Kristen Werner concentrates her practice on medical malpractice defense and focuses on healthcare facilities and nursing homes.  Prior to joining the firm, Kristen worked as a Claims Attorney for one of the largest medical malpractice insurance carriers in the State of New York.  There she gained extensive experience in handling medical malpractice claims, general liability claims and insurance coverage issues for hospital facilities, nursing and rehabilitation facilities and physicians.  Kristen started her law career as an associate with a Long Island law firm where she handled medical malpractice defense litigation, general liability negligence and residential real estate transactions.

Kristen graduated cum laude from Siena College in 2000 and obtained her Juris Doctor degree from St. John’s University School of Law in 2003.

She was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 2004.

Areas of Practice:

  • Medical Malpractice
  • Nursing Home Liability

Education:

  • Juris Doctor Degree – St. John’s University School of Law
  • Bachelor of Arts Degree – Siena College