Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP has served as trusted defense trial counsel and legal advisors to major healthcare providers, physician practice groups, local and national corporations, privately-held companies, governmental entities and municipalities, and individuals for more than 100 years.

MCB takes pride in its ability to provide innovative, practical and effective solutions to its clients’ legal issues. MCB distinguishes itself from other firms through the experience and talent of its attorneys and the level of responsiveness it provides to clients.

MCB by the Numbers

1912

Year Founded

90
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Attorneys

50
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Major Healthcare Providers Served

6

Locations

From Our Clients

“I’ve turned to MCB for each and every lawsuit I have been faced with because I know the Firm understands the complex nature of my practice and the importance of protecting my reputation”

Associate Vice President for Risk Management

Major New York University Medical Center

For 17 years, I have worked with other attorneys but none have come close to Mr. Mobilia’s high caliber. When meeting, he always accommodated my busy surgeon schedule and I have his undivided time and attention. He always takes the time to explain the law and its complexities. The reassurance and confidence he provides to me is invaluable. The quality of service and dedication he provides is priceless. He is a gleaming example of an individual truly dedicated to his craft and the clients he serves.

Martindale.com: Recommended 5.0/5.0

Client Review in Medical Malpractice.

“I have known Peter Crean professionally for over 20 years. What immediately stands out about Peter is his meticulous attention to detail in defending each case. His attentiveness is likened to that of a surgeon performing surgery – nothing is overlooked. Peter’s passion for defending his clients fuels him to wholeheartedly dig into the case to understand the medicine and to cover all the bases in representing his clients.”

Distinguished Professor of Surgery and Former Chairman of Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Major University Medical Center in NYC

Ms. McCrory is is an excellent attorney who is committed to her profession and dedicated to providing high quality service to her clients. I have never been disappointed with her work product – her results were always excellent.In addition, she is a good communicator. I was always kept up-to-date and never have been kept waiting for a response to any question I may have had.

Martindale.com: Recommended 5.0/5.0

By: Deputy General Counsel, New York, NY

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Senior Trial Partner Michael F. Madden, Senior Associate Richard Wolf, and Associate John Rohan, obtained denial of a petition to serve a late Notice of Claim in a case alleging MCB’s client, a municipal hospital, rendered negligent care prenatally and during labor
Senior Trial Partner, John J. Barbera, and Senior Associate, Christopher J. Daniel, obtained a defense verdict in Orange County Supreme Court, in a case involving allegations of improper discharge by MCB's client, a psychiatrist
Senior Trial Partner Jeff Lawton, and Partner Michael B. Manning, obtained a discontinuance on behalf of MCB’s client, a hospital, preceding jury selection. 
Senior Trial Partner, Christopher A. Terzian, and Senior Associate, Christopher J. Daniel, achieved a unanimous Jury verdict for the defense in Supreme Court, Orange County, in a wrongful death case
Senior Trial Partner, Jacqueline D. Berger, and Partner, Victor M. Ivanoff, secured summary judgment on behalf of MCB’s client surgeon who performed a cholecystectomy for gallbladder disease.
Senior Trial Partner, Jacqueline D. Berger, and Partner, Victor M. Ivanoff, obtained a discontinuance in a case involving alleged negligent prenatal treatment and labor and delivery care resulting in a baby born extremely prematurely
Partner Evan R. Schnittman, and Associates Simone A. Grey and Richard M. Ceglio successfully obtained summary judgment
Senior Trial Partner John J. Barbera and Partner Michael B. Manning obtained a discontinuance on behalf of the defendant hospital on the eve of jury selection.
Senior Trial Partners, Thomas A. Mobilia and Aryeh S. Klonsky, and Partner Gregory A. Cascino, secured summary judgment in a case where it was alleged MCB’s client, a vitreoretinal surgeon
Senior Trial Partner Daniel L. Freidlin, Partners Anina H. Monte and Kerona K. Samuels, and Associate Justin J. Provvido secured summary judgment
Senior Trial Partner William P. Brady, Partner Gregory J. Radomisli and Associate Fiachra Moody secured summary judgment
Managing and Appellate Partner, Michael N. Romano, and Partner Adam T. Brown, obtained summary judgment on behalf of MCB’s client, an orthopedic spine surgeon.
Senior Trial Partner John J. Barbera and Senior Associate Christopher J. Daniel obtained summary judgment in a case involving two unwitnessed and undocumented falls allegedly suffered by the decedent at the defendant facilities
Senior Trial Partner Christopher A. Terzian, assisted by Partner Victor M. Ivanoff, secured a unanimous defense verdict in Suffolk County Supreme Court.
Senior Trial Partner Thomas A. Mobilia, Partner Evan R. Schnittman and Associate Patrick G. Carey secured Summary Judgment in a matter involving an intra-operative injury to the plaintiff's left hepatic duct

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