Matthew Rainis is a seasoned trial attorney based in Melville, New York, specializing in high exposure claims and complex litigation. With a robust practice that spans catastrophic injury and damage claims, medical malpractice defense, environmental litigation, products liability defense, construction cases, and attorney malpractice, Matt brings over three decades of legal expertise to every case he handles.
Admitted to practice in Connecticut since 1985 and New York since 1986, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and strategic advocacy. His legal foundation was built at St. John’s University School of Law, where he earned his J.D. in 1985, following his undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia, where he obtained a B.A. in 1982.
A respected member of the legal community, Matt is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the Nassau County Bar Association, Suffolk County Bar Association, the Defense Research Institute, and the Association for Healthcare Risk Management of New York. His dedication to his clients and his deep understanding of complex legal issues make him a trusted advocate in high-stakes litigation. He has been selected as a New York “Super Lawyer” since 2013.