Michael David Baer

Michael David Baer

4.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 33 years

Business Lawyer at Teaneck, NJ
Practice Areas: Business, Litigation, General Practice ... +2 more

412 Cedar Lane, 2nd Floor West, Teaneck, NJ

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 30%

31 years | 25 cases

30%
Litigation 25%

36 years | 100 cases

25%
General Practice 20%

36 years | 50 cases

20%
Contracts and Agreements 15%

31 years | 100 cases

15%
Debt Collection 10%

36 years | 100 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 33 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1993

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael D. Baer

412 Cedar Lane, 2nd Floor West, Teaneck, NJ, 07666

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Michael David Baer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

61 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 21 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Winona | June 16, 2022

Disappointed

I was hoping that Michael would be the lawyer that would represent me in my personal injury case seeing all the good reviews. I felt he lacked empathy for my situation. It seemed like he didn't understand how overwhelming this process is for a person with a concussion that just wants to feel assured.... He would just give me bland answers and not explain anything. I wanted someone to inform me of the process, to help me feel like I can trust them especially already feeling confused and anxious from even being involved with a lawsuit to begin with for the very first time. He never really explained much about the process. He scoffed and told me he's been doing this for awhile when I would ask how many PI cases involving concussions he's worked with to get a better understanding. He just told me to focus on getting better. I called again after feeling I didn't get any informative answers after our brief 3 minute conversation and instead of trying to understand my concerns, he immediately told me we're not a good fit. It made me feel like I shouldn't be asking any questions. I'm pretty upset and cried over the phone while still being on the phone with him. I just wanted a lawyer that would inform me and make me feel comfortable. I did not get that here.

Michael Baer

Replied last June 17, 2022

I am so sorry that you feel this way. Just to clarify, you never retained me. You were just looking for information and wanted me to educate you on your potential claim. I, and the rest of my staff, spent a great deal of time explaining the process to you. You are correct, I did tell you to take care of yourself medically and leave the legal stuff to my firm. I have been practicing for 35 years and handed thousands of matters. You would have been in great hands but there needs to be a good synergy. Unfortunately, we did not fit well. I wish you the best of luck and hope that you find the help that you need. I am sorry that my firm did not meet your expectations.

Posted by Pouyan | December 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney

Michael was our attorney in a business/real estate deal. There has been complications which at some point might have break the deal. But Michael helped us in a very professional manner and handled all matters very carefully. I highly recommend him and will always consult him in any legal matter we fa...ce.

Posted by Olivia | July 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Truly Amazing

Thank you Michael for helping me with my traffic violation ticket. His office was very good at keeping me updated throughout the whole process. I definitely recommend going to his office as he was able to take my case head on and was flexible with his schedule so that I could meet with him when I was... free.

Posted by Laura | November 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Closing on house

Michael Baer was very professional and helpful in the closing on our longtime home. He was through, easy to communicate with, and made this emotional process very easy and straightforward. I would absolutely recommend Michael and use him again!

Posted by Ronen | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Smart, effective and dedicated attorney. Helped me numerous times

Michael Baer helped me numerous times with traffic violations (speeding). By the time I got to court, I'd usually find that he'd already negotiated a lesser offense with the prosecutor and got me off the hook. Last time he drove 3 hours to meet me at the courthouse and was able to prove the police ra...dar did not produce an accurate reading. He's an effective attorney, a true "Mensch", who gets things done and is passionate about helping his clients achieve the best outcome. I'd recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone requiring legal assistance.

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Michael David Baer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hui Zeng

Business lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Luber

Litigation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is an outstanding attorney and will work hard to obtain the best results possible for his clients."

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Carl Spector

Litigation lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael and I have worked together on a great many cases. He is diligent, creative, responsive and ultra reliable. I not only work together with Michael, I also refer clients to him. This to me is the highest praise that I can show towards another professional. That is to refer to him a relative, friend or client to have Micheal work on a matter for them. He really knows how important it is to keep his clients fully informed at all key phases of each case. Further, Michael knows how to and does obtain great results for his clients. I highly recommend and endorse this Michael Baer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Top Lawyer, (201) Magazine

1984

Civic Award, Lions Club

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Michael D. Baer, LLC

1997 - 2008

Managing Attorney, Stueben & Baer

1991 - 1997

Litigation Attorney, Langan & Levy, Esq.

1991 - 1992

Clerk, Judge Peter Boggia

1990 - 1991

Clerk, Judge Radley Herrold

Associations

2013 - Present

Teaneck Chamber of Commerce

Member

2012 - Present

Rotary International

President Elect 2016

2011 - Present

Fair Lawn Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

Areyvut

Board of Directors

2009 - Present

Breaking The Chain Through Education

V.P. of Legal

2010 - 2013

Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce

Member

Education

1992

Pace University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Clark University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Real Estate Session

Tax Appeals

2016

Real Estate Session

Real Estate Transactions

2015

Wine & Cheese Reception

Living a Life that Matters

1997

National Association of Food Processors

The Role of The Expert in Litigation

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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