Michael J Maggiano

Michael J Maggiano

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Fort Lee, NJ
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents

201 Columbia Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Car Accident 50%

I handle all types of motor vehicle accident cases ranging from passenger cars and motorcycles to semi trucks and even school buses. I have been recognized as the best in my field year after year and have many years of experience handling accidents

50%
Personal Injury 50%

As the name implies, personal injury lawsuits deal with some sort of physical injury caused by the negligence of another. An individual can be found liable for your injuries if he or she displayed careless conduct or failed to act when a reasonable person would have acted. Regardless of intent, if someone acts—or fails to act—outside the standard of care of a reasonable person, he or she could be found liable for your injuries.

52 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 50 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1976

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 51 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1974

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, PC

201 Columbia Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

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Michael J Maggiano's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sophie | January 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

In an instant my life was turned upside down

One Saturday in April my mother and I were driving to a relaxing afternoon lunch from our home. A careless driver ran a stop sign and smashed our vehicle across the road. My mom and I were badly injured and taken to Hackensack Medical Center for emergency treatment. From there our lives were fille...d with one medical specialist after another. My mom was disabled and I was unable to continue my studies. My mom hired Michael Maggiano to help us with the so many issues from assuring necessary medical care to bringing an important law suit against the driver who broke the law and turned our lives upside down. You can not imagine the issues and questions that come up. Every single one was calmly and carefully answered by Mr. Maggiano. Every question was accurately solved. I read an article about him on the internet where he was described as the "Detail Man." That description is just the beginning. He answers questions that you have not even thought about. He sees things far head and deals with them before they happen. He gave us his cell phone number and said if you have the slightest of question just call me. He would personally call us at any hour of any day as it was necessary. Finally we got to court and that is when it all came together. He walked into the court room with his team with the confidence of a person who owned the field. While we were sitting with Mr. Maggiano chatting on a bench outside the courtroom, he was called into a conference with the Judge. At least three different lawyers came up to my mother and me and said that they could not help but see who we were with and told us how lucky we were to be with a "living legend." Those were the words they used. We had no idea. We knew him as a very kind and thoughtful man who was always there. When the trial started we watched a master at work. He owned the courtroom. The outcome was what we believed to be right and just. If you have been injured by the wrongdoing of another, we highly recommend Mr. Maggiano. BTW when it was all over he told us that sadly it is not over as we required continuing medical care. He told us for any question or need he will always be a phone call way. More than once we had a question. He is always there to help, Sophie

Posted by Beatriz | October 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

A Courteous and Professional Attorney

My normal and active lifestyle was shattered when I was hit by a car while crossing the street. I was hospitalized for three days and left with permanent injuries and long and painful therapies to recover some semblance of how I used to be. At the moment I was at my most vulnerable and in extreme p...ain I began to be billed for my hospital stay and received the additional burden of trying to figure out how my bills would be paid and who would pay to have my injuries treated. I was unknowledgeable in dealing with something like this as nothing like this has happened to me before. My son had seen Michael Maggiano’s office and had heard he was very professional and drove me to his office to see if he could assist me. Despite Mr. Maggiano's success as an attorney his courtesy, attentiveness and sympathy were well appreciated. His office got the bill collectors from constantly billing me and calling me while the case was successfully settled. It is pleasant to see that in today’s modern world a successful attorney like Mr. Maggiano can still run an old-fashioned family practice.

Posted by Barbara | July 19, 2013 | Personal Injury

Superb Lawyer

I was extremely lucky to have Michael J. Maggiano handle my personal injury case that arose from a bad automobile accident. The compassionate treatment of me as his client and the brilliant manner in which he handled my case were equally appreciated. His communication skills kept me apprised of th...e progress of my case and his explanation of difficult issues kept me firmly rooted in the reality of it, too. I have recommended him to family, friends and acquaintences in the past and will continue to do so as he is not only a brilliant lawyer, but a fine human being.

Posted by Melissa K. | January 27, 2013 | Car Accidents

Dedicated, knowledgeable lawyer

On June 14, 2005, I was hit by a car when crossing the street to catch the bus. Michael Maggiano represented me in my suit against the individual who hit me. Through the following, arduous years, Michael remained a steady, professional source of strength during this tumultuous, ...uncertain time in our lives. In this process, Michael was always accessible and prepared when counseling or advice was needed. Very resourceful, Michael more than a lawyer, Michael was and is like family. Though this is a frightening process filled with legal hearings, litigations, interviews and depositions, Michael was professional while effectively tenacious. While my family nor I were sure where my future lead in this frightening experience, Michael Maggiano was a knowledgeable source of hope for us. Were it not for Michael’s disciplined, experienced and effective work on my behalf, I would not live a life in which I have such promising hopes and aspirations for my future.

Posted by Carolynn | January 22, 2013 | Personal Injury

I Wouldn't Choose Any Other Attorney

I retained Mr. Maggiano after an auto accident. I found him to be well informed as to legal issues involved with the courts as well as very responsive to my questions and needs. He is also extremely knowledgeable when dealing with the many doctors and specialists I needed to visit during my recover...y. I would highly recommend Mr. Maggiano to my family, friends and business acquaintances. I was very impressed with his services.

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Michael J Maggiano's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Gorman

Medical malpractice lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Lizzi

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Lawyers

Fellow

2005 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

2004 - Present

Trial Attorneys of New Jersey

Member

2000 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Leadership Forum

Member

2000 - Present

Trial Lawyers for Public Justice

Member

1995 - Present

Morris Pashman American Inn of Court

Member

1980 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1975 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2006

Melvin M. Belli Society

President

1991 - 1998

Arthur T. Vanderbilt American Inn of Court

Master

1990 - 1992

Association of Trial Lawyers of America - Political Action Committee

Treasurer

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

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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

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

Languages

Italian

Spanish

English

Activity

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