Steven Dorfman

Steven Dorfman is a senior New York personal injury trial attorney at The Perecman Firm with nearly 30 years of experience representing victims of catastrophic construction accidents, wrongful death, traumatic brain injuries, and serious negligence throughout New York City. He is widely recognized for securing some of the largest settlements in complex Labor Law and construction accident cases. Steven concentrates on high-exposure construction accident litigation involving scaffold falls, falling objects, structural collapses, crane accidents, and claims brought under New York Labor Law Sections 240(1), 241(6), and 200. He represents union and non-union workers and aggressively pursues recovery from owners, general contractors, and major insurers. Notable Case Results: • $29,950,000 settlement for the family of a 51-year-old construction worker who tragically fell 44 stories • $19,000,000 settlement for an ironworker struck by a fallen I-beam • $12,000,000 settlement for a teamster who suffered a traumatic brain injury, resolved before depositions • $6,700,000 settlement for a pedestrian struck by a bus • $5,000,000 settlement for a pedestrian injured in a school bus accident These results reflect Steven’s meticulous case preparation, aggressive negotiation strategy, and deep understanding of New York construction accident law and wrongful death litigation. He also served on the Steering Committee for the Metro-North Valhalla train accident litigation, helping secure justice for victims of the 2015 crossing tragedy. As the firm’s only native Spanish-speaking attorney, Steven provides critical access to Spanish-speaking clients who may fear retaliation or uncertainty when asserting their rights. His advocacy focuses not only on financial recovery, but on restoring dignity and accountability. Steven earned his B.A. in International Affairs from The George Washington University and his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School. He has argued more than 35 appeals in New York’s appellate courts and serves on the Board of Directors for the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. He is recognized annually by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers, and his verdicts have been featured in the New York Law Journal’s Top Verdicts in New York. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Steven Dorfman included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Steven Dorfman 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

• Managing Legal Officer
• Languages
• Spanish

• New York
• U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York
• U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
• U.S. District Court District of New Jersey

• New York State Bar Association
• New York State Trial Lawyers Association
• Super Lawyers
• Best Lawyers
• Jewish Lawyers Guild
• NYSTLA