Jan K. Seigel, Personal Injury Attorney in Ridgewood, New Jersey
Over 55 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Founding PartneratSeigel Law
Ridgewood, NJ
Practicing personal injury in Ridgewood since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Jan K. Seigel is a founding partner based in Ridgewood, NJ. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Jan has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seigel Law. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Ridgewood, NJ
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Ridgewood, NJ.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Jan K. Seigel: Jan K. Seigel is a founding partner based in Ridgewood, NJ. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Jan has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seigel Law. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Jan's practice areas in Ridgewood
Jan concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Ridgewood, New Jersey
Jan takes personal injury matters in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jan K. Seigel, personal injury attorney serving Ridgewood
Jan K. Seigel is a founding partner based in Ridgewood, NJ. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Jan has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seigel Law. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Jan works from Ridgewood, New Jersey and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Jan K. Seigel founded the firm in 1976. He made a name for himself for his victories in the courtroom. Having tried over 150 jury trials, he is known for winning multi-million dollar recoveries in auto, trucking, and fall down cases. His verdicts and settlements have earned him recognition as:
• New Jersey Super Lawyer
• National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America
• Lifetime Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Who's Who in American Law
After earning undergrad and law degrees from Georgetown and a Master of Laws from NYU, Mr. Seigel honed his trial skills as a prosecutor, where he tried a number of murder cases. Early in his career he was awarded the prestigious "Young Lawyer of the Year" by the New Jersey State Bar.
He has lectured and taught law in colleges and universities both in the United States and Europe as well as being named a Fulbright Specialist.
Classes/Seminars
Visiting Professor Of Law at St. Petersburg State University St. Petersburg, Russia, 2018
USAID Workshop On Developing Experiential Learning Trail Learning, Kiev, Ukraine, 2017
Criminal Law And Procedure Course, USAID, Kiev, Ukraine, 2017
Visiting Professor Of Law, Odessa Law Academy, National University, Odessa Ukraine, 2016, 2017
Visiting Professor Of Law, Vilnius University, Vilnius, Lithuania, 2015
Visiting Professor Of Law, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Toruń, Poland, 2014
Faculty, William Paterson University, 1974 – 1979
Lecturer, Karazin University Law, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Lecturer, Yaroslav Mudry, National Law University, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Lecturer, Odessa Law Academy, National University, Kiev, Ukraine
Lecturer, New Jersey Association For Justice (Formerly New Jersey Trail Lawyers)
Lecturer, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Lecturer, New Jersey State Bar Association
Lecturer, Garden State Bar Association
Lecturer, Numerous County Bar Association
Working with Jan on a personal injury matter
Jan K. Seigel founded the firm in 1976. He made a name for himself for his victories in the courtroom. Having tried over 150 jury trials, he is known for winning multi-million dollar recoveries in auto, trucking, and fall down cases. His verdicts and settlements have earned him recognition as: • New Jersey Super Lawyer • National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America • Lifetime Member,…
Who Jan represents
Jan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Ridgewood and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jan studied and practices
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. New · 1971
Georgetown University
B.S.B.A. · 1968
Jurisdictions
Jan's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1979 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1972 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1972 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1971 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1971 · ACTIVE
Jan studied at J.D. New in Georgetown University Law Center and B.S.B.A. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Jan completed J.D. New in Georgetown University Law Center and B.S.B.A. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jan runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jan's legal honors and published work
Jan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Jan's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association New Jersey State Bar Association, Past Trustee New Jersey State Bar Foundation, Past Officer and Trustee N
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Supreme Court District Fee Arbitration Committee New Jersey Association for Justice Bergen County Bar Association Passaic County Bar Association, Past Trustee
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Locations
Jan K. Seigel's office in Ridgewood
Jan's primary office is at 505 Goffle Road, Suite 204, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jan K. Seigel — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Ridgewood.
4.4
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How to hire Jan K. Seigel — 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 Jan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jan'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; Jan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Ridgewood, New Jersey
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 Jan
Jan 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. Jan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jan'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 Jan K. Seigel
How much does it cost to hire Jan for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jan offer a free consultation?
Jan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jan's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Jan's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in New Jersey 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. Jan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jan take my case if I'm outside Ridgewood?
Jan is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jan 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 Jan?
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. Jan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jan accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Jan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Ridgewood, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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