Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP

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With roots dating back to 1912, Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP has the distinction of being one of the oldest and largest boutique litigation and appellate firms emphasizing all areas of professional liability, medical and healthcare related litigation. The Firm's defense capabilities include medical malpractice, health care issues, employment and labor, toxic tort and product liability, professional liability and appellate matters. The Firm represents defendants before state and federal courts and tribunals and in mediation.

Recognized by both the bench and bar as a leader in the medical defense and professional liability areas, MCB has served the professional community for more than five decades. What truly sets the Firm apart from our competition is stability. Over 75% of the Firm's fourteen senior partners have 25 years or more of experience and most Partners have been associated with the Firm in excess of 15 years. As a result of MCB's commitment to excellence, the Firm has grown steadily over the years.

MCB's extensive experience as the one of the oldest medical defense and health care law firms in New York and the Firm's expansion into employment and labor practice area, coupled with a cost-effective model, allows MCB to be an aggressive, dynamic Firm suited to meet the needs of today's clients in a rapidly changing environment.

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Areas of Practice (19)

  • Accounting Liability
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Appellate Practice
  • Architects And Engineers Liability
  • Asbestos Defense
  • Commercial Law
  • D&O Liability
  • Employment Law
  • General Liability
  • Health Care
  • Insurance Bad Faith
  • Insurance Coverage
  • Lawyers Malpractice
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Municipal Law
  • Nursing Home Defense
  • Product Liability
  • Professional Liability
  • Toxic Torts

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Laurie Ann Annunziato: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
Laurie Ann Annunziato
Partner
5.0
19 Reviews
New York, NY , 
White Plains, NY
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Medical Malpractice, Professional Liability, General Liability, Dental Malpractice, Health Care Law View More

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Jacqueline D. Berger: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
Jacqueline D. Berger
Partner
4.9
10 Reviews
East Meadow, NY , 
New York, NY
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Medical Malpractice, General Liability, Health Care Law, Nursing Home Law, Professional Liability View More

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John J. Barbera: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
John J. Barbera
Partner
5.0
20 Reviews
White Plains, NY

Medical Malpractice, General Liability, Health Care Law, Nursing Home Law, Professional Liability View More

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Michael J. Boranian: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
Michael J. Boranian
Partner
5.0
2 Reviews
East Meadow, NY

Medical Malpractice, Dental Malpractice, Product Liability View More

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John M. Bugliosi: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
John M. Bugliosi
Partner
No Reviews
White Plains, NY

Medical Malpractice

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William P. Brady: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
William P. Brady
Partner
5.0
New York, NY

Medical Malpractice, Health Care Law, General Liability

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Karen B. Corbett: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
Karen B. Corbett
Partner
4.8
20 Reviews
East Meadow, NY

Medical Malpractice, Dental Malpractice, Health Care Law, Electronic Discovery, General Liability, Nursing Home Law, Podiatric Malpractice, Professional Liability View More

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Peter T. Crean, Esq.: Attorney with Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP
Peter T. Crean, Esq.
Partner
5.0
New York, NY

Medical Malpractice, Health Care Law, Insurance Law, General Liability, Products Liability, Professional Liability View More

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (314 reviews)

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  • Analytical Capability

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  • Judgment

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  • Communication

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  • Legal Experience

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Charles S. Schechter by a Attorney on 08/09/21 in Medical Malpractice

    Mr. Shechter is extremely competent in the area of medical malpractice.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Gregory J. Radomisli by a Managing Partner on 08/09/21 in Medical Malpractice

    Very competent attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Charles S. Schechter by a Managing Partner on 08/09/21 in Medical Malpractice

    Demonstrate Superior legal capabilities and skill.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Charles S. Schechter by a Director on 08/09/21 in Dental Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Charles S. Schechter by a Director on 08/09/21 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Charles S. Schechter by a Attorney on 08/09/21 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Karen B. Corbett by a Counsel on 07/10/20 in Negligence

    In addition to being an excellent attorney with impeccable judgment, Karen is a real advocate for her clients. She is able to strike a balance between aggressive advocacy for the client with professionalism. I would highly recommend her to anybody in... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Karen B. Corbett by a Attorney on 06/26/20 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Karen B. Corbett by a Senior Attorney on 06/26/20 in Medical Malpractice

    I have known Karen as a codefendant on several cases over the years, and she has always demonstrated the skills of an excellent attorney. She also has an exemplary work ethic and a dedication to excellence and integrity.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Karen B. Corbett by a Attorney on 06/19/20 in Medical Malpractice

    Karen is a masterful and brilliant counselor. She’s an extraordinary and dynamic attorney. If ever anyone is in need of legal service Karen treats each matter and person like family and will work fearlessly to serve her clients. She is a shining e... Read more

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