David M. Godosky

David M. Godosky, Appellate Attorney in New York

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, General, and Personal Injury · 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratGodosky & Gentile, P.C.

New, NY

Practicing appellate in New York since 1993.

33+
Years practicing
4.9 ★
1 client review
3
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David M. Godosky is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Personal Injury. David has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Godosky & Gentile, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
New York, NY
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Appellate · General · Personal Injury
  • Handles Appellate, General, and Personal Injury matters from New York, NY.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About David M. Godosky: David M. Godosky is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Personal Injury. David has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Godosky & Gentile, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

David's practice areas in New York

David concentrates on appellate, general, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in New York

David takes appellate matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

General cases in New York

David takes general matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in New York

David takes personal injury matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in New York

David takes product liability matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

David M. Godosky, appellate attorney serving New York

David M. Godosky is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Personal Injury. David has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Godosky & Gentile, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review. David works from New York and takes on appellate matters across the region.

David Godosky is a former judge and prosecutor, along with being a graduate of Cornell Law School. David has had many verdicts and settlements totaling in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Many of the cases he handles and has taken to trial involve police misconduct and civil rights violations.

David is actively engaged in the firm's appellate practice and has argued several cases in the Court of Appeals. After being appointed to the bench by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and serving as a judge, David returned to the firm's practice as a lead trial attorney.

David obtained a $25.2 million verdict on behalf of a 34-year-old Brooklyn man who was shot by an NYPD officer, rendering our client a paraplegic. A Brooklyn jury unanimously found in favor of our client. The verdict was recognized as one of the ''Top Ten" verdicts in New York State by the National Law Journal (Sims v. City of New York). David also achieved a settlement on behalf of an injured ironworker that was recognized by the New York Law Journal as a "Top Ten" settlement ($7 million in Labatto v. Genting).

David has also obtained numerous multimillion-dollar awards on behalf of pedestrians struck by cars and buses, including a $4 million verdict for a 63-year-old woman struck and killed by an NYPD squad car.

David has lectured on trial practice for bar organizations and has been listed in New York Magazine and Super Lawyers as one of the top lawyers in New York. David has received Martindale-Hubbell's highest ratings for legal ability (A) and ethical standards (V). He is also listed in The Best Lawyers in America. David is a past President of the New York City Trial Lawyers Alliance (2019-2021) and was inducted into the prestigious International Academy of Trial Lawyers in 2016.

David's approach to appellate cases

David Godosky is a former judge and prosecutor, along with being a graduate of Cornell Law School. David has had many verdicts and settlements totaling in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Many of the cases he handles and has taken to trial involve police misconduct and civil rights violations. David is actively engaged in the firm's appellate practice and has argued several cases in the Court…

The kind of cases David takes

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, general, and personal injury matters across New York.

Credentials

Credentials — where David studied and practices

  • Cornell University

    J.D. · 1992

  • Hamilton College

    B.A. · 1988

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1993 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Cornell University and B.A. in Hamilton College.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Cornell University and B.A. in Hamilton College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

David's legal honors and published work

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Association of the Bar of the City of New York, New York State Bar Association New York City Trial Lawyers Association New York County Lawyers Association New York State Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice Jewish Lawyers Guild

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Locations

David M. Godosky's office in New York

David's primary office is at 100 Wall Street, Suite 1702, New York, NY, 10005. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Godosky & Gentile, P.C.

100 Wall Street, Suite 1702

New York, NY 10005

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David M. Godosky — 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in New York.

4.9

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Hiring guide

How to hire David M. Godosky — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David M. Godosky

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in New York typically take?

    Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside New York?

    David is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new appellate clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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