Richard A. Russo

A founding partner of Russo Law LLP, with offices in New York, attorney Richard A. Russo is rich with an experience of over 13 years. Mr. Russo provides diligent representation to clients throughout the greater New York City metro and surrounding areas who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones because of someone else's negligent, careless or unlawful actions.

Over the course of his career, focusing on personal injury and wrongful death claims, Mr. Russo has recovered millions of dollars in total compensation for his plaintiff clients who were adversely affected by motor vehicle accidents, unsafe property conditions, construction and workplace accidents, defective products and other preventable tragedies. From his efforts, he has secured some of the largest verdicts ever awarded in a motor vehicle accident case, and he has received recognition in New York Verdict Search's Top Verdicts and Settlements in 2016 list.  

In addition, Mr. Russo has earned consistent top rankings and endorsements from his peers for his outstanding professionalism and unmatched legal abilities, and he has received numerous testimonials and referrals from his satisfied clients. His success is the direct result of the personalized attention he provides to all he serves, coupled with his innovative and creative approach to devising the most effective strategies possible to maximize his clients' recoveries. He also has a unique background that makes him better suited to address the medical issues of his clients' situations.

Mr. Russo began his legal practice in 2013 after obtaining his license from the New York State Bar Association. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Yeshiva University Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in 2010, and he is an active member of various local, state and national legal organizations. Owing to his legal proficiency and acumen, he has also been selected to the list of Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and the Top 10 Under 40 by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys.