Windham, NY

Matthew F. Rice

Regarded as one of the most passionate trial attorneys to litigate complex high-exposure personal injury matters in the tri-state area, Matthew “Matt” Rice possesses an unequaled fire and drive to succeed for his clients. Such commitment has brought impressive outcomes from the very outset of his career.

Steven R. Hymowitz

A warm and caring lawyer known for his success with medical malpractice cases and construction accidents, Steve Hymowitz is experienced in serving people who need help, but who do not have the resources to fight the big insurance companies on their own. With Steve, say fellow attorneys, “it’s all about his clients.”

Robert L. Fellows

Widely regarded as one of the region’s most successful plaintiff’s attorneys, Rob Fellows is the firm’s managing partner. Rob brings more than 40 years of experience and legal skill to the courtroom and to his clients, where his reputation for meticulous attention to detail, relentless preparation, and aggressive advocacy has gained him the respect of colleagues, judges, and adversaries alike.

Joanne R. Horowitz

Joanne concentrates her practice on negligence, personal injuries, construction accidents, and medical malpractice law. An experienced injury lawyer, Joanne has been associated with Fellows Hymowitz Rice since 1998. She conducts much of the research involved in the firm’s cases, writing briefs in connection with motions and appeals. Joanne analyzes issues of law to enhance the value of a case. Joanne appears frequently in court, at depositions and argues appeals.

Margaret Porcelli

Margaret (Maggie) Porcelli is a focused, tenacious and dedicated litigator. As a former prosecutor in Bronx County New York, she successfully prosecuted many major felony cases, including several high profile homicides. Following her career in the public sector, she became senior trial counsel to several nationwide insurance carriers trying high exposure liability matters throughout the trial courts of New York. Ms. Porcelli is also a seasoned negotiator and has successfully resolved a wide variety of civil cases in alternate dispute forums. She has had leadership roles in both the corporate and public sector mentoring and training staff, and has been a panelist speaker on several panels for continuing legal education training.

Jake Yelin

Jake is a dedicated, hardworking and compassionate attorney. He has a unique perspective shaped by experience in representing both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of personal injury matters. Formerly defending insurers in diverse civil lawsuits, Jake now aggressively advocates for the seriously injured. The insight derived from early endeavors provides a unique opportunity of anticipating an adversary’s defense strategies and helps Jake build a strong case for clients in the pursuit of a maximum recovery.