Henry Z. Shaub

Over the past four decades, Henry has earned a reputation as a preeminent trial lawyer in the area of complex medical malpractice. He is known throughout the legal and medical communities for having obtained landmark defense verdicts in significant and challenging cases. 

Henry takes pride in combining a thorough understanding of science with empathy for all parties involved. This approach — coupled with an unparalleled track record of success — makes him sought-out for high-profile matters involving nearly every field of medicine. Working within one of the most active trial dockets in the region, Henry has battle-tested skills in case assessment, risk management, negotiation and trial strategy.

His client relationships extend beyond the courtroom; Henry frequently serves as an advisor to insurers, healthcare institutions and individual practitioners, helping them assess potential areas of exposure and develop practical strategies for risk management. 

A cofounder of the firm, Henry is passionate about developing the next generation of firm leaders and trial lawyers. He devotes a significant amount of time to mentoring partners and associates on litigation tactics, trial preparation and practice development. Along with his fellow named partners, he is committed to fostering a culture of respect, a standard of excellence, and a spirit of collegiality (along with occasional levity).

Active in the legal community, he is a member of the New York State Bar Association, the New York Trial Lawyers Association, the New York State Medical Bar Association, the Nassau County Bar Association and the Nassau Suffolk Trial Lawyers Association. Henry has been recognized by his peers throughout the major industry accolades: He has been recognized by Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers^®, New York Metro from 2009 – 2022; earned an AV Preeminent^® rating by Martindale Hubbell; and has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America^®: Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants from 2011 – 2024.

Honors & Recognitions

Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers^®

• New York Metro: 2009 – 2023

The Best Lawyers in America^®

• Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, 2011 – 2024
• “Lawyer of the Year,” Long Island, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, 2021

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent^®

Top Attorneys in the New York Metro Area, 2020, 2019, 2015, 2014, 2009

America's Most Honored Professionals, 2014-2017

• Top 1 percent in 2014 and 2015
• Top 10 percent in 2016

New York's Top Attorneys, 2013

Top Attorneys in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, 2010, 2009

Community & Professional

New York State Bar Association

New York Trial Lawyers Association

New York State Medical Bar Association

Nassau County Bar Association

Nassau Suffolk Trial Lawyers Association

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