academic background

Bill completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bill runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Bill Vaslas

Bill has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (New York City)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (New York City)

    2020

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (New York City) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (New York City) (2020). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

Locations

Bill Vaslas's office in New York

Bill's primary office is at 40 Broad Street, Seventh Floor, New York, New York, 10004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Vaslas Lepowsky & Hauss LLP

40 Broad Street, Seventh Floor

New York, New York 10004

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Hiring guide

How to hire Bill Vaslas — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bill usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Bill charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bill's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bill will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bill

Bill discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bill confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Bill's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Bill Vaslas

  • How much does it cost to hire Bill for a medical malpractice case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bill walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Bill offer a free consultation?

    Bill charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bill's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Bill's current terms during booking.

  • How long do medical malpractice cases in New York typically take?

    Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bill gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Bill take my case if I'm outside New York?

    Bill is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bill will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Bill?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bill will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Bill accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

    Bill's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York

Bill handles medical malpractice matters throughout New York. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified medical malpractice attorneys in that community.

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