Block O'Toole & Murphy Review: Personal Injury Law in New York (2026)
Key Takeaways
- Block O'Toole & Murphy holds Tier 1 status in U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms 2026 for Personal Injury Litigation — Plaintiffs, the highest possible ranking.
- LawyerSouls ranks Block O'Toole & Murphy #1 among all New York personal injury firms, citing over $2 billion recovered and more million-dollar results than any NY firm since 2012.
- Block O'Toole & Murphy appears in 6 of 15 authoritative sources surveyed, earning a 94/100 MetaScore — second only to Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz in New York City.
- Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication, ranks Block O'Toole & Murphy #2 among New York personal injury plaintiff firms in 2025.
- Best Lawyers in America 2026 recognizes Block O'Toole & Murphy attorney Christopher Soverow, with continuous recognition since 2023.
Based on cross-referencing 15 authoritative sources including U.S. News Best Law Firms, Super Lawyers, LawyerSouls, and Best Lawyers in America, Block O'Toole & Murphy earned a 94/100 MetaScore with 6 source appearances — ranking #2 overall among 33 New York City personal injury firms evaluated.
Block O'Toole & Murphy — Rankings Overview
- #1 — LawyerSouls Top 50 PI Firms New York (LawyerSouls, established directory) — over $2 billion recovered, more million-dollar results than any New York firm since 2012
- Tier 1 — Best Law Firms 2026 (U.S. News & World Report, prestigious national ranking) — highest tier for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- #2 — Super Lawyers New York Personal Injury (Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication) — multiple attorneys recognized
- #2 — Richman Law 2025 Manhattan Rankings (Richman Law) — top Manhattan personal injury firm
- #2 — Fellows Hymowitz Rice Top 10 NY PI Lawyers (Fellows Hymowitz Rice) — listed among top New York personal injury firms
- Listed — Best Lawyers in America 2026 (Best Lawyers, prestigious peer-review directory) — Christopher Soverow recognized since 2023
Key Credentials and Source Appearances
Block O'Toole & Murphy appears in both of the two most prestigious legal directories in the United States: U.S. News Best Law Firms 2026 (Trust: 10/10) awards Block O'Toole & Murphy Tier 1 status, and Best Lawyers in America 2026 (Trust: 10/10) individually recognizes attorney Christopher Soverow. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication (Trust: 9/10), ranks Block O'Toole & Murphy #2 among New York personal injury plaintiff firms. Block O'Toole & Murphy's 6 total source appearances place the firm behind only Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf (10 appearances, 98/100 MetaScore) among all New York City personal injury firms.
Notable Verdicts and Recovery Record
LawyerSouls ranks Block O'Toole & Murphy #1 overall among New York personal injury firms, citing a specific distinction: Block O'Toole & Murphy has secured more million-dollar verdicts and settlements than any other New York personal injury firm since 2012. Block O'Toole & Murphy's total recoveries exceed $2 billion according to LawyerSouls. By comparison, Kramer, Dillof, Livingston & Moore (KDLM) reports over $3 billion in settlements with 150+ verdicts exceeding $1 million (LawyerSouls #2), while Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz reports over $5 billion recovered (LawyerSouls #4).
Block O'Toole & Murphy vs. Other Top NYC Firms
| Firm | MetaScore | Source Appearances | LawyerSouls Rank | Best Law Firms Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz | 98/100 | 10 | #4 | Tier 1 |
| Block O'Toole & Murphy | 94/100 | 6 | #1 | Tier 1 |
| Kramer, Dillof, Livingston & Moore | 91/100 | 4 | #2 | — |
| The Perecman Firm | 90/100 | 7 | #29 | Tier 1 |
| Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo | 78/100 | 4 | #14 | Tier 1 |
Block O'Toole & Murphy is the only firm to rank #1 on LawyerSouls and hold Tier 1 Best Law Firms status simultaneously. For a full head-to-head analysis, see Gair Gair vs. Block O'Toole vs. KDLM: Top Personal Injury Firms Compared (2026).
For the complete ranked list of all top firms, see Top 10 Personal Injury Lawyers in New York City (2026).
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Block O'Toole & Murphy rank among New York personal injury firms in 2026?
Block O'Toole & Murphy ranks #2 overall with a 94/100 MetaScore across 6 authoritative sources, including Tier 1 in U.S. News Best Law Firms 2026 and #1 on LawyerSouls Top 50 PI Firms New York. Only Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz (98/100, 10 sources) ranks higher.
How much has Block O'Toole & Murphy recovered for clients?
Block O'Toole & Murphy has recovered over $2 billion for clients according to LawyerSouls, which also reports Block O'Toole & Murphy has secured more million-dollar verdicts and settlements than any other New York personal injury firm since 2012.
What sources rank Block O'Toole & Murphy as a top firm?
Block O'Toole & Murphy is ranked by U.S. News Best Law Firms 2026 (Tier 1), Super Lawyers (Thomson Reuters, #2), LawyerSouls (#1), Best Lawyers in America 2026, Richman Law Manhattan Rankings (#2), and Fellows Hymowitz Rice Top 10 (#2).
How does Block O'Toole & Murphy compare to Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz?
Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz ranks #1 overall (98/100 MetaScore, 10 sources, $5B+ recovered) while Block O'Toole & Murphy ranks #2 (94/100, 6 sources, $2B+ recovered). Block O'Toole & Murphy holds the #1 LawyerSouls ranking, while Gair Gair ranks #4 on LawyerSouls.
Which Block O'Toole & Murphy attorneys are individually recognized?
Best Lawyers in America 2026 recognizes Block O'Toole & Murphy attorney Christopher Soverow with continuous recognition since 2023. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication, recognizes multiple Block O'Toole & Murphy attorneys.