Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Earns Tier 1 Ranking in 2026 Best Law Firms for New York City in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Product Liability

Recognized once again for excellence in trial advocacy and record verdicts

Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf has once again been honored among the nation’s top litigation firms, earning a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms for New York City.

The firm received Tier 1 recognition in three major practice areas:

This marks the 16th consecutive year the firm has achieved the highest ranking in these categories, reflecting its century-long commitment to excellence, client advocacy, and integrity in the courtroom. The Best Law Firms rankings, published by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, are based on peer review, client feedback, and a comprehensive evaluation of professional performance.

A Tradition of Record Verdicts and Landmark Settlements

Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf continues to lead the field in complex personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. Recent results include:

$272 million settlement in the Tribeca Crane Collapse — believed to be the largest crane accident settlement in New York history and one of the largest in the nation.
$120 million medical malpractice verdict against Westchester Medical Center — the highest in Westchester County history.
$60 million medical malpractice verdict in Nassau County — the largest in county history for a paralyzing injury caused by a steroid injection.
A Metro-North train-crash trial victory, where the firm served as Lead Trial Counsel, establishing 71% liability against the railroad.
$71 million verdict for a young woman who suffered spinal injuries in a motor vehicle crash.
$41 million verdict for the family of a young man killed by a New York City Sanitation Truck.

These results reinforce the firm’s reputation for achieving record-setting outcomes and advancing safety standards across New York.

Among the Top-Ranked Lawyers in New York

In addition to its Best Law Firms distinction, the firm’s attorneys earned multiple recognitions in the 2025 New York Metro Super Lawyers list. Managing Partner Ben Rubinowitz was ranked #1 among all attorneys in New York Metro for the second consecutive year. Howard S. Hershenhorn joined him among the Top 10 Super Lawyers, while Jeffrey Bloom was again named to the Top 100. A total of 12 attorneys from the firm were recognized in this year’s list.

A Legacy of Excellence

For more than a century, Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf has stood at the forefront of trial advocacy in New York. The firm has recovered over $5 billion for clients, including more than 600 settlements and 60 verdicts exceeding $1 million. Many exceed $10 million, with several surpassing $100 million — and the firm holds the record for the highest pain and suffering award in New York State history.