Thomas Mortati Named 2026 Capital Region "Lawyer of the Year" for Plaintiff's Medical Malpractice Law

Harding Mazzotti LLP announced that Supervising Attorney Thomas J. Mortati has been named the 2026 "Lawyer of the Year" for plaintiff's medical malpractice law in the Capital Region, encompassing the Albany area, by Best Lawyers®.

This recognition is awarded to only one attorney per practice area within a designated geographic region. The selection is peer-reviewed, acknowledging the recipient's abilities, professionalism, and integrity.

Paul Harding, managing partner at Harding Mazzotti LLP, commented on Mortati's contributions. "We couldn't be prouder of Tom and the work he has done on behalf of our clients to ensure that they are justly compensated for their injuries caused by medical providers, device manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies," Harding stated.

In his eight years with Harding Mazzotti LLP, Mortati has secured nearly $30 million in settlements for medical malpractice and medical device liability cases. He has also recovered millions in settlements related to wrongful death and product liability injuries. Mortati has tried nearly 100 cases to verdict and is admitted to practice in New York and Connecticut, as well as several federal courts.