A Brooklyn jury awarded Mr. Vargas $17.5 million for the City of New York’s violation of his civil rights for failing to provide him medical care while in custody. The jury found that the police officers involved failed to provide the necessary medical treatment and awarded $17.5 million to Mr. Vargas.
Steven Hoffman started working at Harris Keenan & Goldfarb in October 2021. He decided he wanted to go into law around the year 1980. He earned his undergraduate degree from Queens College in 1976 and graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in 1985.
Mr. Hoffman is interested in helping people injured by the negligence of others. His biggest professional success is his continuous steady climb and recognition of his abilities by his peers and partners. He is proud of the heartfelt gratitude he receives from his clients when he obtains successful case results.
In his personal life, Mr. Hoffman enjoys reading, playing tennis, and watching sports. He also sings in Cabaret Shows and acts in community theater.
Education
- University of Miami School of Law, J.D., 1985
- Queens College, B.A., 1976
Admitted
- 1987, New York State
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, 1991
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, 1991
- Supreme Court of the United States of America, 1995
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