6 Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Buffalo (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified September 2026 · 8 min read

New York's no-fault insurance rules make a personal injury claim in Buffalo more complicated than a lot of people expect, with a separate track for medical bills and a separate track for pain and suffering. The personal injury lawyers on this page have logged 2,434 Google reviews between them, and every single one carries a 4.9 rating, so the split here comes down to focus and availability, not who reviewers like better.

Short answer: Cellino Law Injury Attorneys carries the deepest review base in Buffalo at 693 reviews, tied at 4.9 with every other firm on this page. Featured Partner Towey Law is available 24/7 for free consultations and is led directly by founding attorney Brian Towey. William Mattar Buffalo Accident Lawyers has focused exclusively on motor vehicle cases for more than 35 years. Most firms here work on a no-fee-unless-you-win basis.

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#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Towey Law	4.9 ★	89	Direct attorney access, 24/7 intake	View ›
2	Cellino Law Injury Attorneys	4.9 ★	693	Most-reviewed overall	View ›
3	Richmond Vona Injury Lawyers	4.9 ★	577	Communication through a long case	View ›
4	William Mattar Buffalo Accident Lawyers	4.9 ★	556	Motor vehicle accidents only, 35+ years focused	View ›
5	The Nicotra Law Firm, PC	4.9 ★	271	Motorcycle and complex injury cases	View ›
6	Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, PLLC	4.9 ★	248	Repeat clients, workplace and injury cases	View ›

6 Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Buffalo (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

★ Featured Partner#1🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Towey Law

4.989 Google reviews

Towey Law is a Buffalo personal injury firm founded by attorney Brian Towey, a lifelong New Yorker handling car accidents, slip and falls, construction accidents, motorcycle accidents and wrongful death claims out of an office on Main Street. The firm offers free consultations around the clock and positions itself as a smaller practice built for direct, personal attention rather than high case volume.

What people praise

4.9 rating, tied with every other firm on this list
Reviewers repeatedly name Brian Towey directly, describing him as personally involved in their case
Clients cite Towey's familiarity with local doctors who treat personal injury cases
Free consultations available 24/7

Worth knowing

One negative review involves a case type the firm states it never handled, worth confirming case scope directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume89 · 53rd

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: Featured Partner. Reviewers consistently point to direct access to the founding attorney rather than being passed off to staff, and the firm's round-the-clock intake makes it easy to reach after an accident. A strong first call, especially if hands-on attention from the named attorney matters to you.

Website +1716-300-8232 Directions

403 Main St Ste 730, Buffalo, NY 14203

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Cellino Law Injury Attorneys

4.9693 Google reviews

Cellino Law Injury Attorneys operates from the historic Knox Mansion on Delaware Avenue in Buffalo, handling personal injury claims including car accidents, slip and falls, and other tort cases. The firm states it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer questions, and it has built the deepest Google review base of any personal injury lawyer in Buffalo.

What people praise

By far the largest review base on this list, at nearly 700 reviews
Round-the-clock availability for questions during an active case
No fee unless the firm wins the case
Long-established local presence in a recognizable Buffalo office

Worth knowing

Many recent reviews cover the firm's public mansion tours rather than casework directly, so ask for case-specific references

Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume693 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed name on this list and a firm with real local staying power. A safe default if you want an established firm with deep resources behind your case.

Website +1716-714-0464 Directions

800 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Richmond Vona Injury Lawyers

4.9577 Google reviews

Richmond Vona Injury Lawyers is a Buffalo personal injury firm founded in 2019 by John Richmond and Keith Vona, operating from an office on Seneca Street. The firm handles car accidents and other injury claims, and named attorneys work directly with clients through each stage of a case rather than routing everything through general staff.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 577 reviews
Clients describe named attorneys explaining every step and responding promptly to questions
One reviewer's initial concern about a settlement amount was addressed directly by a partner at the firm
Reviewers consistently mention feeling informed rather than left in the dark during a case

Worth knowing

A few reviewers note the process felt slow before the firm addressed their concerns directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume577 · 93rd

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: A newer firm with a strong review base and repeated praise for keeping clients informed through long, sometimes difficult cases. Worth a call if clear, ongoing communication is your top priority.

Website +1716-354-3336 Directions

192 Seneca St Ste 200, Buffalo, NY 14204

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

William Mattar Buffalo Accident Lawyers

4.9556 Google reviews

William Mattar Buffalo Accident Lawyers has concentrated exclusively on motor vehicle accident cases for more than 35 years, representing drivers, passengers and families injured in crashes across Erie County. The firm's Buffalo office is based in Williamsville and is accessible 24/7, and its site explains New York's layered no-fault and liability insurance process in detail for injured clients.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 556 reviews
35-plus years focused specifically on motor vehicle accident claims
Clients describe paralegals and attorneys who kept them informed at every step
Firm runs community programs including school-supply donations across Buffalo

Worth knowing

Exclusive motor vehicle focus means it isn't the right fit for other injury types

Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume556 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The motor vehicle specialist on this list, with decades of focus on exactly that kind of claim and New York's no-fault rules. A strong pick if your case is specifically a car accident.

Website +1716-444-4444 Directions

69 Delaware Ave Ste 1111, Buffalo, NY 14202

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

The Nicotra Law Firm, PC

4.9271 Google reviews

The Nicotra Law Firm, PC is a Buffalo personal injury firm led by attorney Rick Nicotra, operating from an office on Main Street. The firm handles car accidents, motorcycle accidents and other injury claims, and Nicotra is described in multiple reviews as a fellow motorcycle rider who takes on cases involving other riders personally.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 271 reviews
Reviewers describe a years-long motorcycle collision case pursued without ever losing momentum
Clients cite quick answers and zero issues working through the process
Free consultations described by clients as detailed and pressure-free

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than the largest firms on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume271 · 83rd

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A firm with a track record on tougher, longer-running cases, including motorcycle collisions clients describe as long shots. Worth a call if your case is more complex than a straightforward claim.

Website +1716-333-3000 Directions

487 Main St #500, Buffalo, NY 14203

#6🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, PLLC

4.9248 Google reviews

Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, PLLC is a Buffalo personal injury firm on Franklin Street, with named attorneys including Robert Maranto and Thomas Kotrys handling car accidents, slip and falls and other injury claims across Western New York. Several reviewers describe returning to the firm for more than one case over multiple years.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 248 reviews
Multiple reviewers describe using the firm repeatedly over several years for separate cases
Clients highlight clear, honest explanations of the process without overpromising outcomes
Named attorneys personally handle cases rather than routing them entirely to staff

Worth knowing

Smallest review base on this list, though ratings are consistent across every review

Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume248 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The firm several reviewers say they've returned to more than once, which is a real signal in personal injury work. A solid option if you want a firm that has already earned repeat trust locally.

Website +1716-333-5525 Directions

420 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the firm’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many clients have rated them, ranked against other Buffalo personal injury lawyers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from hundreds of reviewers carries more weight than the same rating from a smaller base. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Buffalo? (2026)

Personal injury lawyers in Buffalo, like most injury firms, typically work on contingency rather than billing by the hour. Several firms on this page advertise a free consultation and no fee unless the case settles or wins, with the attorney’s fee coming out of the final recovery.

Serving all of Buffalo

The firms above serve Buffalo and the surrounding Western New York area, including Amherst, Cheektowaga, Williamsville, Tonawanda and Lockport. Searching for a personal injury lawyer near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can reach the closest office directly.

What to ask before you hire a personal injury lawyer

Do you work on contingency, and what percentage of any settlement is your fee?
Who at the firm will actually handle my case day to day?
How does New York’s no-fault insurance affect a case like mine?
Have you taken cases like mine to trial, or do you typically settle?
How will you keep me updated as the case moves forward?
How long do you expect a case like mine to take?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these personal injury lawyers?

We started from personal injury firms in Buffalo with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another firm’s score or position.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (September 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do these firms charge upfront for a personal injury case?

Most personal injury firms, including several on this page, advertise a free consultation and take fees only out of a settlement or verdict. Confirm the fee structure in writing before signing.

How does New York’s no-fault rule affect a Buffalo car accident claim?

New York’s no-fault insurance pays the first portion of medical costs and lost wages regardless of who caused the crash, while a separate liability claim against the at-fault driver covers pain and suffering above that. Several firms on this page can walk you through how the two tracks interact.

The bottom line

Cellino Law has the deepest track record on this list by review volume, while Towey Law stands out for direct, round-the-clock access to the founding attorney. Whichever firm you call, get the fee structure in writing before you sign.

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