Neil S. Moss, Esq., Personal Injury Attorney in Bennington, Vermont
Over 59 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBarr Sternberg Moss Silver & Munson, P.C.
Bennington, VT
Practicing personal injury in Bennington since 1967.
- 59+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Neil S. Moss, Esq. is a partner based in Bennington, VT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Neil has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barr Sternberg Moss Silver & Munson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Bennington, VT
- Experience
- over 59 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Bennington, VT.
- Over 59 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Neil S. Moss, Esq.: Neil S. Moss, Esq. is a partner based in Bennington, VT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Neil has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barr Sternberg Moss Silver & Munson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Neil takes on
Neil concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Neil handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Bennington, Vermont
Neil takes personal injury matters in Bennington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Neil agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Neil S. Moss, Esq. — personal injury lawyer in Bennington
Neil S. Moss, Esq. is a partner based in Bennington, VT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Neil has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barr Sternberg Moss Silver & Munson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Neil Moss is the firm's senior member and managing partner. He grew up in Yonkers, New York, where he went to Roosevelt High School. He graduated from Middlebury College in 1964, and New York University Law School in 1967. Neil returned to Vermont after law school to practice in Bennington. From 1970-75, he was the Bennington County State's Attorney. During this period, Neil started (with others) 204 Depot Street, a very successful group home for local delinquent boys which continues as an alternative to juvenile criminal facilities or adult prisons. In 1980, Neil joined forces with Pat Barr and Rolf Sternberg and founded this law firm, now the largest in Southern Vermont. Neil's experience and training contribute to his skill as the managing partner of the firm.
His law practice is focused on personal injury matters. Neil is active in sports, including golf, cross-country skiing and karate, in which he has a black belt. He also practices yoga and Tai Chi. He lives in Bennington with his wife, Joan Goodrich, who is vice president of Bennington College, and Lucy Goodrich-Moss, a friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback who serves as the law firm mascot and Top Dog.
Neil's approach to personal injury cases
Neil Moss is the firm's senior member and managing partner. He grew up in Yonkers, New York, where he went to Roosevelt High School. He graduated from Middlebury College in 1964, and New York University Law School in 1967. Neil returned to Vermont after law school to practice in Bennington. From 1970-75, he was the Bennington County State's Attorney. During this period, Neil started (with others)…
Clients Neil works with
Neil reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Bennington and the surrounding Vermont area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University
LL.B. · 1967
Middlebury College
B.A. · 1964
Jurisdictions
Neil's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1969 · ACTIVE
Vermont
1967 · ACTIVE
Neil studied at LL.B. in New York University and B.A. in Middlebury College.
Law school and academic background
Neil completed LL.B. in New York University and B.A. in Middlebury College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Neil runs in Vermont is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Neil has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Neil's professional memberships and bar associations
Bennington County (President, 1981-1982) and Vermont Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Vermont Trial Lawyers Association NITA
membership
Locations
Neil S. Moss, Esq.'s office in Bennington
Neil's primary office is at 507 Main Street, Bennington, VT, 05201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Barr Sternberg Moss Silver & Munson, P.C.
507 Main Street
Bennington, VT 05201
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Client reviews of Neil S. Moss, Esq. — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Neil S. Moss, Esq. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Neil usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Neil charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil'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; Neil will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Bennington, Vermont
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Neil
Neil discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Neil confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Neil's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Neil S. Moss, Esq.
How much does it cost to hire Neil for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Neil walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Neil offer a free consultation?
Neil charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Neil's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Vermont typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Neil gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Neil take my case if I'm outside Bennington?
Neil is licensed in Vermont. Matters governed by Vermont law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Neil 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 Neil?
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. Neil will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Neil accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Neil's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Bennington, Montpelier and Burlington in Vermont
Neil handles personal injury matters throughout Vermont. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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