Firm History
The practice areas of Bendall & Mednick can most readily be divided in to three categories. The first practice area is representing people who have been injured. This covers all injuries that have been caused by the negligence of others.
The second practice area is consultation on a wide variety of litigation matters. If you are a small or large business that is looking for ways to reduce potential tort liability, set up an appointment for a consultation today.
The third practice area is the representation of entertainers and media personalities including on air talent.
Jim Bendall has been a trial attorney since he passed the New York Bar Exam in 1971. He has represented insurance companies and individuals and has learned how both sides look at any potential dispute. He has been honored as the only lawyer in Schenectady County who represents plaintiffs in "The Best Lawyers in America" for more than a decade. He has achieved the highest rating in Martindale-Hubbell, and has served on the Board of both local and state wide lawyers associations. He is a grandfather and committed advocate of the rights of the people of the community.
Kevin Mednick has also been a trial attorney since he passed the New York Bar Exam. Kevin has been a prosecutor, helping take criminals out of our neighborhoods, and he has worked as an insurance defense attorney. As an advocate for the injured, Kevin has distinguished himself by the results he has obtained for his clients. Trusted by other lawyers in the community to handle the trial of their cases, Kevin Mednick is also a father and dedicated participant in the community.
Jamie Bendall knew he would be trial attorney from the moment he entered law school. In the time that has passed since then he has defended cases for the insurance industry, and he now is committed exclusively to representing the rights of those who are unable to obtain justice any other way. Admitted to practice in three states (GA, MA, NY), he is also the host of "The Legal Edge." This consumer based law program is heard weekly on 640GST in Atlanta, the 10th largest media market in the country, on the flagship talk station for Clear Channel. Part of his practice includes representing On Air talent and others in the entertainment industry. More than a decade of professional performing provides Jamie with a perspective that is sought after by those who perform for a living.