Richard A. Fogel

Richard A. Fogel is a highly respected attorney with a strong background in insurance coverage, toxic torts, environmental claims, product liability, and commercial litigation. With decades of experience, he has represented clients in complex disputes and guided insurance companies, businesses, and professionals across New York and New Jersey. His work at the Law Offices of Richard A. Fogel, P.C. is marked by clear communication, vigorous advocacy, and a focus on achieving the best results in lawsuits and disputes involving complex legal issues.

Mr. Fogel holds a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law, where he served as Commentary Editor of the Fordham International Law Journal and Articles Editor for the Fordham Environmental Law Reporter. Before attending law school, he earned an M.S. in Oceanography from SUNY Stony Brook and a B.S. in Marine Sciences from Southampton College (LIU), completing both with academic honors and research roles.

Mr. Fogel has built a strong record throughout his career as a litigator and advisor. He previously served as a partner at several well-regarded law firms, where he handled insurance coverage disputes, environmental contamination claims, lead paint cases, and complex commercial matters. His early work as an associate at a prominent Long Island firm helped shape his deep understanding of insurance and environmental law. He also has experience as a research scientist, which gives him unique insight into technical issues that arise in environmental litigation.

Richard A. Fogel has helped clients by writing widely read articles, teaching CLE programs approved by the New York State CLE Board, and lecturing across the country. His presentations cover settlement strategies, risk management, toxic torts, and product liability. Courts and clients alike value his well-reasoned arguments, as evidenced by notable appellate victories in insurance coverage and lead paint liability cases. Today, Mr. Fogel continues to provide trusted representation to clients facing insurance, environmental, and commercial disputes, offering clear guidance and dependable legal support rooted in decades of experience.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Law Offices of Richard A. Fogel, P.C.
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, New York City Bar Association
• Member: Suffolk County Bar Association, Defense Research Institute, Claims & Litigation Management Alliance
• Former Chairman, Babylon Environmental Conservation Commission

Licensed State

• New Jersey
• New York

Education

• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• SUNY Stony Brook
  MS in Oceanography
• Southampton College of LIU
  BS in Marine Sciences, Biology

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