Paul VanBuskirk serves as Of Counsel to The Cook Group and is based in the firm’s New York City office. He also handles matters in New Jersey and assists on litigation nationwide as needed.
Paul focuses his practice on the defense of product liability and industrial litigation, with a particular emphasis on asbestos and talc-related claims. With over 25 years of experience in asbestos litigation, Paul has represented a broad range of domestic and international clients, including manufacturers across various industries.
He has managed substantial caseloads in both supporting and lead roles, including service as National Coordinating Counsel for several clients. Over the course of his career, Paul has successfully handled hundreds of complex negotiations and trial scenarios, resulting in thousands of dismissals and favorable settlements across the country.
Paul is highly skilled in developing expert-driven defenses and has coordinated expert strategy in cases involving industrial boilers, pumps, valves, lighting, electrical components, welding materials, mastics, and roofing products.
More recently, Paul has played an active role in the evolving national talc litigation, representing clients involved in mining, milling, manufacturing, and body powder production. His deep experience and strategic insight continue to make him a valuable asset to The Cook Group’s litigation team.