Michael R Speck

Michael R Speck

4.5
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 38 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Freehold, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Administrative Law, Litigation, DUI & DWI

71 West Main Street, Suite 305, Freehold, NJ

About Michael

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

All areas involving divorce, domestic violence and related issues.

38 years | 500 cases

50%
Administrative Law 20%

Have represented numerous law enforcement personal both for disciplinary and disability reasons. Have done department of labor hearings. Have done various administrative law hearings.

38 years | 100 cases

20%
Litigation 20%

Have handled numerous forms of litigation. Civil, Criminal. Chancery

38 years | 200 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 10%

Have tried as many drunk driving cases as any lawyer in the state of New Jersey. There are numerous published cases which I have brought to the Appellate and Supreme Court.

38 years | 2,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 38 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1987

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Location

Speck Law Offices, LLC

71 West Main Street, Suite 305, Freehold, NJ, 07728

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Michael R Speck's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 25 reviews

Posted by Gary | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend Michael!!!

I had an unpleasant situation and Michael was essential to making sure my rights were protected. If I ever encounter a need for a legal representation and Michael covers it, my choice is made!

Posted by kevin | December 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

HEAD OF THE CLASS

after 6 years and 6 lawyers Mike Speck with his experience ended my battle with the family court and the matrimonial lawyers that have no idea of laws or court rules. Mr Speck knows all the the laws and rules can dig up more on your spouse that you had no idea of can read tax returns and profit and l...oss statements not afraid to call out another attorney in front of a judge (in a nice way) his assistant Theresa is wonderful , THE LAW OFFICE OF MIKE SPECK GETS 10 STARS

Posted by John M. | November 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Able advocate, strategic thinker, legal scholar

He cuts through the BS, gets to the bottom, and gives an objective assessment of the issues. I would not make a move without his advice. He understands and uses the law effectively. Highly recommended!

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Life Saver

Don't just go to any divorce lawyer. Interview a few. Include Mike as one of them. I did not do that. I ended up with two previous lawyers. Careful of the firms that call themselves "matrimonial firms" or they "specialize in family law only." This probably means they have no other experience. ...I learned that in a divorce you need a lawyer with lots of experience in different areas of the law. Mike had that experience. Then I met Mike. I was referred to him by a friend. How refreshing, Mike is a lawyer who gave me his cell phone number. A lawyer who returned a phone call. A lawyer who returned a text. A lawyer who I felt was the epitome of the word "counselor." We talked things through. He helped me tamp down the anger and make rational decisions. Mike was very fair on his fees. Mike sat down and explained the retainer agreement was. He worked with me. The other two lawyers threw a piece of paper in front of me and told me to sign it. Mike's bills laid out what he did for his money. I didn't have to guess what the "T/C" was about. Mike gave a synopsis under each bill. My first two lawyers just sent me a bill. I had no idea what they did, other than a code and a time amount, with no synopsis. Mike sent me correspondence to review before he sent it out. Mike copied me with every correspondence that went in or out of his office. i had to beg my other attorneys for copies. I was part of the process, not just the audience.

Posted by Shane | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Your best CASE scenario.

Michael R. Speck and his assistant Theresa were absolutely amazing to deal with! He has your best interests in mind and kept me up to date with my case which was about a year long with going into trial. He always comfortably explained the the potential worst and best scenarios which isn't always some...thing every lawyer does. They worked out a payment plan that worked for me and him, even worked in the specialists and reports which couldn't have been appreciated more! Mr.Speck let me know which court dates we needed to attend, and which we did not because of rescheduling. He was a personal recommendation from a friend of mine and I won't be consulting any other lawyers. I believe he has your best case scenario in mind and he's willing to work his way to get it for you! Thank you Michael Speck for taking my case and I propose anyone reading this; consultant him AT LEAST for their case.

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Michael R Speck's Lawyer Endorsements

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Monika Mastellone

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Speck is one of the most experienced, well versed, and knowledgeable lawyers I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is beyond qualified to handle a wide variety of legal matters and will always do so with a sharp mind and as a strong advocate. I would surely want him in my corner if I required legal representation. Beyond that, he adds a component of compassion that is well recognized and appreciated by those who he assists."

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Whitney Chelnik

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike knows the law and is efficient yet aggressive in moving a case to conclusion. He consistently advocates for his client's best interests while maintaining remarkable focus on resolving the case in a manner that is both cost effective and addresses the family's best interests."

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Whitney Chelnik

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Associations

2010 - Present

N.J. State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Downie, et. al.

Won the right to hold a hearing.

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Education

1987

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

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