CHRISTOPHER D. MAURIELLO, ESQ.
Chris is the founder of Mauriello Law Offices.
He has been a trusted and respected trial attorney since 1986. He also serves
as a certified mediator for North Carolina district and superior courts.
Admitted to Practice by the State Bars of:
North Carolina
South Carolina
Florida
New York
Ohio
Admitted to Federal Practice by the United States District Courts for the:
Middle District of North Carolina
Western District of North Carolina
Southern District of Florida
Northern, Eastern and Southern districts of New York
Memberships and Affiliations:
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Mecklenburg County Bar Association
Education:
State University of New York-Albany, Bachelor of Arts, 1981
Nova Southeastern University, Juris Doctorate, 1985
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Career Background:
Chris is a third-generation trial attorney. His grandfather, Angelo Mauriello, emigrated from Italy in 1909, graduated from NYU law and spent his career as an attorney in New York City, where he worked for the Attorney General’s Office and the New York City Civil Service Commission. Chris’s father, Andrew Mauriello, a World War II veteran and Fordham law graduate, began his career as an Assistant District Attorney and later co-founded the largest personal-injury firm in New York State, Finkelstein, Mauriello, Kaplan, Levine, P.C., known currently as Finkelstein & Partners.
In 1986 Chris began his career in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he served as lead trial counsel for the Palm Beach County Attorneys’ Office. He handled a diverse range of civil claims, including defending the county in traffic accidents and road designs, disputes between coastal cities and claims of governmental “sovereign immunity”.
As a highlight Chris successfully argued before the Florida Supreme Court, which resulted in the landmark decision, Konney v. Palm Beach County, et al, 587 So.2d 1292, a case involving the defense of sovereign immunity in a wrongful death action.
In 1993 Chris returned to New York State and tried numerous personal-injury and related cases throughout the state.
In 1997 Chris was hired by a leading personal injury firm in North Carolina, where he handled asbestos related disease and personal-injury cases.
In 2004 Chris founded Mauriello Law Offices, P.C. in Cornelius, North Carolina where we’ve been successfully anchored since.
Chris has been been practicing for 38 years and over 20 years here in Lake Norman area.
Referencing the hundreds of clients represented by Mauriello Law, Chris says:
We’ve had an incredible tapestry of interesting cases with all too often devastating injuries and effects on our clients and their families.
We’ve represented folks seriously injured at the pedestrian-bridge collapse at the Charlotte motor speedway, those affected by the loss of a loved one in wrongful death claims, including a wall collapse at a construction site in Charlotte, an accident at a pallet shredding facility in Greensboro, and a trench collapse in Mooresville. We’ve also represented hundreds of clients in both major and minor auto and tractor-trailer accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions
As your attorneys, we will listen to you, advise you and fight for you.
The simple answer is your case is worth, based on the law, facts and risks that apply, what a 12-person jury in North Carolina would award for such a claim. The reason for this answer is that a seasoned personal injury attorney knows that a case can either settle or be presented to a jury. Most cases do in fact settle because both the person injured (plaintiff) and the insurance company representing the individual at fault (defendant) weigh and assess the risk of proceeding forward to a jury trial against the accepted benefit of getting the case resolved voluntarily.
There are many factors that enter into the determination of a personal injury settlement but the primary three (3) are liability, legal damages and insurance coverage.
- Liability relates to negligence or fault of the defendant and (especially in North Carolina) the absence of fault of the plaintiff, as North Carolina is a “contributory negligence” state meaning the plaintiff must be 100% free of fault;
- Legal damages typically include medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering;
- Insurance coverage relates to the amount of liability coverage the defendant has for the accident and injuries and also any coverage the plaintiff has such as uninsured or underinsured coverage that may apply.
As to the time it typically takes for a case to settle, most cases will settle after the injured person completes his or her medical care, the medical records and bills are obtained and then exchanged with the opposing insurance company. This can take on average 4-6 weeks after the completion of medical treatment but can vary depending on need for further documentation.
It costs nothing to evaluate your case. We evaluate any potential claim for free. In order to do so either e-mail us the basic facts of your claim or call our office for a free consultation. Also, if you cannot get to our office we will arrange to meet with you at your home or best location. Note also during this period of Covid-19 we can complete any paperwork needed for your claim remotely and without the need for a face to face meeting.
What Our Clients Say About Us
The professional and expeditious manner in which Chris Mauriello and his Associates addressed our collection issues produced positive results each time we have needed his service. I’ve been in the international service business for over 40 years and have not received the level of service Mauriello gave me with anyone else. I would readily recommend their services.
Ricky S.
My experience with Mauriello Law Offices was 100% positive! I would not consider going to any other attorney. I received the entire amount that I was seeking in my settlement, including my attorney fees. Chris Mauriello is a highly skilled attorney who fights hard for his clients!
Erik M., MD
Mauriello Law Offices represented my grandmother when she was injured after a fall. North Carolina is one of only 2 states that still has a loophole in the law that can protect establishments from such cases. In spite of this Chris was able to secure a settlement to help my grandmother with her medical bills. He truly went above and beyond while working with our family. He demonstrated incredible knowledge of the law, took the time to explain it in terms we could understand and always took as much time as needed to answer any questions. He even continued to follow up with my grandmother after the settlement had been reached. He and his amazing team became an extension of our family. They genuinely invest in their clients and fight to get them the possible outcome even in the most unfortunate situations. I honestly don’t know what we would have done without the help of Mauriello Law.
Katy B.
Among over a dozen law firms I contacted for my difficult product-liability case, Mauriello Law Offices was the only one up to the task. They quickly assessed my case and informed me of how things really stood. They did not try to sell me their services by offering empty promises and raising false hopes. They told me what they could do – and they delivered, exceptionally. For those looking for a law firm and wanting straightforward and honest expertise with results to match, call on Chris Mauriello and his team.
Patrick S., Charlotte client injured by product defect
I was referred to Mauriello Law Offices by an associate to handle a cargo claim. The staff members at Mauriello Law have always presented themselves in an efficient, professional manner and have always been available for any of my questions. Although our case is still ongoing, our overall experience with Mauriello Law is very positive, regardless of whether we win or lose!
Tim H., member-manager of Mooresville business
Mauriello Law was there when I needed them. They took on my case promptly, did the work, and handed me the check. I could not have asked for more.
Sheila D., Cornelius resident and auto accident client
What a great group of professionals here at Mauriello Law a Offices. Wonderful advise and professional service from caring people.
Gloria C.
Mauriello Law has been one of the best firms I have ever had to work with from the attorney to staff. The attention to detail for my case and what was in my best interest was the best experience I have ever had. This firm works hard to get you the best results in your case. I would definitely use Mauriello Law again should the need arise.
Judy S.B.
I will certainly recommend to my friends if an issue arises.
Luda E.
Honest, knowledgeable, reliable local family business.
Ingrid H.