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Practice Areas
44 years | 200 cases
30%-33%
State: New York
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
110 Client Reviews
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Posted by Elaine | February 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Dedication, Compassion and Professionalism
I had an excellent experience with Mr. Michael A. Santo. He was professional, responsive and genuinely cared about my case. Having sustained an injury from a car accident, and being stressed, he explained everything clearly, handled negotiations with the insurance company and got me a settlement qui...
Posted by Brian | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Best of the best
Hands down one of the best lawyers for your case. Answers your questions at all times. He was always available, and answered all my concerns. Last but not least unlike those weird commercials you see all the time about fighting for their clients. Michael actually does, so many times insurance wanted ...
Posted by William | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Fantastic Attorney
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Michael Santo and I can confidently say he provides outstanding service to his clients. His expertise in personal injury law, dedication to his client's best interests, and commitment to securing the best possible outcomes make him a top choice for anyone in need...
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Instant lawyer.
Mike was on site of my injury location to assess the injury claim. Most other lawyers I couldn’t even get to answer the phone. His fees were approximate and I recieved payment promptly after settlement. Great lawyer Great guy.
Posted by Susan | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Personal Injury Attorney
Mike was recommended to me after I was involved in an accident. He has been wonderful …very knowledgeable, thorough and always immediately on top of things. Also, very important to me, is that he is extremely personable and always personally available to you for any questions or concerns. Recommend h...
"Michael has had a great relation with our office for years. Anyone working with Mike is in good hands."
"There are good Trial lawyers, there are great Trial lawyers and then there's the "top shelf". If you have an important, serious or complex case that requires the best, Mike is the lawyer you go to. I've been a trial attorney for 33 years, so I know a thing or two about good lawyers, and Mike is one of my secret weapons when I'm searching for a seasoned and successful plaintiff's attorney for myself or my clients, family or friends. If you are fortunate enough to retain Mike, rest assured you now have the "A" team on your side and cannot and will not be out gunned or out classed by anyone for the other side."
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2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Guardian of Columbus, Council of Columbia Associations in Civil Service
2019
Christopher Columbus Award, Italian Charities of America
2018
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Lifetime Achievement Award, New York State Order Sons of Italy
2015
Top Lawyer, Who's Who Legal
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Lifetime Achievement Award, New York State Order Sons of Italy
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2008
Top Lawyer, Who's Who Legal
2006
Honoree, Cellini Lodge, Order Sons of Italy
1988
Pre-Eminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
1980
Urban Fellow, New York City
1977
Academic Achievement Award, New York City
1977
Urban Fellow, New York City
2017 - Present
Of Counsel, Silberstein Awad & Miklos PC
2017 - Present
Owner, Michael A. Santo P.C.
2006 - 2015
Associate, Duffy & Duffy PLLC
1995 - 2015
Village Justice, Village of South Floral Park
1988 - 2007
Associate Trial Attorney, Levine & Grossman
1985 - 1988
Deputy County Attorney, Nassau County Attorney's Office
1981 - 1982
Legal Intern, Brown & Prince
1980 - 1980
Legal Intern, New York County District Attorney's Office
1979 - 1980
Legal Intern, United States Attorney Office
1996 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1988 - Present
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersMember
1988 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1983 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
Settled
Settled
2022
Certificate in Art Management, pending
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
MA - Masters
2022
Mediation and Conference before the Mayor and Board Members of the City of Pueblo, CO
2021
City of Chicago Arts Commission
2021
Chicago City Commission on Columbus Day & Statue
2007
Various CLE Presentations with the Nassau County Bar Association
2005
Various CLE Topics, including Bills of Particulars and Discovery
Spanish
Russian
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