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Michael J Maggiano
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Biography
Michael Maggiano is a founder and senior partner of Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, Trial Attorneys. For over 35 years he has specialized in personal injury litigation.
He is widely acknowledged by his peers as one of the top trial lawyers in the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan area. Rival attorneys say Maggiano consistently displays a depth of knowledge and understanding of medical and complex legal issues that makes him an effective force in any courtroom. He has tried cases throughout the NY/NJ Metro area as well as in various states of the United States.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
50%
52 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 50 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 51 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, PC
201 Columbia Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024
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Posted by Rabih | August 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best ever
He is honest and caring. The best attorney "EVER”. We are grateful he was on our side. Very dedicated, sincere and wise. I am thankful for all his work. You will never find someone better than him to handle any legal issues.
Posted by Fouad | July 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best of the best
Michael believed in our cause when many and i mean many other lawyers refused to even listen to us. He is a very compassionate HUMAN BEING to start with. His knowledge of the Law and his ability to listen is just amazing.
Posted by Sheshanie | May 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
One of the best lawyer
It was indeed a very fortunate instance when I was referred to Mr Micheal Maggiano by a close friend of mine to be able to seek advice from him about the unfortunate car accident that occurred in my life, which resulted when I was only 2 months in to my pregnancy. Due to the severity of my injuri...
Posted by Michael | May 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Upright, Compassionate, and Professional Representation
Mr. Maggiano and his associates provided the highest level of support for my case that I could have hoped for. For over 3 years he fought for my case and my well-being making sure that I was being treated fairly by the opposing attorneys, doctors, insurance companies, and collection agencies. He and ...
Posted by Juan Carlos | March 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
An experienced trial lawyer
After being rear ended by a tractor trailer and left with severe back and neck pain , I needed legal consultation as my vehicle was totaled and medical bills were overwhelming . I was explained in detail the legal process and felt at ease that the Maggiano Law firm took my case . Mr. Maggiano has an ...
Michael J Maggiano's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mike Maggiano is one of the best medical malpractice lawyers in New Jersey. He works tirelessly for his clients, and is sensitive to their needs. He generously gives of his time to other lawyers in New Jersey, one on one and by teaching other lawyers at seminars. Mike is sought after around the country by people who have been victims of medical malpractice. I can't recommend Mike highly enough."
Michael Lizzi
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Bergen's Top Lawyers 2015, 201 magazine
2018
Best Law Firms 2015, U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers
2018
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, The Best Lawyers in America
2018
Top 100: 2014 New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers in the New York Area, New York Monthly Magazine
2018
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Top 100 Lawyers in New Jersey, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Top Lawyers in New Jersey, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Lawyer, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2018
Best Lawyers/Best Law Firms, U.S. News & World Reports
2018
Best Lawyers, Newsweek
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
NJAJ Gold Medal for Distinguished Service, The New Jersey Association for Justice
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
125 Alumni of Distinction, IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law
2013
Alfred C. Clapp Award for Excellence in Legal Education, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
Trial Bar Award, Trial Attorneys of New Jersey
N/A
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
1989 - 1999
Principal, Michael Maggiano & Associates
1974 - 1989
Partner, Gigante & Maggiano
Associations
2010 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersFellow
2005 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
2004 - Present
Trial Attorneys of New JerseyMember
2000 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Leadership ForumMember
2000 - Present
Trial Lawyers for Public JusticeMember
1995 - Present
Morris Pashman American Inn of CourtMember
1980 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
Bergen County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2006
Melvin M. Belli SocietyPresident
1991 - 1998
Arthur T. Vanderbilt American Inn of CourtMaster
1990 - 1992
Association of Trial Lawyers of America - Political Action CommitteeTreasurer
1989 - 1990
Association of Trial Lawyers of America (New Jersey chapter)President
Sample of Legal Cases
Amy Walsh vs. Harrah’s Hotel & Resort
Pending
Rob Coney vs. Harrah's Casino
Pending
Young vs. North Carolina Department of Health & Human Resources
$400,000
Education
1974
Illinois Institute of Technology - Kent College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
Fairleigh Dickinson University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Boardwalk Seminar 2015
Masters of Advocacy
2014
Meadowlands Seminar 2014
Cross Examination College, Litigation at Sunrise, Lessons Learned from the Front Line
2014
Central CLEfest
Presentation of Evidence: Adding Power and Persuasion With Video
2014
Board Walk Seminar 2014
Proving Injuries in Verbal Threshold Cases
2014
67th Annual Belli Seminar
Holding the Medical Examiner Accountable: North Carolina Revolution
2013
Medicine for Lawyers
Forensic Sciences and the Trial Lawyer
2013
Meadowlands Seminar
Establishing Rules of Road and Care Standards in Depositions
2013
Meadowlands Seminar
Setting UP Your Damages in the Opening
2013
Meadowlands Seminar
Underinsured Motorist Arbitrations - Going High Tech - Thinking Out of the Box to Increase Case Values
2013
Meadowlands Seminar
Settling the Big Case - Timing is Everything: Special Tactics
2013
Injuries in the Workplace
The Occupational Health and Safety Act
2013
Boardwalk Seminar
Evaluating the Disc Injury Case
2012
Mock Civil Trial Presentation
Closing Argument Demonstration in Mock Trial
2012
Meadowlands Seminar 2012
The Closing Argument: Manner and Method
2012
Meadowlands Seminar 2012
Closing Argument Demonstration
2012
Meadowlands Seminar
Deonstrative Evidence Trends: Effectively Using Technology in the Courtroom
Publications
2008
New Jersey Law Journal
INSURANCE LAW - Automobiles - Step-Down Clauses
Languages
Italian
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
PHARMACEUTICAL DRUG DEFECTS
17 Jan 2015
Legal Guide
Injured on a Bus? Here Are 4 Things to Consider
13 Jan 2015
Legal Guide
How to Win Your Injury Claim
13 Jan 2015