Michael P. Napolitano, Esq. is an accomplished New York trial attorney with a proven record of multi‑million‑dollar recoveries in some of the state’s most complex personal injury and wrongful death cases. As Senior Litigation Counsel at Leitner Warywoda PLLC, Mr. Napolitano represents victims of catastrophic accidents across New York City and Long Island, combining meticulous case preparation with an unwavering commitment to justice.

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For more than a decade, Mr. Napolitano has successfully litigated a broad range of high‑exposure cases, including:

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• Motor vehicle and pedestrian collisions

• Construction and third‑party work injuries

• Premises liability, trip‑and‑fall, and slip‑and‑fall claims

• Municipal liability and negligent roadway design cases

• Equestrian, boating, and dog bite incidents

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His results speak for themselves. Recent recoveries include:

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• $3.1 million for a pedestrian client struck by vehicle

• $2.5 million for a client who suffered a hip fracture due to a dangerous floor conditio

• $1.25 million for a client injured in a motor vehicle accident

Mr. Napolitano is known for building powerful, evidence‑driven cases through rigorous investigation and the strategic use of expert testimony—from accident reconstruction and engineering analysis to advanced medical proof of damages. His approach reflects Leitner Warywoda’s “New York‑tough” philosophy: fearless advocacy, relentless preparation, and accountability for negligent defendants.

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Recognized by his peers for excellence in trial advocacy, Mr. Napolitano has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star for five consecutive years (2021–2025) and honored by The National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Under 40.

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A graduate of St. John’s University School of Law, he is admitted to practice in New York and actively involved in multiple professional trial lawyer organizations.

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Mr. Napolitano joined Leitner Warywoda to help expand the firm’s capacity to handle high‑stakes personal injury, construction accident, and wrongful death cases statewide—and to ensure that New Yorkers and their families have powerful advocates fighting for the results they deserve.

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