About
Jeffrey A. Block built his career as a trial advocate after graduating from Brooklyn Law School, quickly gaining recognition for his relentless preparation and commitment to injured individuals. He became known early on for resolving numerous high-value cases and for a litigation style centered on thorough case development and unwavering client support.
Jeffrey completed his legal education at Brooklyn Law School, earning his J.D. before entering practice. His reputation among peers and judges has grown steadily, reflected in honors such as New York Super Lawyer, Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year,” New York City Personal Injury Litigation (2023), Excellence in Advocacy Award, and selection among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in New York State.
Jeffrey handles significant matters involving construction injuries, tractor-trailer crashes, medical malpractice, premises liability, and motor vehicle accidents. His courtroom strategy centers on detailed case review and strong trial presentation, which has produced numerous multi-million-dollar resolutions for seriously injured workers and accident victims across New York.
Jeffrey has secured landmark outcomes such as multimillion-dollar verdicts for people hurt in falls, struck by vehicles, or harmed due to unsafe work conditions. His ability to manage complex injury litigation has led other attorneys, judges, and courthouse professionals to seek his guidance and request his involvement on challenging cases requiring skilled trial leadership.
Jeffrey A. Block continues to devote his practice to achieving meaningful outcomes for people facing life-altering injuries, consistently focusing on preparation, persistence, and an unwavering commitment to justice for every client he represents. Jeffrey is also known for taking on cases that others declined, achieving results like a substantial verdict for a non-surgical spinal injury and a notable bad-faith insurance ruling that brought life-changing relief to the client. His work has repeatedly demonstrated how thoughtful advocacy can transform the futures of severely injured individuals and their families.
Law Office Affiliations
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Founder, Block O’Toole & Murphy
- Member, New York State Bar Association
Licensed State
- New York
Education
- Brooklyn Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Animal & Dog Bites
- Brain Injury
- Car Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death




