About Mary-Rita K.

Mary-Rita K — Wallace is a dedicated personal injury attorney based in Uniondale, New York. She focuses on cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse. With a commitment to advocating for her clients, she has established a reputation for her thorough approach to legal representation. Her office is known for handling complex cases that require a understanding of both the law and the nuances of medical and nursing home practices. She earned her Juris Doctor from St. John's University School of Law.

This academic foundation gave her the skills necessary to handle the details of personal injury law. Throughout her career, she has served as a trial lawyer, gaining valuable courtroom experience that enhances her ability to represent clients effectively. Her practice often involves negotiating settlements and litigating cases to ensure her clients receive the compensation they deserve. Most of her cases involve serious injuries resulting from negligence or malpractice. Mary-Rita is particularly passionate about advocating for the elderly and vulnerable populations affected by nursing home abuse. Her cases typically progress through various legal stages, including initial consultations, gathering evidence, and, when necessary, trial proceedings.

She is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to present compelling arguments in court. Before establishing her practice, she held various roles that contributed to her expertise in personal injury law. Her experience includes working with litigation support services, where she developed her skills in case preparation and strategy development. This background has proven invaluable in her current role — This lets the attorney approach each case with a knowledge of the legal field. Mary-Rita is an active member of the Massachusetts State Bar and serves as the Chair of the Nassau County Grievance Committee. Her involvement in these organizations supports her maintaining high ethical standards within the legal profession.

Additionally, she is a board member of Life’s WORC, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. In her free time, Mary-Rita engages in community service and advocacy work, striving to make a positive impact in the lives of those she represents. Her dedication to her clients and her community shows her role as a trusted legal professional in New York. She continues to expand her knowledge and skills to better serve her clients in the ever-evolving field of personal injury law.

Education

St. John s University School of Law

J.D.

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Trial Lawyer

Duffy & Duffy, PLLC

Accepted Jurisdictions

New York
Massachusetts

Court Admissions

New York State Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Massachusetts State Supreme Judicial Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Gathering evidence Trial proceedings

Professional Associations

Massachusetts State Bar

has membership Current

Nassau County Grievance Committee

Chair Current

Life’s WORC

Board has membership Current