Nathalie C. Hackett is an accomplished litigator with extensive experience in general and professional liability defense, as well as subrogation of high-exposure property damage claims. Known for her superior legal acumen and pragmatic approach to litigation, she has achieved numerous favorable outcomes for clients, including multiple seven-figure recoveries.
In recognition of her leadership and impact in the legal profession, Ms. Hackett was named among the Top 50 Women Leaders in Law for 2025 by Women We Admire, a professional network of accomplished female executives and leaders across the U.S. and Canada.
Since beginning her career in 2001, Ms. Hackett has served in a wide range of roles within the insurance industry, including positions focused on personal injury claims, fraud investigation, property and casualty coverage, subrogation and recovery, employee dishonesty, directors' and officers' liability, and employment liability. She also completed a rigorous underwriting training program. Her legal insight and meticulous attention to detail have made her a trusted advisor to both colleagues and clients, and her consistent delivery of results has earned her a reputation as a highly respected legal professional.
Ms. Hackett holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Monmouth University, a Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law, a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Trial Advocacy from Temple University Beasley School of Law, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management from Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business.
She is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court; the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the District of New Jersey; the state courts of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia; and the courts of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Dennis Blunt is an experienced trial litigator who has developed a solid reputation for guiding clients through complex legal disputes. He leads trial teams to help executives and company leaders navigate bet-the-company litigation at the intersection of business and government.
Dennis works with companies expanding into Louisiana to coordinate public-private partnerships, business incentives and government relations strategies. When economic development projects face obstacles, his strong relationships with regulators help clients find solutions that minimize reputational and operational impacts. He often represents businesses in administrative hearings and trials involving Louisiana Economic Development, the Louisiana Department of Insurance, and other administrative boards and commissions.
Dennis’ comprehensive understanding of all aspects of business growth benefits clients across public and private industries. Clients call on Dennis to lead their defense in any commercial dispute they face, including:
- Antitrust actions
- Business torts
- Casualty claims
- Class-action defense
- Lender liability issues
- Licensing issues
- Noncompete enforcement
- Officer and director disputes
- Provider reimbursement issues
- Public meeting, record and bid protests
His ability to work collaboratively with regulators informs Dennis’ counsel to banking and finance clients. He also defends educational institutions against a wide range of administrative and commercial disputes, and he serves as general counsel for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System. Lenders and health insurers rely on his knowledge of agency expectations to develop litigation strategies and resolve difficult legal challenges.
Dennis chairs the firm's Diversity and Inclusion Committee and serves as vice managing partner of its Baton Rouge office.
At the Maloney Law Group PLLC, we have years of combined legal experience working with clients in the New York area. Our attorneys assist businesses and individuals that need representation for their commercial litigation, intellectual property, estate planning, and complex law legal problems.
When you choose The Maloney Law Group PLLC to handle your legal case, you are getting highly trained, experienced litigators that will advocate on your behalf.
Jennifer Provost is one of the most accomplished trial attorneys in the state of New York. With an impressive track record of numerous trials to verdict and a consistent record of success, Jennifer is a force to be reckoned with both inside and out of the courtroom.
With over 25 years of experience, Jennifer's expertise lies in tort litigation, particularly in transportation, premises liability, and New York Labor Law. But her talents go beyond simply winning cases. Jennifer excels at helping clients identify potential risks and implementing strategies to prevent them. And if those risks become reality, she skillfully manages the aftermath, ensuring a swift recovery while minimizing further risks and advancing her clients' business objectives.
One of the highlights of Jennifer's career was her time as associate counsel with Consolidated Edison of New York, where she achieved numerous favorable jury verdicts. She also successfully defended the New York City Transit Authority in Bronx County, securing almost 20 defense verdicts. Her exceptional reputation led her to become a senior trial attorney with a respected multinational finance and insurance corporation, where she handled high-stakes and complex cases involving severe burns, fatalities, and dismemberment.
What sets Jennifer apart is her ability to quickly assess a case and determine the most effective measures to achieve success. This skill has been honed throughout her career and is consistently employed to the benefit of her clients.
Jennifer is a member of WSHB’s Rapid Response Team, and is widely called upon by clients around the world for her expertise. As a trial attorney who combines experience, expertise, and a proven track record, Jennifer Provost is the ally you can trust.
PRIMARY PRACTICE AREAS
- Complex Tort and Casualty
- Construction
- Transportation
EDUCATION
- City University of New York School of Law (J.D., 1997)
- Academic Standing Committee
- Scholarship Committee
- NYS Higher Education Scholarship Recipient
- Black Law Students Association – President
- Queens College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1993)
LICENSED TO PRACTICE IN
- New York
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Flynn D. Broady, Jr., an Army combat veteran and prosecutor, became District Attorney of the Cobb Judicial Circuit on Jan. 1, 2021 with a vow to hold violent criminals accountable while restoring nonviolent offenders to productive lives. DA Broady believes wider community engagement, including expanded access to accountability courts and more visible victim advocacy, are essential to that effort. DA Broady is a native of Birmingham. He spent more than two decades in the Army as an instructor, a recruiter and a combat infantryman with tours in Iraq. He earned his law degree at Seton Hall University, where he also led ROTC. He previously prosecuted cases in the Solicitor General’s Office and also served as coordinator of the Veterans Treatment and Accountability Court. He and his family live in Marietta.