Michael Willis

Michael Willis

also known as Willis Law Group LLC, Eldercare, Estate Planning, Guardianships, Probate

4.5
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 24 years

Elder law Lawyer at Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship

15 Warren St., Suite 30, Hackensack, NJ

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Elder Law 40%

The practice of long term planning, Medicaid planning, asset protection.

40%
Estate Planning 40%

Designing and drafting Wills, Power of Attorneys, Heathcare Proxies, Living Wills, Personal Care Plans and more.

40%
Guardianship 10%

For those who are no longer competent to manage their own affairs, we handle and file the proper guardianship paperwork with the Court to ensure family members are able to protect their loved one.

10%
Probate 10%

Assist families though the probate process by guiding them through the court process thereby ensuring that the decedent's wishes are respected.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 2 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2023

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Michael Willis

15 Warren St., Suite 30, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

Willis Law Group LLC

163 Madison Ave., 2nd Fl., #220-16, Morristown, NJ, 07960

Willis Law Group LLC

331 Newman Springs Rd., Bldg 1, 4th Fl., Ste. 143, Red Bank, NJ, 07701

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Michael Willis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Happy Senior

Michael’s “Wills & Trusts” workshop showed me that while I thought I had “my affairs in order”, my will actually didn’t truly reflect or accurately cover my intentions. In the workshop, his storytelling way of educating convinced me that he was the person I needed on my team. After we revamped all of... my plans, I now know, for certain, that I do TRULY have “my affairs in order”. His thorough, knowledgeable and professional approach was exactly what I needed.

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Michael Willis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Howard Lesnik

Elder law lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had many cases with Michael since 2001. He is professional, highly experienced and respected by colleagues and judges. Michael uses his years of experience, skill and determination to achieve the best possible outcome for each client."

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Damian Albergo

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Michael and have consulted with him on several matters over the years since I am not an estate planning attorney. Michael is a skilled practitioner who puts on dynamic and informative workshops addressing strategies for asset protection as you age and retire. The clients I have referred to Michael have given him nothing but high marks. I highly recommend checking out one of his workshops if you get a chance."

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Maurice Giro

Elder law lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maximillian Novel

Elder law lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrey Milvidskiy

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the privilege of working with Mr. Willis on several cases. Mr. Willis is a highly competent, thorough and dedicated attorney. He is very experienced and knowledgeable in his areas of practice and represents his clients with devotion and integrity. It is without reservation that I endorse and highly recommend this lawyer."

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Paul Daniele

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We represented co-defendants on an indictment. He was excellent in representing his client during the trial. I have also worked with him on several other criminal cases and find him to be very bright in recognizing issues that help his clients."

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David Soffer

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Michael Willis when we were both Assistant Essex County Prosecutors. I continue to work with him, and seek his advice, as a fellow criminal defense attorney. I have always been impressed with the quality of Michael's work. He is a skilled trial attorney who gets results for his clients. His depth of knowledge and deep passion are reflected in the work that he does. I would highly recommend Mr. Willis to anyone seeking an attorney."

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Michael Pastacaldi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Friend

"Excellent!!"

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Howard Lesnik

Criminal defense lawyer

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Damian Albergo

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Maurice Giro

Elder law lawyer

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Andrey Milvidskiy

Immigration lawyer

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David Soffer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner/ Founder, Willis Law Group, LLC

2009 - Present

Founding Attorney, Law Offices of Michael T. Willis

2016 - 2018

Partner, Milvidskiy Willis LLP

2008 - 2009

Partner, Willis & Zidziunas, LLC

2006 - 2008

Associate, Willis & Young, PC

2001 - 2006

Prosecuting Attorney, Essex County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DCF v. S.A.

Dismissed

State v. Martins

downgraded non-dwi offense

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Education

2000

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Seton Hall University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1996

Ohio State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

MICA Conference - Newark NJ

Mental Health & The Criminal Justice System

Languages

Spanish

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