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5.0 /5.0
33 Client Reviews
I understand the hardships faced by individuals when they have to square off against an insurance company with unlimited resources, often times when they are least able to handle the financial and emotional burdens of such battles. In the ERISA, disability, life and long term care claims area, an experienced and compassionate advocate can level the playing field and make success attainable. My philosophy is simple: when you are right, don't take "no" for an answer.
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Practice Areas
37 years
44 years
44 years
$ 450-600 per hour
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
State: New York
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
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433 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
www.uqur.comFax
43 West 43rd Street, Suite 166, New York, NY, 10036
www.uqur.com
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Posted by Matthew | July 02, 2012 | Social Security Disability
Michael Quiat
I have personally seen Mike Quiat in action on ERISA long term disability cases. Mike takes a personal interest in the case, from pre-litigation appeal through briefing to result. One of his most impressive characteristics is a genuine concern for the client's well-being. He spends time with his E...
Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2012 | Business
Attorney Evaluation
I've worked with many attorneys over the course of my business career. Mr. Quiat is not only knowledgeable and capable, but also highly professional. I had no surprises and was impressed by the ease with which he navigated complex legal waterways. He was easy to work with and got results.
Posted by Tom | July 01, 2012 | Social Security Disability
A top notch attorney.
Mike Quiat is an extraordinary attorney specializing in long term disability claims. His extensive experience and expertise was instumental in obtaining and maintaining my LTD benefits. Mike was always accessible and responsive to the many questions and concerns I had. The compassion he showed and...
Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2012 | Insurance
Client
Mr. Quiat is an outstanding attorney. He is very knowledgable about insurance matters and the results of my case were better than I had expected. Mr. Quiat also has a great demeanor and was able to quickly calm my anxiety over how I would be treated by my insurance carrier. I greatly appreciated t...
"I've known Mike Quiat for over ten years now as a consequence of working together and sharing our professional perspectives with each other on a variety of matters. Mike is a consummate professional with five star expertise and achievements, especially in the areas of private disability insurance and ERISA claims. You can always trust Mike to tell you the truth, and be there when you need him most."
Litigation lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Client Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®
2015
Top Lawyers of New Jersey, Inside New Jersey
2015
Top Rated New York Lawyers, New York Magazine
2014
New Jersey Legal Leaders, Wall Street Journal
1985 - Present
Managing Partner, Uscher, Quiat, Uscher & Russo, PC
Member
Member
Member
Member
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
ERISA Benefits Litigation for the Non-ERISA Attorney: Avoiding the Minefields
2014
ERISA For Dummies: What Every Lawyer Needs to Know About ERISA But is Afraid to Ask
1981
English
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