Atty. Michael R. Manarel

Atty. Michael R. Manarel

During Michael’s career he has developed a broad range of litigation experience and has consistently achieved favorable outcomes for his clients. A substantial 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, riggers, scaffold and shoring contractors.

New York New York 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Michael R. Manarel at a glance

Michael R. Manarel is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Pillinger Miller Tarallo, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on product liability and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1989). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1989) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1984). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • During Michael’s career he has developed a broad range of litigation experience and has consistently achieved favorable outcomes for his clients
  • A substantial 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, riggers, 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 in State and Federal Courts in both New York and New Jersey
  • Professional Affiliations New York State Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Manarel's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Michael R. Manarel

Where is Michael R. Manarel's law office located?
Michael R. Manarel's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Pillinger Miller Tarallo, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Manarel handle?
Michael R. Manarel focuses on product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael R. Manarel practiced law?
Michael R. Manarel has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael R. Manarel go to law school?
Michael R. Manarel earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1989
B.S.
Syracuse University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1989

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