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Maxwell Bottini

Firm Managing Partner

Max Bottini is the Firm Managing Partner heading the General Liability, Tort, and Insurance Defense department. He represents clients in catastrophic loss matters, construction litigation (New York Labor Law), commercial litigation, professional liability, products liability, premises liability, transportation law, dram shop liability, as well as other general liability and complex tort claims for primary and excess insurers. Additionally, Max’s practice includes domestic and international reinsurance transactions, including captive matters. With experience in over 50 trials and having tried more than 25 cases to verdict, he has selected approximately 75 juries across various venues. Max plays a crucial role in developing defense strategies as part of the trial team, ensuring thorough preparation for potential trials.

100 White Plains Road
Tarrytown, NY 10591

914-221-6508

65 Jesup Rd
Westport, CT 06880

914-221-6508

mbottini@coffeymodica.com

Overview

Max draws on his training as an Assistant District Attorney in the Kings County District Attorney’s Office to defend clients in high-profile, high-exposure catastrophic injury cases. While at the District Attorney’s Office, he investigated and prosecuted hundreds of misdemeanor and felony cases, presented cases to the grand jury, and conducted jury trials to verdict. This experience honed his presentation skills, ability to present evidence, and legal acumen, which inform how he practices today.

In addition to his trial experience, Max has appellate and federal court experience, having authored and argued several appeals in the First, Second, and Third Appellate Divisions.

Max has diligently worked with clients, experts, investigators, and professionals to provide exceptional legal representation and meticulous attention to each matter he and his team handle. His trial experience and expertise are highly sought after, making him a significant figure in the field. Additionally, Max is an alumnus of The Hotchkiss School, holds a B.A. from Villanova University, and a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, where he was also a recipient of the M. Glasser Scholarship and Brooklyn Law School’s Pro Bono Silver Award.

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Admissions

  • Connecticut
  • New York
  • District Court, Southern District of New York
  • US District Court, Eastern District of New York
  • US District Court, Northern District of New York
  • US District Court, Western District of New York

Government Service

  • Assistant District Attorney, Kings County (Brooklyn)
  • Intern, Civil Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, EDNY

Awards & Achievements

  • Selected as a 2023-2025 Super Lawyers® Rising Star, recognizing outstanding attorneys

Education

  • Brooklyn Law School, JD
  • Villanova University, BA