Mitch Wilcosky

Mitch Wilcosky handles complex litigation matters, with an emphasis on the defense of general, premises and construction liability claims, including those involving New York’s Labor Law, and the defense of construction defect and property damage claims. He also defends claims in the trucking/ transportation industry, representing national trucking and long-hauling companies on behalf of major insurance carriers. Mitch guides matters from inception through resolution by settlement, dispositive motion, trial or mediation/ arbitration, actively litigating cases in various Supreme Courts throughout New York State.

Mitch maintains a high level of responsiveness and gives each claim and corresponding defense a thorough analysis to identify opportunities for early resolution and cost efficiency. He exhibits the utmost professionalism in the courtroom and in dealings with his adversaries, paying close attention to detail and developing early strategies to guide the course of litigation.

Prior to joining Wilson Elser, Mitch worked at a well-known New York City general liability and construction defense firm. He also worked as Senior Counsel for the New York City Law Department, defending the City and its municipal entities in a wide variety of personal injury actions.