Rochester, New York Wrongful Death Attorneys

Compare 7 attorneys and 5 law firms in Rochester , NY. Sort by highest rating and years of wrongful death experience.

Donald Rehkopf Jr.
Rochester wrongful death attorney at Brenna and Boyce with 50 years experience

31 East Main Street, Suite 2000, Rochester, NY 14614

Jan Egger
Rochester wrongful death attorney at Egger and Leegant with 49 years experience

144 Exchange Boulevard, Suite 107, Rochester, NY 14614

Glenn Pezzulo
Rochester wrongful death attorney at Culley Marks Tanenbaum and Pezzulo with 48 years experience

36 Main Street West, Suite 500, Rochester, NY 14614

Robert Brenna Jr.
Rochester wrongful death attorney at Brenna and Boyce with 46 years experience

31 East Main Street, Suite 2000, Rochester, NY 14614

Mark Valerio
Rochester wrongful death attorney at Harris Chesworth O'Brien Johnstone and Welch with 44 years experience

300 Linden Oaks, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14625

Jo Leegant
Rochester wrongful death attorney at Egger and Leegant with 40 years experience

144 Exchange Boulevard, Suite 107, Rochester, NY 14614

Paul Barden
Rochester wrongful death attorney at McConville Considine Cooman and Morin with 33 years experience

25 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Need help with a wrongful death matter?

If a family member or loved one has been killed through the actions of another individual or a business, a wrongful death attorney will represent your interests and those of the deceased. They will work with you to determine the facts of what occurred, whom to hold responsible, and whether compensation is due. Examples include people killed by drunk drivers or people killed in an accident at work. The laws around wrongful death are specific and cases must be filed within a certain time.

Need an attorney in Rochester, NY?

Find the right attorney by reviewing and comparing our profiles of lawyers and their law firms, with details on each attorney and their colleague’s practice, experience, education, training, honors and fee structure. Carefully consider client reviews and recommendations from people just like you. If you have complex legal needs, a larger firm with multiple attorneys who can advise you in different areas may be the best fit. If your needs are more limited and very specific, consider a smaller firm. Speak with several Rochester wrongful death attorneys to find the one that is best for you.

Ask yourself the 3 C’s:

  • Credentials ‐ How many cases has this attorney worked on similar to yours?
  • Comfort ‐ Who are you most comfortable working with? Is the lawyer’s office nearby? How and how often will they get in touch with you?
  • Cost ‐ Have expected costs and fees been clearly explained to you? It’s OK to ask for an estimate.