Daniel Edward Zea, Personal Injury Attorney in Rochester, New York
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, SSD, and Wills
Rochester, NY
Practicing personal injury in Rochester since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daniel Edward Zea is an attorney based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Wills. Daniel has over 27 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Rochester, NY
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · SSD · Wills
- Handles Personal Injury, SSD, and Wills matters from Rochester, NY.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel Edward Zea: Daniel Edward Zea is an attorney based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Wills. Daniel has over 27 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on personal injury, ssd, wills, workers comp, and estate planning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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SSD
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Wills
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Workers Comp
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Estate Planning
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Personal Injury cases in Rochester, New York
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Rochester, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Rochester, New York
Daniel takes ssd matters in Rochester, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Wills cases in Rochester, New York
Daniel takes wills matters in Rochester, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Rochester, New York
Daniel takes workers comp matters in Rochester, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Rochester, New York
Daniel takes estate planning matters in Rochester, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Daniel Edward Zea — personal injury lawyer in Rochester
Daniel Edward Zea is an attorney based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Wills. Daniel has over 27 years of legal experience.
Daniel Edward Zea is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 1992, and has been licensed for 27 years. Daniel practices in Rochester, NY.
Daniel's approach to personal injury cases
Daniel Edward Zea is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 1992, and has been licensed for 27 years. Daniel practices in Rochester, NY.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, ssd, and wills matters in Rochester and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Syracuse University
J.D. · 1998
State University of New York College at Geneseo
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
New York
1999 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Syracuse University and B.A. in State University of New York College at Geneseo.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Syracuse University and B.A. in State University of New York College at Geneseo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Erie County and New York State Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Daniel Edward Zea's office in Rochester
Daniel's primary office is at 25 North Washington Street., Rochester, NY, 14614. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daniel Edward Zea — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Rochester, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Edward Zea
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in New York typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Rochester?
Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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