Meridale Personal Injury Lawyers

Brian Valdivia, Esq. is a licensed attorney who lives in Oyster Bay, New York. He has offices in both Midtown Manhattan and Oyster Bay. Brian focuses his practice on motor vehicle collisions, premises liability, trip/slip and fall accidents, wrongful death, wrongful arrests, and various other types of negligence actions.

Before becoming an attorney, Brian worked as a police officer and a member of a SWAT team. It was there that he learned to be disciplined and straight forward. Brian will not be outworked or outfought when it comes to litigating your case.

Brian is a strong litigation and trial attorney with multi-millions...

Mr. Munawar graduated from Hofstra Law School and is admitted to practice law in New York State. He has been admitted to practice in the Federal Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York State. An outstanding advocate, Mr. Munawar served as an administrative law judge of The Human Rights Commission of Nassau County.

Mr. Munawar is a member of National Trial Lawyers Association, New York State Trial Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and New York City Bar Association.

A strong believer in giving back to the community, Mr. Munawar has been honored with a...

I have been practicing law in New York for approximately 25 years and specialize in trust and estates, an area which includes proceedings to probate a will, administration (when the the decedent had no will)and accounting proceedings brought by an executor or a trustee and other types of cases that are commenced in the New York State Surrogate's Court. I also practice divorce, personal injury and real estate law.

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense; Immigration law, Family law and Personal Injuries.

Bar Admission: 2005, New York; 2014 U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York;

Law School: University of Cincinnati College of Law, Juris Doctorate 2004

Colleges: John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY Graduate Center)
Degrees: Geo-Strategic Politics; American Law and Government; Finance Investment Banking.

Professional Memberships: American Bar Association, American Association of Justice, American Society of International Lawyers, American Immigration Lawyers Association, Kings County Criminal Bar Association.

Biography:
• Prosecutor: Deputy Bureau Chief, Assistant District Attorney, Senior Trial Attorney for Kings County District Attorney’s Office 2005-2016.

• Adjunct Professor at:
• John Jay College...

Albert Aquila is a top medical malpractice lawyer who has won millions of dollars on behalf of his clients since he joined Sullivan Papain Block McGrath & Cannavo as an associate in 1994.

He became a member of the firm 2002, and because of his hard work and successful results, was asked by his fellow members to lead one of the firm’s medical malpractice departments. Mr. Aquila is a proven litigation expert with a keen ability to prepare and try medical malpractice cases in all areas of medicine. His work extends to the product liability arena as well when the cases...

Born and raised in New York City, Tom Tormey has been trying cases in the New York and Federal Courts for over thirty-nine years. After graduating from St. John’s University Law School, he began his career in 1978 as an Assistant District Attorney in the Office of the Manhattan District Attorney, Robert M. Morgenthau. Under Mr. Morgenthau, Mr. Tormey started out as an ADA in a Trial Bureau. Eventually he worked his way up to become the Bureau Chief of the elite Special Investigations Bureau under the Special Narcotics Prosecutor for the City of New York, the now United...

John Naizby was raised in a small dairy town in upstate New York. He grew up with his sister, mother, maternal grandparents, and great grandmother; he lost his father at the age of three. John knew from an early age that he wanted to be involved in helping people; ultimately that is what led him to the law.

John started his career as a public defender, and eventually became an insurance defense attorney. For over 20 years now though, John has exclusively represented people (not Insurance companies). A graduate and senior instructor at the Trial Lawyers College, John was...

The Irwin Law Firm, P.L.L.C. We’re smart. We’re experienced. We’re ready. With years of experience, our firm works hard to get the best results for our clients in a personalized and strategic manner. As a boutique law firm, we are able to adapt to our clients’ unique cases and injuries. We have successfully handled all types of injury cases, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, slip or trip and fall, wrongful death, medical malpractice, construction, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. We have the knowledge and experience to confidently and aggressively pursue our clients’ cases and achieve the best results. We pride ourselves on...

An experienced litigation attorney with extensive experience in matrimonial, commercial and personal injury litigation. Integrated a transactional component to the firm with a central focus on complex stock/asset purchases, mergers & aquisitions and affluent foreign investor and intra-company transfer immigration matters.

I focus my practice on labor and employment, start up companies, Intellectual property, entertainment matters, shareholder disputes, business disputes, criminal defense, real estate and contract claims.

Steven Schiesel, a founding partner of Pecoraro & Schiesel, was born in New York City in 1960. He received a B.A., cum laude, from Columbia University in New York, a J.D. from Fordham Law School,and an LL.M. in Trial Advocacy from Temple Law School. While a student at Columbia University, he was elected to the Psi Chi National Honor Society and was regularly on the Dean's List. Steven is admitted to the bar in New York and Connecticut. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Southern...

Paul Koenigsberg, a distinguished legal professional, boasts an impressive academic and professional background. He earned his Juris Doctor from Columbia University School of Law in 1982, following his Magna Cum Laude graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Accounting from the City University of New York in 1979. Paul's legal acumen is recognized across various prestigious courts, including all New York State Courts, the United States District Courts for both the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the U.S. Supreme Court. His dedication to the field of law is further reflected in his active memberships with the...

Mr. Miller graduated from Syracuse University College of Law in 1994 and was admitted to practice in the State of New York in 1995. Mr. Miller spent seven years as an associate attorney cultivating his skills as an advocate for injured and disabled workers. In 2001 he continued his legal career as a solo practitioner, again focusing on protecting the rights of injured and disabled workers. In 2003, Mr. Miller and Mr. Caggiano joined their disability firms to establish the law firm of Miller & Caggiano, LLP. Mr. Miller has had an opportunity to represent thousands of injured workers throughout the...

For more than 35 years, Steven Schwartzapfel, the founding member of Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C., has been one of New York’s most prominent personal injury attorneys. Steve represents clients in all types of personal injury cases. His experience, skill and dedication have enabled Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C. to recover hundreds of millions of dollars for their clients. A Passion for Justice Schwartzapfel Lawyers treats clients like family. Steve’s passion for helping those in need stems from his childhood. His father suffers from multiple sclerosis and Steve experienced firsthand the devastating impact it has on the individual as well as the entire family. ...

The complexities of family law are great and require a high level of experience, compassion, and real life understanding of what it means for a family to go through a painful legal process. As Long Island family attorneys, we have handled many family law cases and have helped individuals and families reach legal agreements that are fair and appropriate. From financial matters regarding prenuptial agreements and alimony to the painful areas of child abuse, and domestic violence, if they are in need of a family or divorce attorney Long Island families are encouraged to consult with us for advice and...

Undergraduate degree from SUNY at Stony Brook 1994 Law degree from Hofstra University 1997

Gil Serrano is an accomplished attorney specializing in personal injury law, of counsel to Koenigsberg & Associates, Brooklyn, New York. He began his academic journey at Fordham University, where he earned his undergraduate degree in 1994. His passion for law led him to Hofstra University, where he graduated with his Juris Doctor in 1998. Following Law School, Gil embarked on his legal career at a prestigious defense law firm that operates throughout the Northeast, where he honed his skills in a broad range of legal disciplines. Over time, he discovered a deep commitment to advocating for individuals who have suffered personal...

I have been representing injured people and their families for over thirty years. In that time, I have counseled many thousands of people injured in car accidents, falls, construction accidents and by medical malpractice and defective and dangerous consumer products. In every single interaction with an injured person or their loved one, I remain mindful that the accident was a life changing event. I try to understand how the accident affected that person in ways unique to their circumstances. I focus on the fact that the survivors of an injury have placed their confidence and trust in me, to help...

Kimberly attended the University of Michigan where she received her BA. She attended Fordham Law School where she received her JD in 1998. She began her career working at a large firm in New York City, Brown & Wood, LLP. Kimberly joined the Nassau County District Attorney's Office in 2002 where she tried numerous cases to verdict. In May, 2005, Kimberly joined her father Richard's practice. Kimberly handles most of the criminal matters (felonies, misdemeanors and traffic violations) and assists Richard with all other matters. Kimberly is a member of the New York State...

Haley received her Juris Doctorate from Touro Law Center in Central Islip. Haley attended SUNY Stony Brook, where she received her bachelor's degree in Political Science. She went on to obtain her Juris Doctorate from Touro Law Center in Central Islip, graduating with honors. She is currently admitted to the New York State Bar. Haley was appointed and served as an Assistant District Attorney in Nassau County. There, she assessed, investigated, and prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases. She conducted evidentiary hearings and spent innumerable hours in the courtroom. She was placed in the domestic violence unit, where she obtained specialized training...

John J. Giuffré is a trial lawyer with over thirty years’ experience and the founding lawyer of Giuffré Law Offices, P.C. Having left a Park Avenue corporate law firm, he has focused his law practice on helping individuals – people who are injured through negligence or neglect. John has successfully represented hundreds of people injured in motor vehicle accidents as well as cases involving construction site injuries, dog bites, bed sores, nursing home malpractice and medical malpractice. John is a member of the Nassau County Bar Association where he serves as a member of the Ethics Committee. He earned his...

Since 1997, Roy Gordon has dedicated his professional life to protecting the rights of individuals who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents, premises accidents, wrongful death and other serious negligence claims. His Practice is 100% devoted to plaintiff’s personal injury litigation. He has tried numerous cases to verdict and has settled many claims resulting in millions of dollars in recovery for his clients. Mr. Gordon is dedicated to ensuring that his clients are treated fairly and fully compensated. At Roy C. Gordon & Associates, each client’s case is handled with the utmost care with a focus on meeting the...

Since 2013 The Law Office of Robin V. Singh, Esq., P.C. has assisted accident victims and their families in obtaining maximum financial compensation for their injuries. Mr. Singh brings a unique skill set to the world of personal injury litigation, in that Mr. Singh is both an accomplished and experienced insurance defense attorney, as well as being a successful plaintiff’s attorney. Mr. Singh was also a police officer in Dallas, Texas.

Ira Cooper graduated from Hofstra Law School and was admitted to the New York Bar in 1975. In addition to his 40 years practicing as an attorney in New York, Mr. Cooper has distinguished himself as a leader in Landlord & Tenant Litigation having formerly acted as the President of the Housing Court Bar Association. Mr. Cooper has also been a Lecturer at the New School for Social Research; a Member of the Civil Court Committee of the New York City Bar Association; a Member of the Landlord/Tenant Committee of the New York State Bar Association; and a Lecturer...

Kevin Cowie is a seasoned litigator and a dedicated advocate for injured victims. A 2006 graduate of Columbia University School of Law, he distinguished himself with superior academic performance and served as an Articles Editor for the Law Journal. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from Brooklyn College in 2001, where he was recognized as a Presidential Scholar. Mr. Cowie began his legal career representing defendants, honing his litigation and trial skills. He later transitioned to exclusively representing plaintiffs, passionately advocating for those who have been injured. His broad experience on both sides of the courtroom has given him...

Peter M. Jasen has been practicing personal injury law for over 40 years. He has obtained Millions of Dollars on behalf of his clients. He has been given the coveted AV Rating, the highest rating by the judiciary and the bar for both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards.

Hofstra University JD Former Prosecutor for Kings County DA's office Owner and Partner of Bronnberg & Henriquez PC

Prior to establishing his law practice in 1981, Steven Orlow was an Assistant District Attorney in Kings County, New York and then Counsel to the county executive of Queens County, New York. In 1980, Steven Orlow was elected to the City Council to the then existing position of "Council Member-At-Large" representing the almost two million people of Queens County in the City Council. During the latter year of his Council membership, Mr. Orlow established his law practice and, soon after establishing the practice, left the City Council to concentrate in the area of personal injury in his private practice. Steven Orlow's...

Experience After nearly a decade of public service as an Assistant District Attorney in the Erie County District Attorney’s Office, Louis C. Mussari founded a small boutique firm focused Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Insurance Defense Litigation. Mr. Mussari is a consummate professional in the courtroom and his background as a prosecutor makes him a formidable opponent. Louis has successfully litigated jury trials to verdict in the following areas: Homicide, Rape, Gun Possession, Burglary, Strangulation, and Driving While Intoxicated. Education Following graduation from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2008 (B.A. Psychology Magna Cum Laude) Mr. Mussari attended Law School...