Michael E Spinato

Michael E Spinato

4.5
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 46 years

Family Lawyer at Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

130 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

47 years

20%
Child Support 20%

47 years

20%
Family 20%

47 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 46 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1979

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Harwood Lloyd, LLC

130 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

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Michael E Spinato's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by M | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Experienced, Respected, Empathetic

Michael Spinato came highly recommended to me, and I was extremely fortunate that I had the opportunity to hire him. Michael is not only the ultimate professional and is an expert on Divorce law, but is warm, generous, and empathetic to his clients. Going through such a horrible situation I always... felt protected.... I knew that I was going to be ok... all because I had Michael representing me. He is extremely well versed in his profession and happens to be such a gentleman as well. He always understood what I going through and he showed emotion, compassion and care as he handled my case. This, to me, is what makes him stand out above others attorneys. As a woman, I needed to know that my children and I would be protected, be treated fairly and receive all I was entitled to. Michael was also extremely attentive to me, answering my emails and phone calls quickly, ultimately making me feel like I was his only client. Michael is the ultimate professional... in his manner, speech and his correspondences. He is extremely well respected among his peers. As we would walk through the courthouse, everyone knew him and genuinely greeted and spoke with him with respect. My judge actually made sure to point out to me in court how I was very lucky to have such a highly respected attorney representing me. Lawyers are expensive, but hiring Michael Spinato is the best money I have ever spent. Looking back, hiring Mr. Spinato was also one of the best decisions I have made in my life. You will be in such competent hands with Michael. I recommend him highly and I will be using Michael to handle other matters post divorce as well.

Posted by Michele DiLisi | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable and Responsive Attorney

Mike is a smart strategic and compassionate attorney who truly cares about his clients. Mikes responsiveness and knowledge during my complex divorce case kept me stable. He was always easily accessible and got back to me quickly and essentially got me the results that I wanted. Mike Spinato and his s...taff all produced the quality of an attorney that anyone would want when hiring a family law attorney. While Mike represented me in court I had total confidence that my settlement would exceed my expectations. He spent countless hours on my difficult case dealing with a very difficult ex- husband and he knew all the right moves. Above all he is a wonderful human being and his interest is more in his client and the clients protection than the money..I highly recommend him!

Posted by Bill | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic!

I'm quite frankly shocked to read any negative reviews on Mr. Spinato and have had nothing but fantastic experience with him and his services. I hired Mr. Spinato to handle my divorce after another attorney was making a mess of my case. Mr. Spinato stepped in and he was always available for advice ...and consultation. His greatest contribution was that he was totally interested in settling my case in a fair and objective manner, rather than fighting with his adversary just to run up fees. My case was settled fairly and in a timely manner. Subsequent to my divorce, and after seeing how Mr. Spinato handled my case, my ex-mother in law hired Mr. Spinato to handle her divorce. If that doesn't speak volumes about him and his professionalism and care for his clients I can't imagine what would!

Posted by Chuck | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Chuck

After I came to terms with the fact that this was really happening, that I was getting divorced, I consulted with several affluent friends and clients of mine who had been down this road with a favorable result. The same name kept coming up, Michael E. Spinato, so I booked a consultation. Mik...e and one of his associates sat with me and heard my story from the beginning before agreeing to take the case. My ex-wife was an attorney; we owned a business together & she did my bookkeeping. Mike quoted me a retainer, which was not only affordable, but he agreed to work with me on any payments going forward should I exceed the retainer. We were able to resolve a very difficult case and Mike guided me through the process with true professionalism and with expertise that is only seen on TV. I now understand the importance of hiring somebody who specializes in divorce and family law. And unfortunately for my ex so does she. if you want to climb a Mountain, higher and learn from somebody who has already been to the top. Mike guided me through this process with this sort of expertise and professionalism you only see on TV. In the end, the settlement she received was minuscule, like a game show contestant leaving with a few parting gifts and I actually even got to keep the house. I cannot say enough good things about Mike. He was always there for me, even after hours, in an emergency. I cannot count the number of times I have sent close friends and family to see Mike and his team and everyone thanks me for doing so. After our years of experience together, I not only consider Michael Spinato a great lawyer but I would consider him a friend. If you are going to hire a divorce attorney, and you want to be professionally and expertly represented, hire Michael E. Spinato.

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Horrible.

I agree with the other review. This lawyer is horrible. When I started to feel I wasnt getting answers, and reached out to another attorney for a consult, the attorney asked me why Spinato hadn't taken an "immediate cause of action" on a pertinent issue. When I inquired back to his "junior" lawyer at... the time, she was ironically gone from the firm within a week! (I was told she went on to pursue another career....enough said.)

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Harwood Lloyd, LLC

Associations

1979 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

1979 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1979 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1979 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association

Member

District IIA, Fee Arbitration Committee

Past Chair

2002 - 2005

American Inns of Court

Member

2000 - 2017

Bergen County Bar Association, MESP Bergen County Panel

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Italiano v. Rudkin

Successful appeal

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Education

1979

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Fordham University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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