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Michael J. Cicala earned his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2003. Upon completion of Seton Hall, Mr. Cicala served a judicial clerkship with Daniel P. Mecca, P.J.S.C. in Bergen County for the 2003 - 2004 court year. Mr. Cicala soon joined the boutique firm of Sodini and Spina, primarily representing banking clients. He then proceeded to Wilson Elser in Newark, continuing to represent commercial clients in all aspects of their business.
After a number of years and seeking to diversify his practice, Mr. Cicala started his own firm. In starting that practice, Mr. Cicala sought to represent clients on a wider variety of issues and give each client the individual attention that is lacking at larger firms. Mr. Cicala has gained experience in litigating all aspects of family matters, commercial litigation, landlord / tenant issues, municipal court, and traffic matters. He has also developed experience in transactional work, including residential real estate closings and estate planning.
Mr. Cicala is a member of the Warren County Bar Association and is currently an adjunct professor of Legal Studies at Sussex County Community College.
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Posted by anonymous | December 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Do not hire
Just took my money and did nothing to defend me. Did not return my calls in time and asked me to consent to the opposing side at trial. Asked me to get police report instead of requesting it himself. Misled me. Waste money and time. Just used me. I regret hiring him.
Posted by Greg | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Got me custody back
I got into a custody battle with my girlfriend. DYFS got involved. I couldn't see my kid because DYFS thought I was beating my wife. I wasn't and Mr. Cicala got it all straightened out. He helped me get some treatment and fought to get me custody back. I'm back living with my wife and son. ...
Posted by Jack | September 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Credit Cards
I got behind on some of my credit cards and missed a lot of payments. I ignored the problem for a long time until I got sued in the mail. I called Mike and he filed some paperwork to slow the lawsuit down. The other firm tried to bully me into paying something I couldn't afford but Mike went to co...
Posted by Mary | June 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Tickets and Accident
I got a lot of tickets. I was driving and the other guy hit my car into a parked car with people in it. The cops were unfair to me because I didn't do anything. Mike went to court with me and I got no points. I only got a small fine and Mike got me months to pay. He did great and stood up for me...
Posted by Poresh | April 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Restraining Order
My girlfriend got a restraining order against me when she lied to the cops about me. She said I hit her but I never did. I called Mike and he went to court with me. He got the case thrown out even before seeing the judge. He talked to my girlfriend's lawyer and made sure that the charges were dro...
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cicala's knowledge and experience make him an excellent choice for anyone looking for an attorney practicing in this area."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is detail oriented and hard working. In my experience Mike is always trying to get the best deal for his client."
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1900 - Present
Of Counsel, Freeman Law Center, LLC
2005 - 2006
, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker
2004 - 2005
, Sodini & Spina, LLC
2003 - 2004
, The Honorable Daniel P. Mecca, JSC
2008 - 2014
Warren County Bar AssociationMember
Reversed on Appeal
Reversed on Appeal
Reversed on Appeal
2003
J.D.
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Estates & Trusts
2002
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