Michael R. Manarel

Michael is a member of the Professional Liability Department, and during his career he has developed a broad range of litigation experience. A portion of Michael's practice is focused on construction injury and construction defect litigation, where he regularly defends general contractors, construction managers, managing agents, crane companies, hoist contractors, and scaffold and shoring contractors. His clients also include engineering firms, electrical contractors, plumbing contractors, as well as home inspectors and equipment leasing companies.

In addition to Michael's construction practice, he has defended insurance brokers/agents in errors and omissions claims and suits brought against them. While Michael approaches each case as though trial is inevitable, he is particularly focused on obtaining the best outcome for his clients through loss transfer, motion practice, mediation and arbitration. Michael has successfully argued numerous cases before the New York State Appellate Divisions and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

Michael practices mainly in the New York City Metropolitan area, and is also admitted in New Jersey, where he has represented many clients as well.

Year Joined Organization: 2014