Attorney Stuart L. Finz Highlights a Career Defined by Landmark Verdicts and Client Advocacy 

Legal victories are often measured by verdicts and settlements, but the work behind those outcomes tells a much bigger story. Every complex injury case requires careful preparation, deep legal knowledge, and the ability to stand firm against powerful opponents. For more than three decades, attorney Stuart L. Finz has built a career around these principles, helping individuals and families pursue justice in some of the most challenging personal injury and medical malpractice cases.

As the Senior Partner, Senior Trial Attorney, and CEO of Finz & Finz, P.C., he has guided the firm’s litigation efforts while maintaining a strong focus on protecting victims’ rights. His leadership reflects a commitment to achieving meaningful results while advancing standards within personal injury law.

Leading a Firm Built on Excellence and Preparation

At Finz & Finz, P.C., attorney Finz oversees every aspect of the firm’s litigation practice. His work spans a broad range of complex legal matters, including general tort liability, medical malpractice, products liability, defective drug litigation, toxic exposure claims, and appellate law.

His philosophy is simple yet demanding. Every client deserves complete dedication, careful preparation, and relentless advocacy. This approach has helped establish the firm as one of New York’s respected names in personal injury litigation.

Attorney Finz has often emphasized that maximizing financial outcomes for clients is not simply a goal but a responsibility. That mindset has guided the firm’s work for decades and continues to influence every case handled by its legal team.

Building a Reputation Through Landmark Results

Successful trial attorneys earn recognition through consistent performance, and Attorney Finz has developed a record that reflects years of courtroom excellence.

Among his most notable achievements is obtaining the first jury verdict in New York State against Philip Morris USA Inc. on behalf of a smoker who developed lung cancer. The case resulted in a landmark $20.52 million verdict, holding major tobacco companies accountable for designing cigarettes to create addiction. The verdict gained national recognition as one of the country’s leading jury awards.

His record-setting work also includes:

• A $50 million settlement for a motorcyclist who suffered traumatic brain injuries and partial paralysis after a commercial vehicle collision.
• A $40.3 million medical malpractice verdict involving the failure to diagnose and treat a stroke, becoming the second-largest medical malpractice verdict in Nassau County history.
• A $24.5 million federal settlement for a child who sustained a spinal cord injury in a truck accident.
• A $14.768 million verdict for a New York City building porter who suffered a permanent workplace arm injury.
• Multi-million-dollar settlements involving delayed medical diagnoses, catastrophic injuries, and hospital negligence.

These results demonstrate not only litigation skill but also the ability to manage highly technical cases requiring extensive preparation and expert testimony.

Recognition That Reflects Consistent Excellence

Professional recognition often follows years of sustained achievement, and attorney Finz has received numerous honors throughout his distinguished career.

He has been recognized by New York Super Lawyers as one of the state’s leading personal injury trial attorneys for many consecutive years. He is also a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization reserved for attorneys who have achieved exceptional verdicts and settlements.

Additional honors include recognition from The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Lawyers of Distinction, Martindale-Hubbell’s highest peer rating for professional excellence, and awards from both the New York State Assembly and New York City Council for community service and contributions to the legal profession.

These distinctions reflect the respect he has earned from fellow attorneys, judges, and legal organizations alike.

Leadership That Strengthens the Legal Community

Beyond representing clients, Attorney Finz actively contributes to the legal profession through education and leadership.

He serves as Vice Chair of the Queens County Medical Malpractice Committee and maintains memberships in several respected legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and both the Queens County and Nassau County Bar Associations.

He has also lectured for the New York County Lawyers Association, sharing practical knowledge gained from decades of courtroom experience with fellow legal professionals.

A Career Guided by Service and Purpose

Born and raised in Queens, New York, Stuart L. Finz earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, graduating Cum Laude from Long Island University before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. During law school, he served as President of the student body and was recognized in Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities.

His career has remained centered on protecting people whose lives have been changed by negligence. Whether representing victims of catastrophic injuries, defective products, or medical errors, he continues to advocate for accountability while leading a team of attorneys, nurses, paralegals, and support professionals dedicated to client success.

Away from the courtroom, he enjoys boating, motorcycles, jet skiing, and exotic sports cars, while placing his greatest value on time spent with his wife, children, and granddaughters.

Continuing a Legacy of Results and Responsibility

More than impressive verdicts define a successful legal career. Long-term impact comes from building trust, advancing legal standards, and helping clients move forward after life-changing injuries.

Through decades of litigation, leadership, and public service, attorney Stuart L. Finz has demonstrated that meaningful advocacy requires preparation, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to those seeking justice. His work continues to influence personal injury litigation while reinforcing the importance of accountability, client service, and excellence throughout the legal profession.