Zachary S. Perecman, Personal Injury Attorney in New York
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Zachary S. Perecman is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at The Perecman Firm PLLC.
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- Handles Personal Injury matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Zachary S. Perecman: Zachary S. Perecman is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at The Perecman Firm PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Zachary takes on
Zachary concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Zachary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in New York
Zachary 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 Zachary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Zachary S. Perecman — personal injury lawyer in New York
Zachary S. Perecman is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at The Perecman Firm PLLC.
Zachary Perecman is a New York trial attorney and partner at The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., concentrating in complex personal injury, construction accident, New York Labor Law, civil rights, and wrongful death litigation. He represents individuals and families in high-stakes matters involving catastrophic injuries caused by unsafe construction conditions, serious negligence, and constitutional violations.
Mr. Perecman focuses his practice on construction accident litigation and Labor Law claims, handling cases from initial investigation through trial and appellate advocacy. He is known for disciplined preparation, strategic litigation planning, and a results-driven approach to achieving full accountability and maximum compensation for his clients.
He has secured numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, including:
$19,000,000 for a construction worker injured by a falling hoisted beam
$5,600,000 for a union concrete laborer injured by a falling scaffold
$4,300,000 for a union carpenter who fell from a scaffold
$4,000,000 wrongful imprisonment recovery following a successful appeal before the New York Court of Appeals
$3,200,000 for a laborer who sustained a serious ankle injury on a construction site
$2,700,000 for an asbestos worker who suffered burn injuries
$2,500,000 for a construction worker injured after tripping on debris while moving scaffolding materials
$1,800,000 for a concrete worker injured by a falling beam
$1,650,000 for an electrician’s apprentice who sustained a significant back injury after falling from an A-frame ladder
Mr. Perecman began his career at The Perecman Firm as a file clerk and paralegal, developing a comprehensive understanding of litigation at every stage. He continues the legacy of his father, trial attorney David Perecman, combining institutional knowledge with modern trial strategy.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Miami and graduated magna cum laude from New York Law School, where he was a John Marshall Harlan Scholar and Law Review editor.
Mr. Perecman has been recognized by Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2018–2025) and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (2020–2025).
Working with Zachary on a personal injury matter
Zachary Perecman is a New York trial attorney and partner at The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., concentrating in complex personal injury, construction accident, New York Labor Law, civil rights, and wrongful death litigation. He represents individuals and families in high-stakes matters involving catastrophic injuries caused by unsafe construction conditions, serious negligence, and constitutional…
Who Zachary represents
Zachary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York Law School
— · 2014
Jurisdictions
Zachary's state bar admissions
New Jersey, New Jers
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New York, New York
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Zachary studied at — in New York Law School.
Law school and academic background
Zachary completed — in New York Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Zachary runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Zachary has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Ones to Watch”, 2021 - Present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New York Metro
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Stars, 2018 - Present
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — “Ones to Watch”, 2021 - Present (2026). Best Lawyers in America — New York Metro (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Rising Stars, 2018 - Present (2026).
Locations
Zachary S. Perecman's office in New York
Zachary's primary office is at 250 West 57th Street, Suite 401, New York, New York, 10107. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Perecman Firm PLLC
250 West 57th Street, Suite 401
New York, New York 10107
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How to hire Zachary S. Perecman — 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 Zachary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Zachary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zachary'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; Zachary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in New York
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 Zachary
Zachary 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. Zachary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Zachary'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 Zachary S. Perecman
How much does it cost to hire Zachary for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Zachary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Zachary offer a free consultation?
Zachary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zachary's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Zachary's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in New York 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. Zachary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Zachary take my case if I'm outside New York?
Zachary 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 — Zachary 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 Zachary?
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. Zachary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Zachary accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Zachary'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 Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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