Atty. Kelly McNabb

Atty. Kelly McNabb

Kelly McNabb is a partner in Lieff Cabraser’s New York office. As a member of the firm’s mass tort and product liability practice group, she has represented people and families who have been injured by dangerous and defective products manufactured by medical device and pharmaceutical companies.

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About Kelly McNabb at a glance

Kelly McNabb is a personal injury, class action, and product liability attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association (2012) and New York (2015). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D. (Cum Laude), 2012) and University of Minnesota Twin Cities (B.A. Psychology, 2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kelly McNabb is a partner in Lieff Cabraser’s New York office
  • As a member of the firm’s mass tort and product liability practice group, she has represented people and families who have been injured by dangerous and defective products manufactured by medical device and pharmaceutical companies
  • Kelly has played an integral role in litigation in state and federal courts across the country against manufacturers such as Zimmer, Stryker, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Johnson & Johnson, Daiichi-Sankyo, Olympus, and Bayer
  • Kelly has dedicated her practice to holding corporations accountable for injuries that devastate her clients
  • In 2022, Kelly was appointed to the Steering Committee of The Sedona Conference Working Group I. Prior to joining Lieff Cabraser, Kelly worked as an attorney in Minneapolis
  • In 2014, Kelly was named an Attorney of the Year by Minnesota Lawyer
  • She also volunteered at The Advocates for Human Rights in Minneapolis
  • In her spare time, Kelly enjoys traveling, trying new cuisines, and being active, especially weight training, yoga, hiking, and skiing

Practice Areas Explained

Kelly McNabb's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kelly McNabb handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kelly McNabb

Where is Kelly McNabb's law office located?
Kelly McNabb's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kelly McNabb handle?
Kelly McNabb focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Kelly McNabb practiced law?
Kelly McNabb has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Kelly McNabb go to law school?
Kelly McNabb earned their education at (J.D. (Cum Laude), 2012); (B.A. Psychology, 2008).
How can I contact Kelly McNabb for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kelly McNabb received?
Kelly McNabb's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D. (Cum Laude)
University of Minnesota
- 2012
B.A. Psychology
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
- 2008

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America,” Lawdragon, 2024-2026
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America,” Lawdragon, 2026
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation,” Lawdragon, 2023, 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Rising Star for New York Metro,” Super Lawyers, 2016-2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Minnesota Lawyer, Attorney of the Year – Pritzker Trial Team, 2014
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association
Admitted: 2012
New York
Admitted: 2015

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