Seth Kornfeld is an Associate in the Cook Legal Group’s New York City Office. His litigation practice handles claims arising from toxic torts inclusive of product liability, personal injury, and wrongful death cases. Throughout his career, Seth has defended clients at depositions, drafted appellate briefs, and made oral arguments before appellate courts. Working closely with clients, he effectively devises successful litigation strategies.

Prior to joining The Cook Legal Group, Seth clerked for Judge Denis J. Butler of the New York State Supreme Court, and was an Associate at Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, where he litigated medical malpractice and nursing home cases from inception to conclusion.

While attending law school, Seth was a Staff Editor of the Hofstra Law School Family Court Review and published “A Need Not Being Met: Providing Paid Family and Medical Leave for All Americans,” 56 Fam. Ct. Rev. 165 (2018). In addition, he assisted in the development of the Veterans Legal Assistance Program at Hofstra Law School, which provides counsel to Long Island Veterans.

Seth is a member of the Brandeis Association, the Columbian Lawyers Association, the New York State Bar Association, and is also actively involved in charitable organizations, including Autism Speaks.