Protecting the Seriously Injured
At Bottar Law, we don’t try to be everything to everyone. For more than 40 years, we’ve focused exclusively on representing those who have suffered catastrophic harm – patients injured by medical malpractice, families mourning wrongful deaths, workers and motorists hurt by negligence. We never represent corporations, insurance companies, or defendants. Only people. Only plaintiffs.
We made that commitment in 1983 and have never looked back. Every decision we make is grounded in one question: What will serve our clients best?
A Legacy of Results, Recognition, and Integrity
Our narrow focus has allowed us to become one of New York’s preeminent injury law firms. We’ve secured record-setting recoveries, including one of the largest personal injury verdicts in New York state history – $47.7 million for a client permanently disabled by a defective product.
The trust we’ve earned is reflected not only in the lives we've helped rebuild - but also in how the legal profession recognizes our work:
- Top Tier Rankings from U.S. News & World Report – Best Law Firms every year from 2010 through 2023
- National recognition in Newsweek and TIME Magazine
- Featured in the Martindale Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Law Firms
Our attorneys have also been individually honored by prestigious peer-review organizations:
More Than an Office
We practice law at the Historic Fairfield Estate in Syracuse, New York – a symbol of resilience, dignity, and healing. Built in the 19th century and once a stop on the Underground Railroad, this landmark has welcomed guests like President Theodore Roosevelt and now serves as a refuge for those navigating one of life’s hardest chapters.
From its handcrafted Stickley woodwork to its long-standing legacy of justice, the Fairfield Estate isn’t just our headquarters. It’s our promise: that your case will be handled with care, honor, and history behind it.
“At Bottar Law, we believe your recovery should begin in an environment that inspires strength.”
What Sets Us Apart
100% Plaintiff-Focused
We don’t defend the negligent or split our loyalties. Every attorney at Bottar Law fights for victims and their families – and only them.
Contingency-Only Representation
We only get paid if you win. That means we’re invested – financially, emotionally, and professionally – in getting it right.
Expert-Driven Case Building
We work daily with top-tier medical, scientific, and forensic experts to uncover the truth and prove your case with precision.
Straight Talk and Steady Guidance
No legalese. No pressure. Just clear answers, open communication, and a team that listens.
Nationally Recognized – Locally Rooted
Though honored on the national stage, our hearts remain firmly in Central New York. We live here. We give here. We serve here.
Giving Back to the Community
Civic responsibility is a cornerstone of our practice – not a marketing strategy. Unlike firms that spend millions to become household names through TV jingles, oversized billboards, and flashy ads, we invest where it counts: in people.
Every year, Bottar Law contributes to more than a dozen local organizations that support children, families, health, and justice across Syracuse and beyond. This includes:
- ARISE
- David’s Refuge
- Vera House
- Onondaga Historical Association
- McMahon/Ryan Child Advocacy Center
- National MS Society – CNY Chapter
- American Cancer Society
- Food Bank of CNY
- Crouse Hospital Auxiliary
- Christian Brothers Academy
- Syracuse University
- Hiscock Legal Aid Society
- Contact Community Services
To us, justice doesn’t end at the courthouse – it continues in classrooms, shelters, and community centers throughout Central New York.
You’re a Human Being
When you’ve been hurt, ignored, or betrayed by a system that should have protected you, the legal process can feel overwhelming. That’s why we make it simple:
Free Consultation
Tell us what happened. We’ll listen.
Case Review & Plan
We’ll investigate and explain your options clearly.
We Fight for You
You focus on healing. We’ll handle the rest.
Let’s Begin Your Recovery
You don’t have to fight alone. From your first call to your final outcome, Bottar Law is here to guide, protect, and pursue justice with heart. Because we don’t just fight for compensation.
We fight for your peace of mind.