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Carol L. Schlitt has practiced law in New York for 25 years, earning a reputation as one of the leading personal injury attorneys in New York. She is a past winner of the New York City Municipal Attorney of the Year and has her cases listed among the Top Civil Verdicts in New York. New York Super Lawyers magazine named Carol as one of the top attorneys in New York for personal injury for each of the last five years. (Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.) Thae National Lawyers Assocaiton has named her a Top 100 Trial Lawyer.
Carol began her legal career as an Assistant Corporation Counsel for the Law Department of the City of New York. Her legal acumen and trial prowess shone brightly and she was given many of the most difficult cases brought against New York City. Her outstanding work at the City Law Department earned Carol an award as the New York City Municipal Attorney of the Year. Carol went on to work as an associate for the Manhattan firm of Acito and Klein.
Carol began work as a solo attorney in 1997, serving direct clients and accepting referrals from other testament to Carol’s legal skills are so valued that attorneys throughout the New York metropolitan area retain Carol to try cases for their clients and to assist them in other legal matters.
Carol has been featured in numerous news stories. Most recently Ask Asa of CBS TV interviewed Carol for a feature on New York City taxi cases and MSNBC interviewed Carol as one of their legal experts. Carol and her legal work have also been featured in the New York Times, Newsday, the New York Post, New York One, the New York Jury Verdict Reporter and the New York Law Journal.
Carol received her undergraduate degree from Holy Cross and her law degree from St. John’s University School of served as a counsel during the petition drive for the Barack Obama Campaign on Long Island. She has done pro bono work through local charitable organizations and served as a moot court judge for law students. Carol is active in the New York State Trial Lawyers Association and is a member of their Women’s Caucus.
Carol is admitted in the State of New York and the Eastern and Southern Districts of Federal District Court.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
30%
39 years
Car Accident
25%
39 years
Slip and Fall Accident
25%
39 years
Medical Malpractice
20%
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
10%-33%
Pro bono
10 %
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Licensed in New York for 38 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1987
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017
Location
The Schlitt Law Firm
79 Wall Street, Huntington, NY, 11743
The Schlitt Law Firm
1 Fordham Plaza, Bronx, NY, 10458
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Carol Lynn Schlitt's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
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Family
Carol is for real, during the phone consultation she offered positive suggestions and ideas that would be helpful in my legal situation. Carol is a good listener and I would recommend her firm to my family, friends, and neighbors to contact Carol Lynn Schlitt as the attorney to handle their legal ca...
Posted by Joyce | July 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Slip and Fall
I experienced a slip and fall injury and obtained Carol and her team for legal assistance. Carol's team definitely came through. Now I can see why there are so many great reviews of her service. I highly recommend this law firm.
Posted by Nancy | May 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thoughtful, Compassionate, Intelligent & Professional
5 STARS +++++++ I do not often take the time to comment or write reviews, however, must share that I was beyond thrilled to work with Carol Schlitt and Mark Cronin through the Schlitt Law Firm. Through a stressful situation where I needed guidance/direction in regard to working on a car accident case...
Posted by Spencer | January 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Satisfied Client
I chose Carol to represent me when she picked up the phone just before New Year’s Eve 2014. She answered all of my questions and gave me direction without any commitment. Once the process began, she and her staff were very courteous and professional with special attention to customer service and sati...
Carol Schlitt
Replied last January 25, 2016Thank you Spencer. We work hard to deliver great service to our clients and to getting the most compensation possible. We're glad you were happy and appreciative of your kind words. Thank you for taking the time to post this review.
Posted by Dwayne D | April 20, 2015
Knowledgeable, Professional, Dependable...
Hiring Carol Schlitt to help me through my settlement case was one of the best things I ever did. She was extremely knowledgeable and worked the case diligently. Schlitt Law firm was able to resolve my case quickly and was available to answer all of my questions along the way. I would highly recommen...
Carol Lynn Schlitt's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer.Carol has represented three of our clients at trial and has obtained excellent results each time. Whether by settlement or verdict she put the defendants to the test each time and maximized the clients result. Her ability is respected by the judges she appears before and her adversaries."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carol is one of the top personal injury and trial lawyers in the New York Metropolitan area. She is skilled, talented, dedicated and tenacious. Until she stopped accepting such cases to focus on other aspects of her practice, Carol was highly sought after by other attorneys to take their clients' cases to trial where she obtained exceptional results time and time again. I can't say enough good things about this attorney."
"I worked on several cases with Ms. Schlitt and I can say without a doubt that she is one of the finest lawyers I know. She is extremely knowledgeable about the law and she is a fierce litigator and trial attorney. I highly recommend her."
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"Attorney Schlitt's advice is spot on; as shown by the answers she has posted, she takes the time to answer questions in a common sense manner and plainly addresses legal issues. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Carol is an aggressive advocate and knowledgeable counselor who has earned the respect of her peers in the legal community and the gratitude of many satisfied clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Schlitt is a very knowledgeable attorney in a complex area of law"
"After working side by side Carol on a political matter, I can firmly attest to the fact that Carol is a knowledgeable and capable advocate for her Clients. Carol is also very personable and I confidently endorse her."
"This lawyer's answers on this website are incredibly detailed. It is obvious she gives a lot of her free time to provide help to individuals searching this site and she does so with great knowledge. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this well-respected lawyer."
"I endorse Carol L. Schlitt. Her quarter century of experience and record of success has earned her the respect of other attorneys and judges, particularly for her trial work. Carol's victories include a case where she obtained a $500,000 recovery against the NYC Transit Authority when no one else saw that value in the case or the fast settlement of $1.25 million for a wrongful death car accident case on Long Island. Carol Schlitt's clients are in excellent hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carol is a dedicated advocate. She clearly cares about her client and is dedicated to the profession."
"Carol is an excellent lawyer and well known by the bench and the bar. Her clients are very well represented!! I endorse this lawyer."
"Carol is an excellent attorney and advocate for her clients. Anyone would be lucky to have her representing them."
"I have known Carol for over 5 years. She is dedicated to her clients and their needs. Hard working and committed would only begin to describe her and her work. I happily endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carol is an intelligent, caring advocate for her clients. She strives to ensure that her clients' needs are met."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.
Resigned in Lieu of Discipline issued in NY, 2017
updated on 06/19/2018This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Honors
2016
Outstanding Woman Lawyer on Long Island, Hofstra University School of Law
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
NY Verdicts and Settlement Hall of Fame: Motor Vehicles, Verdict Search
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
1990
Muncipal Attorney of the Year, New York City Bar Association
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, The Schlitt Law Firm
1997 - 2010
Partner, Law Office of Carol L. Schlitt
1991 - 1997
Attorney, Acito & Klein
1986 - 1991
Attorney, New York City Corporation Counsel
Associations
2011 - Present
Women's Trial Lawyers CaucusMember
2007 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Holy Cross Alumni Law GroupVolunteer
2005 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Bronx County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Slip on Ice In Parking Lot
$90,000 settlement
$4.9 Million for Nurse Assault on the Job
$4.9 Million Verdict
$560,000 for Slip and Fall on Staircase in the Bronx
Settled for $560,000
$1.25 Million for Wrongful Death in Long Island Car Accident
Settled for $1.25 million
$975,000 Settlement for Passenger in a Car Accident in the Bronx
Trial Verdict of $975,000
Medical Malpractice Settlement for Wrongful Death in a Nursing Home
Settled for $625,000
Medical Malpractice Settlement for Failure to Diagnose in Nassau County
Settled at Trial for $970,000
$800,000 Verdict for Car Accident Victim in the Bronx
Verdict at Trial for $800,000
Education
1986
St John's University School of Law
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
1980
College of the Holy Cross
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Conference Meeting
Medical Malpractice
2012
New York State Nurses Association Annual Conference
Work Place Injuries to Nurses
2012
Ask Asa on WCBS TV
Dangerous Taxis in New York
2009
Conference on Local Governance
The Petition Process for Municipal Referendums in New York
2007
Barack Obama Primary Campaign Suffolk Kick Off
The Petiton Process for Primary Candidates in New York
Publications
2012
A Consumer Guide
Slip and Fall at a Supermarket: A Case Study
2012
A Consumer Guide
What Should I Wear to Court?
2011
A Consumer Guide
New York's No Fault Insurance Law Explained for You
2011
A Consumer Guide
My Case Settled, When Will I See My Money?
2010
A Consumer Guide
What Is a Deposition and How Do I Prepare for One?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue NYCHA for my fall?
14 May 2016
Q&A
Why do big companies take so long to make a settlement? Is there a way to speed things up?
29 Mar 2016
Q&A
Can I be sued for hitting a dog?
04 Jan 2016
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What to Do After a Car Accident: a Six Step Guide on What to do Next
20 Mar 2015
Legal Guide
Slip and Fall at a Train Station: What to Do Next
07 Feb 2015
Legal Guide
I Tripped and Fell in a Stairway in My Building, What Should I Do?
02 Feb 2015