Ruth E. Bernstein

Ruth E. Bernstein is a distinguished attorney with over 35 years of experience as a business owner and solo practitioner, specializing in personal injury law. Known for her compassionate approach, Ruth dedicates substantial time and attention to each of her clients, focusing on taking fewer cases to ensure she can provide the personalized care and support they deserve. Her meticulous attention to detail and dedication are reflected in her impressive track record, including significant settlements such as a $5.6 million case involving a complex nerve injury and a $2.875 million settlement related to construction accidents. Before embarking on her legal career, Ruth was a TV news reporter and anchorwoman, focusing on legal stories. Her six-year tenure in broadcast journalism honed her communication skills and deepened her understanding of legal matters. Ruth is actively involved in the legal community, having been a member of the American Association for Justice for nearly three decades. She has held several leadership roles, including Chair of the Women's Caucus and a position on the Board of Governors, where she also served on the Executive Committee. Additionally, Ruth has contributed to the New York State Trial Lawyers Association as a member of the Board of Directors and is a sought-after lecturer on various legal topics nationwide. Ruth E. Bernstein's career is marked by her commitment to justice, her compassionate advocacy for her clients, and her impactful contributions to the legal profession. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Ruth E. Bernstein included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Marie Lambert Award, American Association of Justice, 2009 Other Sources of Feedback About Ruth E. Bernstein Included on the 2025New York Metro Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2022 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2021 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2020 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2019 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2018 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2017 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2015 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2014 New York Metro Super Lawyers list 2013 New York Metro Super Lawyers list

• Owner

• New York, 1991

• New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers (Board of Directors - Jan 2008 - Present)
• New York State Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Directors · Jan 2001 - Jan 2005)
• American Association for Justice (Board of Governors, Executive Committee · Jan 2001 - Jan 2003)
• Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• The Pound Civil Justice Institute (Sustaining Fellow)
• Women's Caucus Committee of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (First Vice Chair, Fund-Raising Committee)