Overall Rating
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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
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43 West 43rd Street, Suite 166, New York, NY, 10036
www.uqur.com
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Insurance
Posted by Eileen | March 20, 2023 | Insurance
Joel Zelkowitz
We were extremely pleased with the counsel provided by Joel Zelkowitz, of the firm Uscher, Quiat, Uscher, & Russo. Joel was immediately responsive to our inquiries, knowledgeable about insurance issues, and generous with his time. Unlike other attorneys that we interviewed before him, Joel was focus...
Posted by Melissa | February 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Fantastic Firm with Exceptional Results
I have been a client of Uscher, Quiat, Uscher & Russo and specifically Joel D. Zelkowitz, Esq. since the summer of 2017 when I injured my hand and the firm was referred to me by the providers of my disability insurance. Never did I think I would need an attorney for my straight forward injury and cl...
Posted by Roseann | March 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Extremely pleased with my outcome
Choosing the right long term disability attorney can change your life. I am extremely pleased with my decision to have Mike Quiat represent me. He is knowledgeable, responsive, easy to work with and has just the perfect amount of "toughness" to deal with the insurance companies. I had a great outc...
Posted by Carlos | December 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Disability Benefits
Mr. Quiat, and his Team were able to re-instate my disability benefits discontinued by Aetna Insurance. Mr. Quiat was always available, and responded quickly to any inquiries, questions I had via phone, email or thru his Team. Very professional, and detailed. I highly recommend Mr. Quiat. I would use...
Posted by Kevin | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Recommendation of Michael Quiat
Mike took the time in our initial meeting to truly understand my situation and what I was up against. He listened to my concerns and never pressured me to make a decision to retain his services. Mike allows for input from you in developing your appeal. He referred me to the appropriate doctors and to...
"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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