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I serve as counsel to victims of 9/11 toxins exposure to obtain compensation from the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund and free healthcare from the World Trade Center Health Program. Both were established by the James L. Zadroga 9/11 Health & Compensation Act of 2011, and personal injury victims. Eligible Zadroga claimants include those who were in Lower Manhattan between 9/11/01 and 7/31/02, or worked along debris removal routes such as piers and barges, or at the Fresh Kills Landfill, or at garages where maintenance vehicles were cleaned.
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11 years
11 years
10%-33%
State: New York
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
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Posted by Charles | April 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Representation
Matt handled my VCF claim. He made it simple and clear. The time table he gave me was kept even through the whole Covid crisis. Communication was clear and professional. I was very pleased with Matt’s representation and have recommended other family members to him for their claims.
Posted by Eddie | January 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Matt Baione is a true professional who cares.
Matt was recommended by the Detectives Endowment Association and it’s a recommendation that I’m glad I took and one I would pass on to my brother and sister Detectives. I can’t thank Matt enough for all that he’s done helping me get through this very difficult process. I dreaded making the initial ca...
Posted by Johnny B | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Different type of lawyer he tells the truth
Matthew, Has been from the very start up front and easy to understand. He has tackled all of the areas of my case and helped me to identify what was needed to be documented. When we conversed it was like talking to a long time friend. Good Guy
Posted by Fran | March 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
5 Star Law Firm
My husband and I have the pleasure of working with Matthew. We could not be happier from the first consult Matthew's expertise on the WTC health program to the WTC Victims Fund is astounding. He helped my husband through every step of the process and the outcome was outstanding. He is quick to r...
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Top-notch, professional, personalized service - highly recommend!
Matthew was my attorney for a complex and sensitive 9/11 VCF case. From the moment I had my initial consultation with him to the completion of the case, he instilled confidence and was extremely patient, kind, respectful, and responsive. We had ongoing communication throughout, and he handled my cas...
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2016 - Present
Partner, Pitta & Baione LLP
2016 - 2016
Volunteer Attorney, Innocence Project
2015 - 2015
Associate, Cole Hansen Chester LLP
2015 - 2015
Of Counsel, Hansen & Associates
2013 - 2015
Clerk, Cole Hansen Chester LLP
2012 - 2013
Staff Editor, Cardozo Law School Art & Entertainment Law Journal
2012 - 2013
Intern, Innocence Project
2010 - 2012
Clerk, Cole Hansen Chester LLP
2009 - 2009
Intern, Kings County D.A.
2011 - Present
New York City Bar Association
2011 - Present
New York State Bar Association
Over $3 Million Dollars
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund
2019
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