Jill Allen
Partner
Buffalo
Practice Areas
Insurance Defense
Personal Injury
about me
credentials & achievements
professional Focus
affiliations
significant matters
media
insights
About Me
Jill Allen is a litigation partner with a dynamic practice representing both plaintiffs and defendants in civil matters involving insurance defense and personal injury. Drawing on experience from both sides of the docket, she brings a balanced, strategic perspective to every case – anticipating opposing arguments, identifying opportunities early, and positioning clients for the best possible outcomes.
Jill approaches the practice of law with a focus on practicality and results. She understands that for some clients, litigation can be deeply personal and overwhelming and for others, it is a matter of managing risk and controlling costs. She tailors her approach, accordingly, providing clear guidance, proactive communication, and efficient case handling. Throughout her career, Jill has successfully handled cases from initial investigation through trial and has achieved favorable outcomes through motion practice, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution. She is particularly valued for her ability to evaluate cases early, develop practical litigation strategies, and adapt quickly as matters evolve. She has been an Upstate New York Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, from 2023-2025, and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, 2026.
Outside the office, Jill enjoys spending time with her husband, Scott, and son, JD. She is also a certified Baptiste Yoga Instructor and Lagree Instructor. She values maintaining a strong work-life balance and brings that same grounded, thoughtful perspective to her work with clients and colleagues.
Credentials & Achievements
Education:
University at Buffalo School of Law, J.D.
Trinity College, B.A.
Admissions:
New York
United States District Court for the Western District of New York
Achievements:
Upstate New York Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2023-2026
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, 2026, 2027
Professional Focus
Capabilities:
- Representation of individuals in personal injury matters, including serious and catastrophic injury claims.
- Motor vehicle accident litigation, including automobile, trucking, and commercial vehicle cases.
- Premises liability claims involving slip-and-fall incidents, negligent security, and property-related injuries.
- Construction site accident and Labor Law litigation.
- Defense of bodily injury and personal injury claims on behalf of insurance carriers and insured clients.
- Insurance cover analysis and dispute resolution.
- Early case assessment and exposure evaluation for insurers and corporate clients.
- Development of cost-effective litigation and resolution strategies aligned with client objectives.
- Drafting and arguing dispositive motions, including summary judgment motions.
- Management of all phases of discovery, including depositions, expert retention, and document review.
- Mediation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution advocacy.
- Trial preparation and courtroom representation in state and federal courts.
- Counseling clients on risk management and claims handling best practices.
- Coordination with claims professionals, adjusters, and in-house counsel throughout the litigation process.
Industries Served:
- Insurance
Affiliations
- New York State Bar Association
- New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Significant Matters
- Represented insurance carriers and insured entities in high-exposure personal injury and construction accident cases, managing all phases of litigation through resolution
- Defended complex New York Labor Law matters involving multiple parties, successfully navigating risk transfer and minimizing client exposure
- Secured significant victories on summary judgment and successfully defended outcomes on appeal, including before the Appellate Division, Fourth Department
- Took over personal injury cases from prior counsel and achieved substantially higher settlements than previously recommended, through strategize case development, targeted discovery, and effective negotiation
- Advised clients on indemnity provisions to strengthen defenses and improve litigation outcomes
- Handed cases involving serious bodily injury claims arising from construction accidents, premises liability, and motor vehicle accidents
Media
Rupp Pfalzgraf Represents Better Parks Buffalo in Land Sale to Solar Developer
Rupp Pfalzgraf’s Independent Investigation for Buffalo Public Schools Covered by Local News Outlets
Heightened Medspa Enforcement in New York: What Operators Must Do Now to Stay Compliant
What is the Difference Between a Legal Separation and a Divorce in New York State?
Benjamin Burge Discusses Sudden Business Closures in Buffalo Business First
How Our IP Litigation Team Turned a $150,000 Copyright Exposure into a $500 Walk-Away for an Online Platform
California’s Expanding AI Laws: What Businesses Need to Know
Can Surrogates Receive Financial Compensation in New York State?
Rupp Pfalzgraf Launches AI Law, Compliance & Emerging Technology Practice
Co-Parenting Tips for the Holiday Season
Insights
Rupp Pfalzgraf Represents Better Parks Buffalo in Land Sale to Solar Developer
Rupp Pfalzgraf Represents Better Parks Buffalo in Land Sale to Solar Developer July 7, 2026 Home / Rupp Pfalzgraf partners Benjamin Burge and Horace Gioia represented Better Parks Buffalo, Inc. in the sale of its South Buffalo land to Source Renewables, LLC, a...
Rupp Pfalzgraf’s Independent Investigation for Buffalo Public Schools Covered by Local News Outlets
Rupp Pfalzgraf’s Independent Investigation for Buffalo Public Schools Covered by Local News Outlets July 7, 2026 Home / Rupp Pfalzgraf was featured in recent articles by WKBW News 7, The Buffalo News, and Buffalo Toronto Public Media covering the independent...
Heightened Medspa Enforcement in New York: What Operators Must Do Now to Stay Compliant
Heightened Medspa Enforcement in New York: What Operators Must Do Now to Stay Compliant July 7, 2026 Home / By Rachel Wright New York regulators are increasing scrutiny of medspa operations, with a particular focus on ownership, control, and management structures that...
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Benjamin Burge Discusses Sudden Business Closures in Buffalo Business First
Benjamin Burge Discusses Sudden Business Closures in Buffalo Business First July 7, 2026 Home / Rupp Pfalzgraf partner Benjamin Burge was featured in a recent Buffalo Business First article discussing the legal issues that can arise when a business abruptly closes,...
How Our IP Litigation Team Turned a $150,000 Copyright Exposure into a $500 Walk-Away for an Online Platform
How Our IP Litigation Team Turned a $150,000 Copyright Exposure into a $500 Walk-Away for an Online Platform July 7, 2026 Home / By Taylor Kent and James Graber Our client, Spareroom Inc., runs a flatshare/roommate platform: people create their own listings and upload...
California’s Expanding AI Laws: What Businesses Need to Know
California’s Expanding AI Laws: What Businesses Need to Know July 7, 2026 Home / By Amedeo Zmarandoiu California has quickly become one of the most active jurisdictions in the U.S. for regulating artificial intelligence (AI). With several new AI-focused laws and...
Can Surrogates Receive Financial Compensation in New York State?
Can Surrogates Receive Financial Compensation in New York State? July 7, 2026 Home / By Keli Iles-Hernandez For many families, surrogacy provides a path to parenthood that might otherwise be out of reach. Whether due to medical complications, infertility, or other...
Rupp Pfalzgraf Launches AI Law, Compliance & Emerging Technology Practice
Rupp Pfalzgraf Launches AI Law, Compliance & Emerging Technology Practice July 7, 2026 Home / The rise of artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how businesses operate, creating both new opportunities and uncertainties. Organizations across industries are eager...
Co-Parenting Tips for the Holiday Season
Co-Parenting Tips for the Holiday Season July 7, 2026 Home / The holiday season can be one of the most challenging times for divorced or separated parents. This time of year emphasizes family togetherness and tradition, which can heighten emotions and create tension...









