Michael Manolakis
Partner & Lead Trial Attorney
Specialized, exclusive focus on car, Uber, Lyft, taxi & passenger vehicles crashes.
“People trust us with their multi-million dollar cases because of the open, honest, and respectful way we approach them in their time of need.”
Michael Manolakis | Partner & Lead Trial Attorney
Michael Manolakis is an acclaimed injury attorney, a Liga De Justicia Injury Lawyers Partner, and the driving force of the firm’s litigation success since joining in 2002.
Focusing exclusively on New York and Long Island construction and motor vehicle accident cases, Michael has spent over two decades mastering the complexities of high-stakes personal injury law, with a particular emphasis on car, bicycle, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents.
A Philosophy of Respect and Results
Michael believes that a firm’s reputation is built on how it treats people during their most vulnerable moments. For him, the legal process is about more than just numbers; it is about the trust earned through transparency and respect.
“Recognized as a NY Super Lawyer for over 4 consecutive years, a distinction held by only the top 5% of attorneys in the state.”
The Liga De Justicia Injury Lawyers Promise
As a Partner, Michael reinforces the firm’s commitment to the Long Island Latino community. He ensures that every one of his clients receives not only the benefit of his bright legal mind but also a seasoned attorney that listens, respects their journey, and fights relentlessly for the recovery they deserve.
“Michael Manolakis perfectly balances a brilliant, meticulous legal mind during depositions with genuine kindness and attentiveness toward his clients.”
The Standard of Operational Excellence
In complex litigation, victory is often won in the details. Michael works at the intersection of legal strategy and operational precision, to ensure that every case – no matter how large or small – is handled with maximum efficiency. While his approach is focused, aggressive, and perfectly documented for the courtroom, his kindness and attentiveness with his clients is always a motive of praise.
- $1,296,438 (Brooklyn, NY): A security guard was rear-ended by a Verizon vehicle. The defense argued the minimal property damage couldn’t have caused his knee injuries. Our partner team fought back and obtained maximum justice for our client in this car crash.
- $1,070,000 (Hauppauge, NY): Motorcycle accident recovery for a rider struck by a sedan making a sudden left turn in Long Island. Our client had to be airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital, and underwent multiple leg surgeries. Our attorneys litigated the case and settled for full insurance policy limits.
- $1,000,000 (Bronx, NY): Million-dollar victory after an initial insurance denial involving a rear-end taxi collision in New York.
- $195,000 (Jackson Heights, NY): Pedestrian accident recovery for a housecleaning lady in Queens who suffered a leg fracture, forcing the insurance company to nearly quadruple their initial $50,000 offer.
- $77,000 + Medical expenses (Port Jefferson, NY – Suffolk County): Latino day laborer in Long Island gets injured as a taxi passenger and suffers back injury and has to undergo knee surgery. Michael defends him and beats the insurance company original low offer of just $40,000.
- $750,000 (Hempstead, NY): Impressive jury victory for Long Island car accident where the insurance company denied liability and tried to blame our 61-year-old client’s injuries on her age.
- $250,000 (Queens, NY): Nassau county rear-end car collision with extensive damages resulting in neck surgery, recovering the full $100,000 primary insurance policy plus an extra $150,000 from a supplemental policy.
“A graduate of St. John’s University School of Law, Michael has spent over two decades mastering high-stakes construction and motor vehicle litigation.”
- Super Lawyers: Recognized as a New York Super Lawyer for over 4 consecutive years (An honor reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in New York).
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- Client Distinction: Widely recognized by clients for exceptional kindness, attentiveness, and transparency during vulnerable moments.
- BAR ADMISSIONS
- New York State Bar
- COURT ADMISSIONS
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY)
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY)
- EDUCATION
- Juris Doctor (J.D.): Graduate of the prestigious St. John’s University School of Law.
- PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
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