Missy Duarte, Esq., is a seasoned attorney and partner at Faugno Weis Katcher Duarte LLC in Hackensack, New Jersey. With a distinguished career in personal injury law, she has secured millions in verdicts and settlements for her clients, demonstrating exceptional litigation and negotiation skills. Her expertise spans auto accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. As a lead trial attorney, she has successfully handled complex litigation, earning recognition from peers and legal organizations. Beyond her legal practice, Missy plays a key role in business development, mentoring associates, and fostering firm growth.

Before joining her current firm, Missy served as a Senior Associate at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., where she managed an extensive caseload of 145 personal injury cases, overseeing every phase from inception to trial. Her career began in public service as an Assistant Public Defender in Florida, where she represented indigent clients in felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile cases. This foundation honed her trial advocacy skills and deepened her commitment to justice. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to navigate complex legal challenges while maintaining a client-centered approach.

Missy is an active member of the legal community, holding memberships in the New Jersey Bar Association and the New Jersey Association for Justice. She has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by New Jersey Super Lawyers and named among the Top 10 Best Attorneys by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys.

A dedicated advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, she has contributed to industry discussions through speaking engagements and committee leadership.