Business Details
Personal Injury Lawyers in New York, NY
Phillips & Paolicelli is a premier personal injury law firm dedicated to advocating for victims of corporate negligence and institutional misconduct. With decades of collective experience, our team specializes in complex cases involving asbestos exposure, birth defects, medical malpractice, and environmental toxins. We operate from our main offices in Midtown Manhattan and Lawrenceville, New Jersey, serving clients across the United States and internationally. Our attorneys have secured over a billion dollars in settlements and verdicts, focusing on cases where powerful entities have caused harm through dangerous products, environmental contamination, or systemic failures.We combine legal expertise with scientific analysis to uncover hidden corporate misconduct and hold wrongdoers accountable. Our work has shaped legal precedents in child sexual abuse litigation and talc-asbestos cases, ensuring victims receive compensation for medical expenses and future security. We maintain a relentless commitment to justice, operating with transparency and ethical rigor in every case we pursue.
Services
Asbestos Litigation
Birth Defect Cases
Medical Malpractice
Environmental Toxic Torts
Child Sexual Abuse Claims
Whistleblower Lawsuits
Lead Poisoning Cases
Defective Product Litigation
Nursing Home Abuse
Construction Accidents
Highlights and features
- We have secured over $1 billion in settlements and verdicts for personal injury victims.
- Our attorneys pioneered landmark child sexual abuse and talc-asbestos litigation cases.
- We combine legal expertise with scientific analysis to prove corporate misconduct.
- We operate from strategic offices in New York and New Jersey with nationwide reach.
- Our team includes founding partners with 30+ years of combined personal injury experience.
Services
Asbestos Litigation
Our asbestos litigation team represents victims of mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis caused by occupational or consumer product exposure. We specialize in complex cases involving talc contamination and international jurisdictions. With decades of experience, we help clients navigate bankruptcy trust funds and courtroom proceedings to secure compensation for medical treatment and family support.
Child Sexual Abuse Claims
We advocate for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse through groundbreaking litigation under state Child Victims Acts. Our team has recovered nearly $50 million in settlements and shaped legal precedents in New York and New Jersey. We provide confidential consultations and guide clients through complex legal processes against institutions that enabled abuse.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice attorneys handle cases involving delayed cancer diagnoses, birth injuries, and hospital negligence. With 30+ years of combined experience, we prove healthcare provider failures that cause permanent harm. We secure compensation for ongoing medical care and lost quality of life through jury verdicts and negotiated settlements.
Environmental Toxic Torts
We represent clients harmed by chemical exposures in water, air, and soil. Our team connects environmental contamination to severe health conditions like cancer and neurological damage. We challenge corporations responsible for toxic releases and secure resources for victims' medical and financial recovery through trial-ready litigation strategies.
Defective Product Litigation
Our defective product attorneys hold manufacturers accountable for dangerous medical devices, automotive components, and consumer goods. We investigate product failures that cause catastrophic injuries and pursue compensation for victims. Our work includes multi-jurisdictional talc-asbestos litigation and cases against Fortune 500 companies.
People
Steven J. Phillips
Founding Partner
Steven J. Phillips co-founded the firm with a focus on corporate accountability litigation. He specializes in complex personal injury cases involving asbestos exposure, environmental toxins, and medical device failures. With decades of trial experience, he has secured significant verdicts for victims of corporate negligence.
Diane Paolicelli
Founding Partner
Diane Paolicelli brings extensive experience in medical malpractice and healthcare negligence cases. As a founding partner, she advocates for victims of birth injuries and delayed cancer diagnoses. Her legal expertise has contributed to multi-million dollar settlements for clients harmed by medical system failures.
Daniel J. Woodard
Partner
Daniel J. Woodard specializes in asbestos litigation and talc-related cancer cases. He secured an $18 million verdict for a British merchant seaman exposed to asbestos. His work includes international jurisdictional breakthroughs and confidential settlements for victims of cosmetic product contamination.
Victoria Phillips
Partner
Victoria Phillips focuses on environmental toxic torts and construction accident litigation. She represents clients harmed by chemical exposures and workplace hazards. Her practice includes complex cases requiring scientific evidence linking exposure to long-term health conditions.
Melissa L. Stewart
Partner
Melissa L. Stewart handles lead poisoning and childhood injury cases. She advocates for families affected by environmental hazards and institutional negligence. Her legal work ensures victims receive resources for medical treatment and developmental support through negotiated settlements and courtroom victories.
Questions
What types of cases does Phillips & Paolicelli handle?
We specialize in personal injury cases involving asbestos exposure, medical malpractice, child sexual abuse, environmental toxins, defective products, and nursing home abuse. Our attorneys have particular expertise in complex litigation against corporations and institutions.
Can I file a child sexual abuse lawsuit if the incident happened decades ago?
Yes, under New York's Child Victims Act and New Jersey's Child Sexual Abuse Act, adult survivors can pursue claims even for historical abuse. Our team has successfully litigated these cases and shaped related legal precedents.
How do asbestos exposure cases work?
We help clients prove exposure to asbestos-containing products through workplace records, medical evidence, and corporate documentation. Cases may involve bankruptcy trusts or direct litigation against manufacturers, including talc product companies.
What compensation can medical malpractice victims receive?
Victims may recover funds for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. Our attorneys have secured verdicts and settlements for delayed cancer diagnoses, birth injuries, and surgical errors.
Do you handle cases outside New York and New Jersey?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide and internationally. Our firm has handled cases in Florida, California, and the UK, with experience navigating multi-jurisdictional legal challenges in asbestos and product liability litigation.
How are legal fees structured for personal injury cases?
We work on contingency fees, meaning we only collect payment if we win your case. This ensures access to justice regardless of financial circumstances while maintaining our commitment to client-centered representation.
