Michael A Austin

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Michael A Austin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Litigation Lawyer at Midland Park, NJ
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Commercial ... +7 more

666 Godwin Avenue, Suite 320, Midland Park, NJ

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About Michael

Biography

Michael Austin, a New Jersey native, has been practicing law for more than a decade with a concentration in business transactions, commercial real estate and litigation. Michael brings a diverse leg...

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Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Business 10%

Michael counsels closely held businesses in transactions, acquisitions, sales, contract matters, regulatory issues, and day to day legal concerns. He serves as trusted general counsel to many of his long time business clients.

19 years

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Commercial Real Estate 10%

Michael counsels clients on commercial real estate transactions including purchase, sales, leasing, development, land use, and financing.

19 years

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Debt Collection 10%

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Debt Settlement 10%

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Employment and Labor 10%

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Estate Planning 10%

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Guardianship 10%

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Litigation 10%

Michael's litigation experience is broad. The focus of his litigation practice involves commercial disputes, real estate litigation, and estate contests. His clients are counseled to make informed decisions and manage risk and achieve results.

19 years

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Real Estate 10%

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Trusts 10%

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Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2017

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 19 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Conte Clayton & Austin, P.A.

666 Godwin Avenue, Suite 320, Midland Park, NJ, 07432

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Michael A Austin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by Tom | April 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Commercial closing

Mr. Austin was retained to handle our commercial property closing. this was zoned industrial, and as everyone knows with commercial it is not like basic real estate it has moving parts with many different factors and contingencies. we had to deal with sellers and their multiple business partners with... different views, environmental, lengthy process to sign contracts.Mr. Austin New went to wait for their response and when to send proper time of the essence letters. He is very knowledgeable, he and his office staff are very responsive and reassuring. We completed the closing with additional follow ups and he continued to provide us with information for further beneficial steps to increase value. He was fair and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend. I witnessed what a poor attorney looked liked on the other side, missing information, always on vacation, weeks of lag response time, we spent more time sending update request then getting down to the matter at hand. This is why I was so pleased working with Mr. Austin.

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Great experience

Michael was so great in advising me purchasing my first home! Him and his staff Katie took care of everything and were so professional, I would recommend them to anyone, every question I had they answered and everything was done in a timely manner! They made something I thought would be so stressful... completely stress free

Posted by Jim | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

A Plus Plus

Mike and his staff were tremendous. Their communication was prompt, ongoing and best of all the firm stayed on top of things being proactive. One of Mike's best attributes is that he looks out for you and tries to get as much as he can for the dollar. Before he finalizes anything he checks with you t...o make sure you feel comfortable with the outcome. His methods are up to date. A special thanks to his assistant Katie. She was very patient and responsible. Many times I called on the weekend and received communication first thing Monday morning. Mike also worked very well with my realtor, contractor and engineering firm communicating constantly with updates. Every message sent to outgoing recipients was forwarded to myself as well. I would highly recommend Mike's services. The entire staff was very helpful and worked together to forward communication and help with questions when Mike was not in his office. Mike was always one step ahead of the buyers lawyer pushing for deadlines and updates. He was able to satisfy our needs even though we were not onsite. We wish to thank Mike and his staff very much!

Posted by Ron | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Real Estate Closing

Michael did a excellent job helping us deal with difficult buyers. He kept on top of all correspondence and always made himself available when we had questions or concerns. His paralegal, Katie, was also extremely helpful. He also did my son’s house closing and was highly recommended.

Posted by Damon | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Excellent Attorney and Staff

We were recommended to Michael from a friend and they proved their friendship is real. Michael was hired to help guide us through a home purchase and closing. He was very understanding with this being our first time. His sincere approach to giving advice and really allowing you to make the right deci...sion with knowing all of the facts and figures was greatly appreciated. His paralegal, Katie, did an excellent job and was always accessible. You can tell that their teamwork and comraderie has been developed over time and it works. They stayed on the same page throughout the process. Mike and Katie, both, were extremely responsive to all inquiries whether via e-mail or by phone. He is a pitbull who knows how to fight and explains the potential downside, but he is not afraid to go to the mat. I was extremely pleased with his temperment. Thanks to his knowledge of the law and homebuying process, my family and I felt like we made out on the upper end of the negotiations. The home closing was a very smooth experience and enjoyable. We were even laughing and learning at the meeting thanks to Mike and Katie. They are extreme professionals that I would happily work with again in the future.

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Michael A Austin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Jurista

Litigation lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike was opposing counsel in a case I was involved in and I can tell you that he is a great litigator. I would certainly work with him anytime."

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John Conte

Litigation lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Great organizational skills and excellent communication skills with clients. Very bright attorney."

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Samildre Perez

Real estate lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly respected in the community."

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Brian Shea

Litigation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Bahgat

Business lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Mike personally and professionally for several years now, and throughout that time I've found him to be an incredibly competent lawyer, with a strong work ethic. Because Mike is also very personable, if I were a client I would feel comfortable working with him."

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Andrew Bolson

Litigation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the opportunity to work with Michael as an attorney with Rubenstein Meyerson Fox Mancinelli Conte & Bern in Montvale, New Jersey. I consider Michael a mentor and a gifted lawyer. Whether it be a litigation matter, a real estate deal or a corporate transaction, Michael was always committed to making sure his clients obtained the best results possible."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Bergen's Top Lawyers - Commercial Litigation, 201 Magazine

2013

Bergen's Top Lawyers- Commercial Litigation, 201 Magazine

2013

Bergen's Top Lawyers- Zoning, Planning and Land Use, 201 Magazine

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Conte Clayton & Austin, P.A.

Associations

2017 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association- Leadership Academy

Fellow

2016 - 2016

New Jersey Business and Industry Association

Young Professionals Network- Committee Leader

2011 - 2017

New Jersey State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Executive Committee Member

Education

2006

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD

2002

Penn State University

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2017

NJSBA Young Lawyers Symposium

Business Transactions for Young Attorneys

2016

NJ State Bar Association Annual Conference

Depositions 101

2015

Top Gun School for Subacute Nurses

Employment Law

2014

Young Lawyers Symposium

Depositions

2014

NJICLE Seminar

Privacy Law for Business Clients

2013

Professional Development Seminar

Commercial Real Estate

2012

RealSource Round Table Series

Residential Real Estate Contracts

2011

Realsource Roundtable Series

Consumer Fraud for Realtors

Languages

English

Activity

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