Queens Village, NY

Tricia Smith, Esq.

Tricia Smith is senior litigation attorney at the Law Office of Seni Popat and specializes in personal injury law. With 10 years of practice under her belt, she is a zealous litigator who has argued at all levels in state court from Civil Court up to the New York Court of Appeals. Tricia is also a skilled negotiator with a proven track record of success, resulting in millions of dollars secured for her clients. What makes Tricia unique is that she truly cares about her clients and is committed to helping them obtain the compensation they deserve and to make the legal process as stress-free for them as possible so that they can focus on what’s most important- their recovery. Meticulous in her preparation, she takes pride in her work product. She will take the time to get to know you and how this injury has changed your life. While she will not sugar coat the facts of your case, you will be treated with the utmost respect as a person with real hardships and needs. Her compassion combined with her thorough, analytical and tailored approach to each client’s case, has earned her the respect of clients, colleagues and adversaries, alike. Tricia also has a unique perspective that is advantageous to her clients, as she has worked on both the plaintiff and defendant side in insurance litigation, thereby providing her the knowledge and skills to negotiate with difficult insurance carriers. She has also previously worked for a Chief Justice, giving her behind-the-scenes insight from a judicial perspective as to how to properly prepare and prosecute litigation matters. Tricia was born, raised and currently lives in Queens with her husband and their beloved fur-baby, Margaret May (aka “Maggie”). She’s a “foodie” who loves to travel whenever possible.

Seni Popat

At the Law Office of Seni Popat, you will work directly with Seni Popat, the principal attorney at the firm. He has represented hundreds of injured clients, clients facing bankruptcy, and many other legal matters. During difficult times, Seni understands the impact these situations can have on your life, your family, and your well-being. He strives to bring stability to his clients while focusing on obtaining results in a quick and most effective manner. He is well-known and respected amongst his colleagues in the profession, including by many judges, and has earned the reputation of a being fierce litigator. Seni has almost a decade of experience in fighting for his clients in the courtroom; he has argued before many judges, at settlement conferences, in State and Federal court hearings, at arbitrations, and before judges and jurors at trial. He has been selected by his colleagues for inclusion on the list of Super Lawyers-a status only a select few receive in the legal profession. He is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey, as well as the Federal Courts in Eastern and Southern District of New York. Seni was raised in Queens, NY, attended Hofstra University undergraduate in Nassau County, NY, and obtained his Juris Doctor from Touro Law in Suffolk County, NY. He is as “local” as it gets and values his local clients. Seni understands the importance of tackling legal issues head-on and providing guidance, information, and direction when it's needed most. He always puts his clients and their best interests first.

Gerard Misk

Gerard Misk is a trial attorney with twenty years of experience handling all types of personal injury, products liability and medical malpractice cases. He handles all of our injured clients’ cases from inception through trial and appeal if necessary. His personal attention to every matter is what sets him apart from other attorneys.

Tuli Bose

Tuli Bose is a dedicated paralegal at the Law Office of Seni Popat P.C., where she specializes in bankruptcy and personal injury law. A proud native of Queens, NY, Tuli earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. With aspirations to advance into a leadership position and enhance her legal career, she is also focused on becoming a litigation paralegal. This year, she celebrated a personal milestone by purchasing a house with her parents. Outside of work, Tuli enjoys music, shopping, and spending time with friends. Fluent in both Bengali and Hindi, she combines her cultural background with her passion for the law as she works toward her professional goals.

Elizabeth Reynoso

Elizabeth Reynoso is a dedicated litigation paralegal at a personal injury law firm, where she excels in providing comprehensive legal support to secure the compensation clients deserve. Her passion for justice and efficiency drives her to streamline the legal process for both attorneys and clients. Hailing from Queens, New York, Elizabeth is an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Political Science at the City University of New York School of Professional Studies. Her personal aspirations include traveling the globe, while professionally, she is committed to deepening her expertise in the legal field. In her leisure time, Elizabeth enjoys reading, hiking, traveling, and baking. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is skilled in case management, legal research, and negotiation support. Elizabeth is also fervently preparing for the LSAT with aspirations of attending law school and is actively involved in volunteering at her church. Her dedication to both her professional and personal development highlights her commitment to making a significant impact in her community and the legal realm.

Nimka Khanna

Nimka Khanna is a dedicated Office Coordinator at the Law Office of Seni Popat P.C. in Queens, NY. She holds an undergraduate degree from Stony Brook University, where she built a solid foundation. Specializing in personal injury law, she is fluent in Hindi and English. When not at work, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, cooking, traveling and finding joy in those connections.