William “Bill” Ferro
Managing Partner & Lead Litigator
Navigating Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and New York Vehicle & Traffic Law (VTL).
“We don’t just cite the law; we master the strategy. If the insurance company says ‘no,’ we find the reason why the law says ‘yes’.”
William “Bill” Ferro | Managing Partner & Lead Litigator
William “Bill” Ferro is a premier personal injury litigator on Long Island, recognized for over 15 consecutive years as a New York Super Lawyer. As a founding partner of Liga De Justicia Injury Lawyers, Bill has dedicated his career to representing the Latino community in complex trucking, construction, and catastrophic injury cases.
The “Billy and Pedro” Legacy: A Lifetime in the Community
Bill’s connection to the Hispanic community didn’t start in a courtroom; it started in a small apartment in Queens. Growing up in a Jewish home filled with the music of Tito Puente and Celia Cruz, Bill’s first childhood “victory” was learning enough Spanish to proudly greet his building’s superintendent, Pedro.
This early bond defined his path. After beginning his career at the Legal Aid Society defending indigent clients, Bill realized his calling was to provide elite legal representation to the community that shaped him. Today, he treats every client with the respect they deserve – regardless of their immigration status – building relationships of trust that have lasted decades.
“Recognized as a NY Super Lawyer for over 15 consecutive years, a distinction held by only the top 5% of attorneys in the state.”
The “Partner Difference” in Long Island Litigation: A Criminal Justice Mindset
Unlike settlement mill firms where cases are passed to junior associates, Bill Ferro personally directs the strategy for every high-stakes matter. Having handled high-profile criminal defense matters, civil rights violations, and police brutality cases, Bill brings a relentless, investigative style to personal injury law. He treats every accident scene like a criminal investigation that uncovers liability where other firms see a dead end.
“Bill Ferro treats every accident scene like a criminal investigation—uncovering liability where other firms see a dead end.”
Proven Success & Street-to-Courtroom Strategy
Bill is known for his hands-on approach. He doesn’t just read police reports; he recreates the entire accident scene, the reasons, and the motives. His expertise, knowledge of the law, and his meticulousness have led to landmark recoveries:
- $950,000 (Stony Brook, NY): Successfully advised client to reject a low-ball $150,000 offer to secure nearly 7x the initial amount for a commercial truck accident victim.
- $750,000 (Yaphank, NY): Engineered the 18-Foot Trap theory in a “no-pay” case, proving 100% liability against a major nursery through meticulous site measurements and a bifurcated trial strategy.
- $3,750,000 (Mineola, NY): A landmark Trip and Fall jury verdict for a 51-year-old man who became a quadriplegic after tripping over a defective hotel AC cable.
- $3,300,000 (Manhattan, NY): A massive settlement for a pedestrian struck by a bus, securing 7x the insurance company’s original $495,000 offer.
- $2,500,000 (Long Island, NY): Recovery for a day laborer who suffered numerous fractures and internal injuries.
- $1.9M + Workers’ Comp Benefits (NYC): Represented worker in a Labor Law 240 case where a faulty scaffold led to life-altering injuries at a New York Public School
- $1,390,000 (Westbury, NY): A construction accident case where the initial offer was only $350,000—nearly a 4x increase for the client.
- $1,250,000 (Bronx, NY): A high-profile Police Brutality/Wrongful Death settlement involving a man shot by officers.
- $450,000 (Nassau County): Secured a high-limit settlement for the family of a 75-year-old in a wrongful death claim involving negligent nursing facility. He successfully overturned a coroner’s suicide finding by proving gross negligence and conscious pain and suffering by a home care agency.
“More than Just a Lawyer: Bill is a constant presence in the Long Island Latino community, often spending days in local hospitals to personally guide families through medical and legal crises.”
Community Advocate
Beyond the courtroom, Bill is a pillar of the Long Island community. Whether serving as the President of the Jericho School District Board, or transforming the Hauppauge office into a yearly holiday toy store event for hundreds of local children, or his many annual food and school supply drives, his commitment goes beyond legal advice.
Named one of Long Island’s Most Influential People by Long Island Business News.
His philanthropic efforts earned him the nomination as a 2026 Mosaico Honoree, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals and families from diverse countries and cultures who need guidance and orientation through the various processes and procedures that support their integration and development in the USA.
9/11 Volunteer: He provided free legal assistance to victims of the September 11th terrorist attacks.
“Immigration status does not limit your right to compensation in a New York injury case—and your status is never shared.”
- Super Lawyers: Recognized as a New York Super Lawyer for over 15 consecutive years (An honor reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in New York).
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Justia Verified: View Professional Profile
- Named one of Long Island’s Most Influential People by Long Island Business News.
- His philanthropic efforts earned him the nomination as a 2026 Mosaico Honoree, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals and families from diverse countries and cultures who need guidance and orientation through the various processes and procedures that support their integration and development in the USA.
- Latino Business Awards-Class 2026 honoree by the Latino Business Awards magazine and Long Island En Vivo 1440AM/93.3FM.
- BAR ADMISSIONS
- New York State Bar
- COURT ADMISSIONS
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY)
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY)
- EDUCATION
- Juris Doctor (J.D.): Graduate of Brooklyn Law School
- Specialized training in trial advocacy and criminal justice.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.): Graduate of Brooklyn Law School
- PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Trial Lawyers Association
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
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