Melissa A. Perrotta Marinelli
Centerport,NY
Summary
Experienced personal injury attorney with experience working on both the defense and plaintiff's side. Looking for a new position to further develop my litigation and management skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Litigation Manager
Brandon J. Broderick, LLC
Huntington, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Oversee and manage a team of attorneys from New York, Ohio, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Kentucky; Responsible for yearly performance reviews, involved in hiring and offboarding processes;
- Responsible for managing team performance metrics for driving accountability and continuous improvement;
- Evaluate incoming cases for merit, assessing strengths and weaknesses and make recommendations for handling;
- Led team meetings to discuss case strategies and align on objectives for successful outcomes;
- Mentor junior staff members in best practices for case management and client interactions;
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather essential information for successful case managment trategies;
Attorney
Brandon J. Broderick, LLC
Huntington, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Handling all aspects of a personal injury caseload from time of filing the Complaint through resolution. Prepare all pleadings, discovery documents and motions as well as conduct depositions, mediations and arbitrations;
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients, utilizing strong communication skills to achieve mutually beneficial resolutions (In 2024 resolved the highest number of personal injury matters in the firm);
- Manage complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials;
- Develop strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution;
- Achieve high client satisfaction rates by providing timely updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
Attorney
Law Office of Melissa A. Perrotta Marinelli/Law Office of Michael F. Perrotta
Huntington, NY
11.2015 - 09.2023
- Maintained personal injury practice handling motor vehicle and premises matters. Handled all aspects of case management from intake through resolution, including mediations, arbitrations and summary jury trials.
- All duties necessary to oversee the day to day handling of a personal injury practice including management of staff, accounting, procurement of new business as well as the solo handling attorney for all files maintained by the office.
Attorney
Baxter Smith & Shapiro
Hicksville, NY
10.2010 - 08.2015
- Responsible for handling all phases of litigation insurance defense files for general liability, motor vehicle, labor law and property damage actions including preparation of pleadings, discovery documents and motions;
- Appeared for Court appearances and conducted depositions, mediations and arbitrations;
Attorney
White, Quinlan & Stanley
Garden City, NY
06.2009 - 09.2010
- Insurance defense litigation attorney responsible for handling caseload from the time of Answer up to trial in premises and motor vehicle actions;
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, discovery demand and responses and motions;.
Attorney
Wilson Elser/ Locke Lord
New York, NY
06.2005 - 02.2008
- Preparation of pleadings, discovery documents and motion practice in the realm of aviation law including the representation of major air service providers, as well as labor law and motor vehicle actions. Responsible for handling individual caseload as well as assisting senior attorneys and partners with more complex matters.
Education
J.D. - Law
Touro Law School
Huntington, NY05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
SUNY Albany
Albany, NY05-2001
Timeline
Senior Litigation Manager
Brandon J. Broderick, LLC
08.2023 - Current
Attorney
Brandon J. Broderick, LLC
09.2022 - Current
Attorney
Law Office of Melissa A. Perrotta Marinelli/Law Office of Michael F. Perrotta
11.2015 - 09.2023
Attorney
Baxter Smith & Shapiro
10.2010 - 08.2015
Attorney
White, Quinlan & Stanley
06.2009 - 09.2010
Attorney
Wilson Elser/ Locke Lord
06.2005 - 02.2008
J.D. - Law
Touro Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
SUNY Albany