Frances Malfa

Frances Malfa has extensive experience in professional liability defense of hospitals and physicians in negligence and wrongful death cases on behalf of large insurance carriers. Handling cases from inception to trial, Fran combines her knowledge of medical standards with skillful trial techniques. She has handled the full spectrum of claims that are brought against responsible licensed health care providers and institutions and maintains professional relationships with medical experts from some of the nation’s most respected institutions as well as sources in government and regulatory agencies.

Fran’s experience and confidence give her clients an edge in even the most difficult circumstances. Her vast background in the workings and regulations of the medical profession coupled with the leverage of a national firm give her entry to the kind of advisers, experts and technology that can make a real difference in court.

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Areas of Practice 1) Medical Malpractice & Health Care
Law School Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, J.D., 1994
Education Baruch College, B.B.A., 1991
Bar Member / Association New York State Bar Association
Most recent firm Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker
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Brian M. Jazaeri

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