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Lizzette Adeli Muniz
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Biography
Lizzette A. Muniz is a Spanish-speaking personal injury and wills trusts & estates attorney in New York City. She is a second-career attorney, with a history of work experience in healthcare and publishing. Ms. Muniz was born in Manhattan, raised in the Bronx, and currently resides in Brooklyn with her family. As a native New Yorker, Ms. Muniz is adept at navigating the legal system in New York City, and relates well to New York City clients, attorneys, judges and juries. Ms. Muniz cares about and is a diligent advocate for her clients. She has assisted hundreds of clients obtain fair and just compensation for the injuries that they have sustained as a the result of the negligence of others. Most recently, Ms. Muniz has added the practice area of wills, trusts & estates to her firm to help clients protect their assets and their families.
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Licensed in New York for 15 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Law Office of Lizzette Muniz, LLC
250 Broadway, Floor 24, New York, NY, 10007
Lizzette Muniz
Law Office of Lizzette Muniz, LLC, 8 North Front Street, Kingston, NY, 12401
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Lizzette Adeli Muniz's Reviews
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Posted by Melissa | March 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing Attorney Who Advocates and Achieves!
Working with Lizzette was a unique experience for me in regards to the legal world. She looked out for me every single step of the way, advocated on my behalf and was always looking for outcomes that were in my best interest. In the past in dealing with legal matters, the process stressed me out. Liz...
Posted by Leonardo | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Excellent Attorney
Lizzette was my attorney for my automobile accident. She did a great job representing me and my family, She came to us when we couldn't leave our house at all. She has great resources, is very punctual, carrying, and excellent attorney because she really dedicates herself to her clients. We highly re...
Posted by Catherine | March 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent job!
I have to say i wasnt the easiest client to deal with and lizette was always so supportive. She did everything in her power to make sure i found justice for my accident , and she did . I'll recommend her to anyone . Thank you so much ! -Catherine
Posted by Gabriela | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Excelente como persona y como abogada
Mi nombre es Gabriela y mi madre tubo un accidente y se fracturó el tobillo buscamos muchos abogados y ninguno nos pudo ayudar pero Cuando conocí a la abogada Lizzette nos trato muy bien siempre estuvo en contacto con nosotras y nos ayudo mucho gracias a Dios y a la abogada mi madre obtuvo una comp...
Posted by Jessica | March 17, 2014 | Personal Injury
Wonderful Lawyer and Person
Lizzette successfully handled my personal injury case. I chose her after interviewing several lawyers, as she stood out from the rest immediately. She asked good questions, was honest, very good at explaining the relevant law, and showed real interest and passion for the case. She was always prom...
Lizzette Adeli Muniz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Lizzette is an amazing attorney. She is very knowledgeable and an amazing advocate for her clients. One of the best personal injury attorneys in New York!"
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"Lizzette is an excellent attorney who puts the client's interest first and always thinks before she acts..."
"Ms. Muniz is an extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to her clients. I endorse her without reservation."
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"Ms. Muniz is a respected attorney and understands the nuances of medical malpractice. She generously devotes her time to helping those on AVVO. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Muniz is one of the most knowledgeable and professional attorneys I know."
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"I know Ms. Muniz for over 7 years. I know her to be a caring and diligent individual that is dedicated to her work. I would gladly hire her for any of my own legal issues."
"Lizzette is very convincing in arguing cases and she is caring and dedicated. She will represent her clients with zeal."
"Lizzette is an excellent lawyer. If I had to criticize her for something it would be that she cares too much. That may sound cliche, but it's true. Good for you, bad for her. A great advocate to have on your side."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Brooklyn Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
2017
Presidential Citation, Office of the Brooklyn Borough President
2006
Charles H. Revson Fellowship, New York University School of Law
2006
Outstanding 1L, Latino Law Students Association
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Law Office of Lizzette Muniz, LLC
2010 - 2015
Attorney, Okun, Oddo & Babat, PC
2007 - 2007
Compliance Intern, Morgan Stanley
2007 - 2007
Compliance Intern, Bristol Myers Squibb Company
2006 - 2006
Intern, Legal Services of New York
Associations
2005 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
Brooklyn Bridge Rotary ClubPresident
2015 - 2016
Business Networking InternationalGrowth Coordinator
2013 - 2020
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Pedestrian struck; no surgery
Settled for $250K in less than 6 months
Education
2008
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Fordham University
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
Hofstra University School of Law
Speaking Engagements
2015
Business Networking International
Slips and Falls: Snow and Ice Cases
2014
Business Networking International
What to do if you are in a car accident
2010
Career Opportunities in Small Firms
Moderator: A Panel Discussion for Law Students
Publications
2007
New York Real Estate Reporter
Comment: Right to Redeem Extinguished by Foreclosure Sale
2007
New York Real Estate Reporter
Comment: Questions of Fact Preclude Summary Judgment
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers