John W. Looney

John W. Looney is a personal injury lawyer at Looney Injury Law, PLLC, serving clients in Buffalo, Williamsville, and surrounding New York communities. He represents injured people in accident and negligence claims, bringing extensive trial experience to negotiations and courtroom advocacy. Known for a direct, compassionate approach, he works to protect clients’ interests, prepare strong cases, pursue fair compensation, and prevent insurers from undervaluing valid claims from the start in difficult cases across New York.

John earned his B.A. in Political Science, cum laude, from Norwich University in 1990 before serving as an officer in the US Navy. After completing active duty service, he earned his J.D. from the University at Buffalo School of Law in 1999. This background reflects discipline, public service, and legal training that support his careful approach to client representation in serious injury matters involving real losses and major life disruption.

John was admitted to the State of New York in 2000 and the United States District Court for the Western District of New York in 2001. His professional memberships include the New York State Bar Association and the Bar Association of Erie County. He applies this experience to personal injury cases involving motor vehicle crashes, construction accidents, falls, and wrongful death claims, where preparation and evidence often shape the result.

John W. Looney has been recognized as a US Navy veteran and selected for New York Super Lawyers, with additional honors from The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Clients rely on his practical guidance, steady communication, and commitment to pursuing successful outcomes after life-changing accidents and serious injuries in court proceedings statewide.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Looney Injury Law, PLLC
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, Bar Association of Erie County
• Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• University at Buffalo School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Norwich University
  BA in Political Science with Cum Laude

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