Kurt V. Wakefield, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Garden City, New York
Over 11 years of legal practice
AssociateatHeidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP
Garden City, NY
Practicing medical malpractice in Garden City since 2015.
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Kurt V. Wakefield is an associate based in Garden City, NY. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Kurt has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP.
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- Handles Medical Malpractice matters from Garden City, NY.
- Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kurt V. Wakefield: Kurt V. Wakefield is an associate based in Garden City, NY. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Kurt has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kurt takes on
Kurt concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kurt handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice cases in Garden City, New York
Kurt takes medical malpractice matters in Garden City, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kurt agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kurt V. Wakefield — medical malpractice lawyer in Garden City
Kurt V. Wakefield is an associate based in Garden City, NY. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Kurt has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP.
Kurt joined Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP as an associate in 2023. His focus is on defending doctors and other healthcare professionals, hospitals, urgent care centers, and healthcare networks.
Kurt handles his clients’ pre-trial litigation needs, including court appearances, fact investigation, legal research, motion practice, and discovery management.
Prior to joining HPM&B, Kurt worked for a prominent Chicago law firm defending employers and insurance carriers before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission. During law school, he served as President of the Kent Justice Foundation and was named to the Bar and Gavel Society for outstanding contributions to the law school and greater community.
Kurt is a member of the New York Bar Association.
Working with Kurt on a medical malpractice matter
Kurt joined Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP as an associate in 2023. His focus is on defending doctors and other healthcare professionals, hospitals, urgent care centers, and healthcare networks. Kurt handles his clients’ pre-trial litigation needs, including court appearances, fact investigation, legal research, motion practice, and discovery management. Prior to joining HPM&B, Kurt worked…
Clients Kurt works with
Kurt reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters in Garden City and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D. · 2015
Western Michigan University
B.A. · 2009
Jurisdictions
Kurt's state bar admissions
New York
2023 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2015 · ACTIVE
Kurt studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.A. in Western Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Kurt completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.A. in Western Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kurt runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kurt's professional memberships and bar associations
New York Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kurt V. Wakefield's office in Garden City
Kurt's primary office is at 1050 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY, 11530. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP
1050 Franklin Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530
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How to hire Kurt V. Wakefield — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kurt usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kurt charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kurt's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kurt will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Garden City, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kurt
Kurt discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kurt confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kurt's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kurt V. Wakefield
How much does it cost to hire Kurt for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kurt walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kurt offer a free consultation?
Kurt charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kurt's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Kurt's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in New York typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kurt gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kurt take my case if I'm outside Garden City?
Kurt is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kurt will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kurt?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kurt will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kurt accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Kurt's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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