Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. is proud to announce that several of the firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. These prestigious recognitions reflect the firm’s commitment to advocating for plaintiffs in high-stakes personal injury, medical malpractice, and complex litigation matters.
Eleni Coffinas Named 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” in Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
Among the firm’s many accolades, Member Eleni Coffinas has been named “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in New York City. This honor is one of the highest distinctions awarded by Best Lawyers and is reserved for only one attorney in each practice area and metropolitan region.
2026 Best Lawyers in America® Honorees
The following Sullivan Papain attorneys were recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®:
Garden City, NY
- John F. Nash – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Nicholas Papain – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs; Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Robert G. Sullivan – Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
New York, NY
- Albert B. Aquila – Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
- Vito A. Cannavo – Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Eleni Coffinas – Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Frank V. Floriani – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs; Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Thomas J. McManus – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Eric K. Schwarz – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Brian J. Shoot – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
2026 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America
Recognizing outstanding early-career attorneys, the Ones to Watch list features emerging leaders who demonstrate exceptional professional excellence. Sullivan Papain is proud to congratulate:
New York, NY
- Mark A. Apostolos – Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Ina Pecani – Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
These honors further affirm the firm’s reputation as a leader in advocacy, strategic trial work, and compassionate, client-focused representation. We congratulate all of our recognized attorneys and remain steadfast in our commitment to securing justice for those harmed by negligence and misconduct.