NEW YORK, NEW YORK, August 2025 – Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP is proud to congratulate Senior Trial Partner and Managing Partner Michael F. Madden on his recognition by Best Lawyers® as 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” in the category of Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants – New York City to be published in the New York Times, New York Daily News and Wall Street Journal on December 5, 2025.
With over 32 years of dedicated experience defending medical malpractice and liability claims, Mr. Madden has earned a reputation for his calm, approachable manner and his unwavering commitment to his clients. Known for providing not only top-tier legal representation, but also personal support during stressful litigation, Mr. Madden emphasizes accessibility and reassurance, always encouraging clients to reach out whenever concerns arise.
Mr. Madden’s expertise spans multiple practice areas in the defense of major medical centers, physicians, and healthcare providers in complex malpractice and liability cases. His longstanding AV Preeminent® rating by Martindale-Hubbell® and repeated peer recognition, including previous Best Lawyers® listings, underscore his legal acumen and professional excellence.
Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Madden contributes to the legal and medical communities by lecturing on risk management for healthcare institutions and leading Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs at the firm. His dedication to protecting healthcare professionals and institutions reflects his deep respect for those on the front lines of patient care.
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Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP is one of the oldest and largest professional liability firms in New York, focusing on defense litigation. The Firm has been recognized by Best Lawyers® since inception as a Metropolitan Tier 1 – New York City “Best Law Firm.” The Firm, which has offices in Manhattan, Nassau County, Westchester County, Rochester, NY, Roseland, NJ and Norwalk, CT, is recognized by both the bench and bar as a leader in defense areas, and has served the professional community for over 110 years.
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