Chopra & Nocerino, LLP

Chopra & Nocerino, LLP is a New York-based civil rights and personal injury law firm with a strong focus on representing individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by law enforcement and government officials. The firm has built a reputation for aggressively pursuing claims of police misconduct, excessive force, false arrest, and wrongful detention on behalf of clients throughout the New York metropolitan area and beyond. Founded by attorneys Rahul Chopra and Mark Nocerino, the firm combines deep litigation experience with a genuine commitment to accountability for those who abuse positions of power.

The attorneys at Chopra & Nocerino have litigated cases in both federal and state courts, taking on the New York City Police Department, municipal agencies, and other governmental entities. Their civil rights practice addresses a wide spectrum of misconduct, including unlawful stops and searches, malicious prosecution, excessive force resulting in serious injury, and wrongful death at the hands of law enforcement. The firm is known for thorough case preparation, expert witness coordination, and a willingness to take cases to trial when fair settlements cannot be reached.

Chopra & Nocerino has recovered substantial compensation for clients harmed by government misconduct, earning recognition among plaintiff-side civil rights practitioners in the New York area. The firm approaches each case with an understanding that beyond monetary recovery, civil rights litigation serves a broader purpose of deterrence and systemic accountability. Clients consistently cite the firm's responsiveness, legal acumen, and dedication to justice as distinguishing qualities that set it apart in a competitive field.