Mr. Velez joined Oresky & Associates, PLLC, following a successful career as a distinguished trial lawyer and associate attorney at personal injury law firms in New York City and across the state. His exceptional work ethic and long-standing mission to pursue justice for individuals — regardless of age or socioeconomic status — have brought peace of mind to hundreds of injury victims, both through settlement negotiations and courtroom victories.

Meet Raul Velez

Raul has extensive experience assisting clients in civil litigation matters involving traumatic brain injury, construction accidents, wrongful death, slip and falls, motor vehicle accidents, and medical malpractice. His unwavering dedication to fierce, personalized legal representation makes him a valuable ally in the pursuit of full and fair compensation for clients from all walks of life. 

A 2018 graduate of the Syracuse University College of Law, Raul is the recipient of numerous awards and recognition for his work, including listings among the Top 100 Verdicts in New York State and the Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers. In addition to his work at Oresky & Associates, PLLC, he serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Syracuse College of Law.

  • J.D., Syracuse University College of Law (2018)
  • B.A., California State University, Northridge (2015)
  • New York State
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • Personal injury
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Motor vehicle accidents
  • Slip, trip, and fall
  • Top 100 Verdict in New York State (2024)
  • Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers (2024 and 2025)
  • Young Alumni Award, Syracuse University College of Law (2023)
  • CALI Excellence Award, Trial Practice (2018)
  • American Association for Justice, Regional Champion (2017 and 2018)
  • New York Academy of Trial Lawyers
  • Hudson Valley Hispanic Bar Association
  • American Academy of Justice
  • English
  • Spanish