Jeffrey B. Bloom, General Attorney in New York
focused on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury
New, NY
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Jeffrey B. Bloom is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury.
- Based in
- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- General · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Jeffrey B. Bloom: Jeffrey B. Bloom is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Jeffrey's practice areas in New York
Jeffrey concentrates on general, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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General cases in New York
Jeffrey takes general 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in New York
Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in New York
Jeffrey takes personal injury 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jeffrey B. Bloom, general attorney serving New York
Jeffrey B. Bloom is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Jeffrey works from New York and takes on general matters across the region.
Jeffrey B. Bloom is a nationally recognized trial attorney with over four decades of experience representing plaintiffs in complex medical malpractice and personal injury claims. Since joining Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf in 1979, Mr. Bloom has secured numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, earning a reputation as one of New York’s most formidable advocates.
Mr. Bloom’s case results include a $120 million jury verdict in a medical malpractice action against Westchester Medical Center—the largest medical malpractice verdict in New York State history. He also served as lead counsel in the highly publicized wrongful death case on behalf of the Estate of Joan Rivers. His extensive litigation record includes recoveries of $15.6 million for lap-band surgery malpractice, $9.2 million for the delayed treatment of a bowel obstruction, and $8 million for complications following colon surgery.
He has successfully handled cases involving failure to diagnose cancer, negligent surgical and obstetrical care, birth injuries including brain damage and Erb’s palsy, and catastrophic injuries due to faulty medical treatment. In addition to his work in medical negligence, he has litigated product liability and premises liability cases, including a wrongful death action stemming from a building collapse and a fire-related fatality caused by a defective vehicle design.
A recognized leader in both the courtroom and the legal community, Mr. Bloom is Co-Chair of the Medical Malpractice Committee and LAWPAC for the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. He played a central role in the successful passage of Lavern’s Law, a landmark 2018 statute that reformed the statute of limitations in medical malpractice cases involving cancer diagnoses.
Mr. Bloom has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America, New York Magazine, and Super Lawyers. He is also a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, which limits its exclusive membership to just 500 attorneys nationwide.
In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Bloom lectures extensively throughout New York State. He has presented programs for the New York State Bar Association and the New York State Judicial Institute, educating attorneys and judges alike on topics ranging from anatomy for lawyers to cancer misdiagnosis and women’s health issues in malpractice litigation.
Jeffrey's approach to general cases
Jeffrey B. Bloom is a nationally recognized trial attorney with over four decades of experience representing plaintiffs in complex medical malpractice and personal injury claims . Since joining Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf in 1979, Mr. Bloom has secured numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, earning a reputation as one of New York’s most…
The kind of cases Jeffrey takes
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jeffrey studied and practices
Hofstra University
J.D. · 1979
Lehigh University
— · 1976
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in Hofstra University and — in Lehigh University.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in Hofstra University and — in Lehigh University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jeffrey's legal honors and published work
Jeffrey has received 24 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Hospital Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Negligence
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Premises Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law (2026).
Locations
Jeffrey B. Bloom's office in New York
Jeffrey's primary office is at 80 Pine Street, 34th Floor, New York, New York, 10005. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jeffrey B. Bloom — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey B. Bloom
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside New York?
Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new general clients right now?
Jeffrey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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