Michael J. Boranian

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Michael J. Boranian: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Having tried and litigated major cases in all areas of personal injury law, including medical, hospital, and dental malpractice, Michael brings decades of professional experience to the Firm’s formidable talent base.

Michael Boranian is a seasoned attorney who has been affiliated with several prestigious law firms in New York, including serving for more than a decade as partner at a firm specializing in insurance defense services.

Known for effectively representing both individual physicians and institutional clients, Michael’s 37+ years experience includes:

•Extensive history of defending health care clients against a variety of high-exposure malpractice allegations.
•Broad exposure to all areas of personal injury law, including medical, dental and hospital malpractice; premises liability; product liability; labor law; and municipal liability.
•Successful defense of doctors in cases against both former patients and corporate adversaries.
•Demonstrated track record in successfully defending cases involving allegations of product defect and/or product misuse.

Michael has been selected to the New York Super Lawyers list since 2020, earning the respect of his peers as one of the top-rated attorneys in the nation. This distinction is awarded to only five percent of lawyers annually in each state.

Beyond his legal work, Michael is also a dedicated educator, regularly providing training and counsel to physicians and hospital personnel on the subjects of professional liability and lawsuit prevention.

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Areas of Practice (3)

  • Medical Malpractice
  • Dental Malpractice
  • Product Liability

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Queens College of the City University of New York, B.A., 1983
Law School Attended:
Brooklyn Law School, J.D., 1988
Year of First Admission:
1989
Admission:
United States District Court for the Southern District of New York; 1988, New Jersey; 1989, New York
Memberships:

Memberships

New York State Bar Association

Nassau County Bar Association

Nassau-Suffolk Trial Lawyers Association

Armenian Bar Association

Friends of Mercy Medical Center

Birth Information:
Flushing, New York, April 27, 1960
ISLN:
908913365

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (9 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 07/07/26 in Medical Malpractice

    Mr. Boranian is of high moral character and a credit to New York's Bar. I wish there were more attorneys like him

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/07/26 in Medical Malpractice

    Mike is a highly-regarded and knowledgeable practitioner with decades of experience in medical malpractice litigation. He is known for his meticulous preparation of his cases and ethical representation of his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Attorney on 07/02/26 in Medical Malpractice

    I have had the privilege of working for and alongside Michael for over 15 years. During this time, he has taught me a great deal about trial practice, deposition practice, and case strategy. Furthermore, he has guided me in understanding the ethical... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/01/26 in Medical Malpractice

    I have known Michael Boranian for many years and know he is an excellent and effective medical malpractice defense attorney. I know he has been very successful in cases brought against multiple hospitals and doctors. I have referred clients to him... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/01/26 in Medical Malpractice

    Very intelligent, hardworking, honest and trustworthy attorney. I real credit to the profession.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 07/01/26 in Medical Malpractice

    I have known and had cases with Mike for over 30 years. He is an exceptional trial attorney and a strong and dedicated advocate for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Counsel on 04/25/26 in Medical Malpractice

    Highly competent, analytic attorney, excels at all aspects of litigation. Excellent client skills when dealing with difficult medical professionals

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/24/26 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/14/26 in Medical Malpractice

    Mike is one of the smartest, most diligent attorneys I have known. He is an excellent lawyer.

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