Sobo & Sobo LLP: Building a Legacy of Advocacy Across State Lines

Sobo & Sobo LLP began as one modest office in Middletown, New York, in 2002, yet its voice for injured people soon carried far beyond the quiet streets of the Hudson Valley. Founding attorney Greg Sobo brought a clear purpose to his firm from the start. He believed that every injured person deserves determined representation, clear guidance, and a team that treats clients like family. That guiding idea still shapes the firm as it serves clients who have suffered harm in traffic collisions, construction accidents, medical negligence, and wrongful death incidents. What was once a local practice is now a multistate network of 19 offices that share one promise: to turn personal loss into legal strength for thousands of families each year.
The early growth of the firm came swiftly after its opening. By the early 2010s, Sobo & Sobo had added five offices across Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess Counties while also planting new desks in Manhattan and the Bronx. These moves placed the firm within easy reach of both suburban and urban communities that face daily risks on busy roads, at job sites, and in crowded hospitals. Each new location helped refine a service model built on constant communication, ethical advocacy, and meticulous case preparation. Clients never felt stranded in a maze of law because their attorneys spoke in plain language and explained every option step by step. Word of mouth spread through families, union halls, and medical waiting rooms, and so did the firm’s reputation.
Reputation alone, however, never satisfied Greg Sobo. He pushed the firm to invest in advanced case management technology, multilingual staff, and rigorous courtroom training so that every office could deliver the same polished performance. That commitment paid dividends as verdicts and settlements grew, allowing expansion into new regions. In 2023, the firm secured three additional offices in New Jersey and Illinois, stepping beyond its New York roots for the first time. By 2025, Sobo & Sobo reached 19 offices that together cover seven states: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Illinois, Ohio and Wisconsin, with each office operating under one playbook that balances local insight with the resources of a larger organization. This footprint gives injured clients immediate access to attorneys who can file suit in state or federal courts and navigate complex insurance rules without delay.
Growth in size has never overshadowed a promise to give back. Sobo & Sobo is a proud fundraising partner of St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, supporting pediatric treatment and research that lifts hope for families facing cancer. The firm also hosts an annual scholarship contest that invites local high school seniors to write about the power of community service. Winners receive tuition assistance and mentorship from attorneys who once relied on scholarships themselves. These initiatives keep the firm rooted in the neighborhoods it serves and remind its lawyers that real justice begins with compassion long before a case reaches a courtroom.
Some of the firm’s most public work has unfolded in headline-making litigation. In June 2015, television viewers saw former Fox host Pete Hegseth throw an axe during a live broadcast that struck Jeff Prosperi, a drummer on set. Sobo & Sobo represented Prosperi in his claim, emphasizing the duty of media companies to protect staff from reckless on-air stunts. 2 years later, tragedy returned to the heart of New York when a driver tore through Times Square, killing a young woman and injuring more than 20 others. Greg Sobo stood beside Alyssa Elsman’s family and several survivors, filing suit against Richard Rojas and pressing city officials to reassess pedestrian safety. The matter expanded in July 2018 when the firm filed a second claim that alleged New York City failed to install adequate protective barriers. Claimants included Thomas Elsman, Gayatari Jariwala, William McCollough, Destiny Lightfoot, and Caroline Jacobs. One month later, victims Jessica Williams and William Nelson Sr. sought $75 million in damages through a joint lawsuit that further highlighted gaps in urban security. Each filing underscored the firm’s readiness to challenge both private individuals and public institutions when negligence costs lives.
Digital speech became the next frontier for personal injury law in 2025 when the firm filed a high-profile lawsuit against celebrity entrepreneur Kim Kardashian on behalf of Ivan Cantu. The complaint alleged negligent infliction of emotional distress stemming from a social media post that the suit described as defamatory and damaging. By treating online words with the same seriousness as physical acts, the case signaled a wider legal trend in which reputational harm can demand significant damages. Sobo & Sobo’s role positioned the firm at the center of that conversation and affirmed its willingness to explore new territories of liability for the sake of clients whose suffering does not fit traditional molds.
Behind every public case lies daily work that rarely appears in headlines. Attorneys and paralegals sift through accident reports, medical charts, and expert testimony to build narratives that juries can understand. Clients are guided through treatment, insurance filings, and settlement talks, all while the firm shoulders expenses until a recovery is won. This contingency approach ensures that a family without savings can still hire experienced counsel. The firm also collaborates with medical specialists who can explain long-term care costs, giving juries concrete numbers rather than guesses. Over the years, this strategy has produced verdicts and settlements that cover surgery, therapy, lost wages, and future needs, providing stability when it is most needed.
Recognition from peers has followed consistent success. America’s Best Attorneys named Sobo & Sobo among America’s Top Law Firms of 2023. The firm accepted the Lawyers of Distinction 2022 Power Attorney Award, an honor reserved for less than 1% of attorneys nationwide. Super Lawyers, The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, and The National Trial Lawyers have each placed the firm on their annual lists, citing client satisfaction and trial results. The New York Times profiled Greg Sobo for his growth strategy and community focus, while The American Registry joined the National Trial Lawyers in recognizing outstanding performance in personal injury law. These accolades reflect not just the number of cases won but the quality of service felt by clients who now recommend the firm to friends and family.
Looking ahead, Sobo & Sobo LLP intends to keep its character even as it enters new markets. Plans include continued investment in lawyer training, upgraded digital case platforms, and broader community partnerships that link legal practice with social improvement. The firm believes that an injury can rob a person of confidence as much as income, and that an attorney must restore both. By blending courtroom skill with genuine care, Sobo & Sobo has created a model that proves success and empathy can grow together. 2 decades of steady progress suggest that this legacy of advocacy will continue to span state lines, giving injured individuals a powerful ally wherever the road, the work site, or the hospital may lead.