The Story Behind The Law Office of Jesse D. Capell, PLLC

The Law Office of Jesse D. Capell, PLLC blends trial-tested experience with personal, one-on-one advocacy for injured individuals, families, and businesses across New York City.

How Our NYC Law Firm Took Shape

From the beginning, this firm was built to give people real courtroom-strength representation without losing the personal attention that often gets lost at larger practices. After seeing how overwhelming injuries, lawsuits, and insurance battles can be, our founding attorney set out to create a practice that treats every case like it matters — because it does. Over time, the firm’s work has grown to include serious personal injury, nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, and civil or commercial disputes across New York City. Today, we continue to approach each matter with the same mindset: thorough preparation, honest guidance, and a steady focus on what is best for the client.

Our mission is to protect our clients’ rights with integrity, preparation, and compassion while guiding them through some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

The Values That Guide Our Representation

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Integrity

We give clear, straightforward advice so you always understand your options and the risks involved. Integrity means recommending the path that serves your long-term interests, not the one that simply ends the case faster.

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Preparation

Strong results start with careful preparation, from investigating the facts to anticipating how a judge or jury might see your case. We approach negotiations and trial work with the same level of detail so we are ready for whatever comes next.

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Communication

Legal issues are stressful, so we make sure you never feel in the dark about your own case. We explain the process in plain English, answer questions directly, and keep you updated as your matter moves forward.

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Compassion

Behind every file is a person or family dealing with real loss, disruption, or uncertainty. We listen first, respect your time and circumstances, and tailor our strategy to what you need to feel supported as well as represented.

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Commitment

Our firm is deeply connected to the wider New York City community we serve. We see our work as part of a larger commitment to fairness, accountability, and safer conditions for everyone.

Jesse D Capell

Education

Cardozo School of Law
  • 2002 - 2005
Cornell University
  • Bachelor of Science - BS (Public Policy Analysis)
  • 1998 - 2002

Jesse D. Capell, Esq.

Founder & Principal Attorney
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Jesse Capell is a seasoned New York trial lawyer and the founder of The Law Office of Jesse D. Capell, PLLC, a boutique litigation firm dedicated to representing victims of medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, wrongful death, and serious personal injury. After more than a decade litigating complex civil cases, Jesse launched his own firm to provide a level of attention, accountability, and client engagement that large firms often cannot match.


Drawing on extensive experience with high-stakes medical cases, Jesse handles matters involving failures to diagnose life-threatening conditions, emergency-department negligence, surgical errors, sepsis and appendicitis mismanagement, radiological misreads, pressure-ulcer development and progression, and systemic nursing home failures under New York Public Health Law § 2801-d. He has also built a strong track record in catastrophic wrongful-death actions, Child Victims Act litigation, and complex multi-party healthcare disputes.


Jesse is known for his ability to combine deep medical knowledge with rigorous legal strategy. He works closely with nationally respected medical experts, develops meticulous discovery and deposition plans, prepares comprehensive motions rooted in both medicine and law, and brings an unwavering commitment to telling his clients’ stories with clarity and empathy. His approach has earned meaningful results for families whose lives have been upended by preventable medical harm.


As a solo practitioner, Jesse manages every file personally — from intake through resolution — ensuring clients have direct access to their attorney, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy at every stage. He is widely regarded for his strategic thinking, strong writing, and relentless pursuit of justice on behalf of injured patients and their families.


When not litigating, Jesse is a devoted father, an engaged member of the New York legal community, and an active mentor to young lawyers and law students. His practice continues to grow through referrals from former clients, co-counsel, and defense attorneys who respect his preparation and professionalism.

Michelle Boodram

Paralegal to Jesse D. Capell, Esq. 
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Michelle Boodram is a skilled and dedicated Paralegal and Legal Assistant at the Law Office of Jesse D. Capell, PLLC, where she supports all phases of litigation. With a strong legal background and a client-first approach, Michelle helps ensure that every case is handled with precision, efficiency, and care.


For many clients, Michelle is the first point of contact with the firm. She is known for her compassionate communication, attention to detail, and ability to guide clients through the legal process during what is often a difficult and emotional time. Her professionalism and responsiveness help clients feel informed, supported, and confident in their legal representation. 

Proudly Serving New York City

Our firm is based in Manhattan and serves clients across the five boroughs of New York City. Many of our clients come to us through referrals from former clients, other attorneys, and community connections who trust our approach. Whether your matter begins in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester, or upstate New York we work to provide the same level of care and thorough representation.

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Ready to Get to Know Our Firm Better?

If you are facing a serious injury, a family member’s mistreatment in a care facility, or a complex civil dispute, we are here to listen and help you understand your options. Connect with our office to talk about your situation and how our NYC-based trial-focused firm can support you.