Marissa A. Maggio

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Marissa Maggio focuses on representing individuals who have been injured. With more than 25 years practicing law and Board Certification in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, she serves as an aggressive advocate for people hurt through no fault of their own and litigates for the rights of individuals against powerful insurance companies and corporations in pursuit of justice. Marissa practices law in both state and federal courts and dedicates a majority of her time to representing seriously and catastrophically injured individuals harmed by non subscriber workplace, trucking, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents, as well as those harmed by defective products. Prior to practicing in personal injury law, Marissa worked as an attorney with the international law firm of Fulbright & Jaworski. There, she developed a knowledge and proficiency in the practice of Environmental Law and Intellectual Property.

A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Marissa received her Bachelors in Business Administration with honors in 1992. During her attendance at the University, she competed in Track and Field as a Lady Longhorn. She also competed at the international level.

Marissa earned her Juris Doctorate in 1995 from the Emory University School of Law. Originally from New York, she has also lived and practiced in Austin, Texas. Marissa is admitted to practice law in Texas, Connecticut, and New York.

Education:

• Law School: Emory University School of Law
• College/University: The University of Texas at Austin

Admissions:

• Texas, 1997
• New York, 2012
• Connecticut, 2013
• North District of Texas, 2016
• Eastern District of Texas, 2020

Honors and Awards

• Italian National Team, Track and Field, European Championships, 1994
• USA Olympic Festival Qualifier, 1993
• Hall of Fame, New York State Section IX Track and Field Inductee, 2018
• GO FOR IT!, Pilot for Television Documentary, 2002 – 2003
• Character in Franki Amato Mystery Series written by Traci Andrighetti

Published Works & Certifications

• Board Certified - Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas

In the Media

• Attorney at Law Magazine – 2024 Athletes in Law Issue, Featured Story: "Marissa Maggio: A Mission for Excellence"

Languages Spoken

• Italian
• Spanish