Paul J. Edelstein
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
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Born May 22, 1968, Paul is the son of a Brooklyn lawyer who was the son of a Brooklyn lawyer. From an early age he was exposed to challenging, every day life experiences that his fathers clients’ were going through, as well as difficult and thought provoking questions that helped mold him into the quick thinking and overly prepared attorney he is today.As a trial attorney, he knows you are either in the case 100%, or you can’t represent your clients properly. To be dedicated 100% means to essentially become the case: live it, eat it, sleep it, and think about it constantly. This is the only way Paul knows how to practice law, and his passion and dedication yields huge results for his clients and personal satisfaction.Paul’s passion for the law doesn’t stop at the office. On September 10, 2005 Paul married, Maritza Fanith whom he met while she was serving jury duty in Brooklyn. They now have two little jurors of their own who are as challenging and rewarding as any case Paul can remember. Born May 22, 1968, Paul is the son of a Brooklyn lawyer who was the son of a Brooklyn lawyer. From an early age he was exposed to challenging, every day life experiences that his fathers clients’ were going through, as well as difficult and thought provoking questions that helped mold him into the quick thinking and overly prepared attorney he is today. As a trial attorney, he knows you are either in the case 100%, or you can’t represent your clients properly. To be dedicated 100% means to essentially become the case: live it, eat it, sleep it, and think about it constantly. This is the only way Paul knows how to practice law, and his passion and dedication yields huge results for his clients and personal satisfaction. Paul’s passion for the law doesn’t stop at the office. On September 10, 2005 Paul married, Maritza Fanith whom he met while she was serving jury duty in Brooklyn. They now have two little jurors of their own who are as challenging and rewarding as any case Paul can remember.
Jurisdiction
New York
State Capital
Albany
Highest Court
New York Court of Appeals
Bar Association
New York State Bar Association
Typical Consultation
Free-$150
Typical Hourly Range
Often contingency-based
Fee Model Notes
Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.
Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019
Nicholas Nguyen
After a serious car accident left me with significant injuries, navigating the insurance and legal process felt overwhelming. From our first meeting, Paul Edelstein’s deep understanding of Brooklyn and his three decades of experience were immediately apparent. He wasn't just a lawyer; he felt like a trusted advisor who had seen it all. His recognition in personal injury litigation is well-earned—his strategy was meticulous, and he explained every step in clear terms without sugarcoating the challenges. Paul and his team at Edelstein, Faegenburg & Brown secured a settlement that truly reflected the impact on my life, far exceeding what I was initially offered. His genuine, no-nonsense approach, rooted in a lifetime of Brooklyn legal practice, made an incredibly difficult time manageable. I cannot recommend him highly enough.