Mary T. Gidaro

Partner

Mary T. Gidaro is a seasoned trial attorney with over 20 years of experience representing individuals and families in catastrophic injury cases. Known for her compassionate approach and relentless advocacy, she has secured multimillion-dollar recoveries for clients facing life-altering injuries.

Mary’s practice focuses on medical malpractice, construction accidents, trucking accidents, product liability, and other complex litigation matters. She takes a hands-on approach from the very beginning of a case, carefully investigating each claim, consulting with experts, and negotiating effectively to build the strongest possible position for her clients. With a decade of experience as a defense attorney, she understands opposing strategies firsthand, enabling her to anticipate challenges, counteract tactics, and maximize compensation for injured plaintiffs.

Known for her authenticity and unwavering commitment to her clients, Mary understands that behind every case is a person whose life has been turned upside down, and she takes the time to truly listen, support, and guide them through the legal process. Clients trust her not only for her legal skill but also for her honest advice, practical guidance, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome.

“Representing a client means more than just providing legal counsel. I wear many hats, helping clients navigate all the issues, decisions, and uncertainties that they face along the way.”

Mary has successfully handled numerous high-stakes cases, securing significant recoveries for clients facing devastating injuries, including:

  • Multimillion-dollar settlement on behalf of a brain-damaged client who was severely injured in a fire.
  • Six-figure verdict in a difficult medical malpractice matter in a conservative venue.
  • Prevailed in an appellate argument in the Pennsylvania Superior Court resulting in a new trial for the client.
  • $2,300,000 – Negligent spinal surgery resulting in Brown Sequard Syndrome.

Active in the legal community, Mary serves as a Judge Pro Tempore and an Arbitrator for the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas and previously served a three-year term as a member of the Board of Governors for The Justinian Society. She is also a member of multiple professional organizations, including the Philadelphia Bar Association, Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association, Pennsylvania Association for Justice, New Jersey Association for Justice, New York Bar Association, and the Justinian Society.

A first-generation American, Mary was raised with the values of hard work, perseverance, and a deep appreciation for the challenges and opportunities life can present. She carries these principles into her legal practice, ensuring that every client receives dedicated, compassionate, and results-driven representation.

Admissions

  • Pennsylvania, 1992
  • New Jersey, 1992
  • New York, 2003
  • Pennsylvania State Court, 1992
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of PA, 1992
  • New Jersey State Court, 1992
  • New York State Court, 2003

Education

  • Villanova University School of Law, J.D., 1992
  • Temple University School of Law, LL.M. Trial Advocacy, 2006
  • Boston University, M.S., summa cum laude
  • The Pennsylvania State University, B.S., magna cum laude

Professional Organizations

  • The Justinian Society, Board Member, 2017 to 2019
  • Philadelphia Bar Association
  • Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Pennsylvania Association of Justice
  • New Jersey Association of Justice
  • Arbitrator for The Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas

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