About Martha Sokol

Martha Sokol McCarty is a dedicated attorney and the president of the Law Office of Martha Sokol McCarty, PC, located at 650 Halstead Avenue, Suite 105, in Mamaroneck, New York. Since 1981, she has focused her legal practice on real estate law, which encompasses both residential and commercial closings, as well as zoning and planning issues. Her commitment to providing personal attention to each client has established her practice as a trusted resource in the community. Ms. McCarty earned her Juris Doctor from Albany Law School in 1980, following her Bachelor of Science in Consumer Economics and Public Policy from Cornell University in 1977. These educational credentials laid a solid foundation for her legal career.

This lets the attorney navigate complex real estate transactions and regulatory matters effectively. Her experience since her admission to the New York State Bar in 1981 gave her the skills necessary to handle many legal challenges. In addition to her legal practice, Ms. McCarty has made significant contributions to her community. From 2016 to 2020, she served as President of the Village of Mamaroneck Public Library Board of Trustees, where she played a vital role in promoting literacy and community engagement. Her commitment to public service continued as she served as a Deputy Town Prosecutor for the Town of Rye from 2010 to 2020, focusing on vehicle and traffic cases.

This role allowed her to engage with the local legal system and support law enforcement efforts in the community. Her involvement in local governance extends back to her time on the Harbor Commission and Coastal Zone Management from 2002 to 2006. She also served on the Village of Mamaroneck Zoning Board of Appeals from 1994 to 2000, where she held the position of Deputy Chair from 1984 to 1994. These roles reflect her dedication to ensuring responsible development and land use in her community. Professionally, Ms. McCarty has held leadership positions in various bar associations — Since 2005, she has been the Co-Treasurer of the Mamaroneck Harrison Larchmont Bar Association.

Additionally, she is an active member of the New Rochelle Bar Association. Her leadership in the Westchester County Bar Association includes serving as Co-Chair of the Real Estate Section in 2007 and 2008, as well as being a member of its Executive Committee since 2010. Residing in Mamaroneck, New York, Ms. McCarty continues to be a prominent figure in both the legal and local communities.

Education

Albany Law School

J.D. (1980)

1977

Cornell University

B.S. | Consumer Economics and Public Policy

1973

Experience

President

Village of Mamaroneck Public Library Trustee
2016

President of the Board of Trustees

Village of Mamaroneck Public Library
2016

Deputy Town Prosecutor

Town of Rye, Port Chester, NY
2010

has membership

Harbor Commission and Coastal Zone Management
2002

Village of Mamaroneck Zoning Board of Appeals

Village of Mamaroneck Trustee
1994

Sole practitioner and President

Law Office of Martha Sokol McCarty, PC
1989

Deputy Chair

Mamaroneck Village Zoning Board of Appeals
1984

Accepted Jurisdictions

New York

Court Admissions

New York State Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1981

Types of Cases Handled

Real Estate Law

Legal Services Scope

Residential Closings Commercial Closings Zoning Planning

Professional Associations

Mamaroneck Harrison Larchmont Bar Ass n

Co-Treasurer 2005 - Current

New Rochelle Bar Ass n

member 2005 - Current

Village of Mamaroneck Public Library

President 2017 - 2020

Westchester County Bar Ass n

Co-Chair for the Real Estate Section 2007 - 2008