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Michael S. Ackerman

Real estate Attorney at Syosset, NY

4.9   67 reviews

also known as Ackerman Law PLLC

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  • Licensed for 20 years
    State NY
    Acquired 2003
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Robert Majors
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About Michael

Learn Michael’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Real estate
    75%
    We represent clients in all aspects of a Real Estate transaction, from negotiation of a Purchase/Sale Contract, to examining title, and obtaining Title Insurance, through Closing. We are also a full service commercial real estate firm.

    20 years

  2. Banking
    20%
    Ackerman Law is proud to represent and perform mortgage loan closings for many of the most prestigious institutional lenders and mortgage banks.

    20 years

  3. Business
    5%

    20 years

Experienced and trusted Real Estate Attorney with over 20 years of experience representing buyers, sellers, lenders, settlement and title companies throughout New York State.  I represent a wide variety of clients, from the first-time home buyer to the sophisticated real estate investor.

Ackerman Law was founded with one simple mission - to not only guide our clients with the knowledge and expertise expected of a real estate attorney, but to also provide a superior service experience one might not expect, but should. The process of buying and selling Real Estate in New York can be complicated and stressful, we help simplify it.

Conveniently located in Syosset, Bohemia and New York City.  (Other locations available by appointment.)

 

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Posted by Robert Majors | September 11, 2023
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Home buyer
Michael S.Ackerman is the best Real Estate lawyer I’ve ever dealt with. I really appreciate him helping get the house we have now. He’s firm worked diligently to get us a great deal on our new home. Thank you Michael Ackerman
Posted by Jordan | September 8, 2023
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Great experience
Michael knows what hes doing. I knew right away that i was in a good posistion having him as my lawyer. Always protects his client and works quick! Thanks for the help in making this a smooth transaction!
Posted by Julie | August 14, 2023
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Top notch attorney
Michael Ackerman and his team were wonderful. Knowledgeable, helpful, courteous and went above and beyond for us. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Tim L | August 2, 2023
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Attentive and Responsive - Highly Recommend
Michael and his team were thoroughly professional, knowledgeable and absolutely responsive throughout our entire home buying process. We could not have been more pleased and would highly recommend Michael and his whole Ackerman team. The team has always addressed my rather frequent questions and helped us through understanding legalese not readily familiar for new buyers. Thank you very much Michael and team!
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Posted by Mina Masoud | August 1, 2023
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Client
Mr. Ackerman one of the trustworthy Attorney. I would say he is most pleasant and professional staff around him . Grateful that I had him as my attorney. I will recommend him for my family and friends. Thank you .
Posted by Robert | August 1, 2023
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Mr. Ackerman handled the closing on the sale of my home. Mr. Ackerman and his staff were a pleasure to deal with and very competent. I would highly recommend him and his staff.
Posted by Suzanne | July 31, 2023
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Best real estate attorney around
Michael Ackerman is top notch. He explained every step in our home buying process and went above and beyond to make it as stress free as possible.
Posted by Kim M. | July 24, 2023
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Exceptional Experience - Michael sets the bar high
Michael Ackerman and his team were incredibly professional and responsive throughout the entire closing process. I used his practice for a purchase and sale closing recently. I could not have been more pleased and would highly recommend Michael's practice. There was never a time that I had to reach out more than once to immediately receive a call back or email response. His team always addressed questions or helped explain legal language using layman's terms making it simple to move the contracts forward. Thank you Michael, Justin and Rose for being exceptional!
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Posted by Olivier | July 17, 2023
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Highly Recommend
We are extremely please with the service of Michael Ackerman, and would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a real estate attorney. His acute knowledge, experience, and prompt communication style very quickly put us at ease. From day one until close he took care of our transactions by making himself available day and night. On so many occasions he went above and beyond to ensure we were proactive and one step ahead. THE BEST!!!!
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Posted by mike | May 3, 2023
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Home Sale
My experience was great Michael Ackerman and his staff were a pleasure to work with.
Posted by Philip | April 30, 2023
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Extremely professional & knowledgeable attorney
Michael and his team were extremely professional and thorough during the closing process. They came highly recommended by my peers and I was not disappointed! Will be going back to them without hesitation in the future. 10/10 would recommend you giving them a call and considering Ackerman Law.
Posted by Nicholas | April 24, 2023
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Amazing Closing
Michael Ackerman was the perfect lawyer to close on our second home. He was so patient, caring and really helped us understand this process. He was always available to answer questions and we trusted him throughout the entire procedure!!!! We will always use him in the future. His office staff was wonderful and Michael is the real deal. The closing went through without a hitch and we really appreciated his time and effort. N. Groudas
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Posted by Dolores | April 24, 2023
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Dolores Weinberg
There’re not enough accolades for Michael Ackerman! He’s professional, thorough and a true gentleman! He prepared our 3 closings so perfectly and concluded them with aplomb (that means great attention to detail!) We trusted Michael totally and will use him again and again if we do any other element in his realm of practice!
Posted by Lalita | April 21, 2023
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Lsukhram
Michael Ackerman was referred to us and he and his team have been very proactive and aggressive to ensure we got an early closing. We are very satisfied with the services provided.
Posted by Ed G. | April 21, 2023
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Go with Ackerman
We were fortunate to have Mike Ackerman represent us in our closing. He was very attentive and his team always followed up on timelines and deliverables throughout the process. From day one through the day of the closing he fully represented our needs and protected our interests… all while being someone you could to about the process. Mike and his colleagues were great and we highly recommend them to all in search of great representation.
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Posted by Steven | March 24, 2023
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Closing on our home
My wife and I needed an attorney to assist with selling our home. After a brief consultation with Michael, it was clear he knew the process thoroughly and had a team onboard to handle everything. From the moment we agreed to utilize his firms services we were never disappointed. Every step of the sale went smooth and above all, the best feature was the excellent communication so we knew what to expect the entire time. We were able to reach Michael or a member of his team whenever we needed to. Every email or message sent was answered promptly. My wife and I could not be happier with the services provided and would highly recommend Michael and his team at Ackerman Law.
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Posted by Randy | March 15, 2023
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Ackerman Law Delivers
Michael and his team (Rose, and Justin) made our real estate transaction happen. We were first time homebuyers. They were patient, responsive, and persistent in moving our transaction forward. They helped us get over every bump in the road and even helped us close early. I would absolutely use them on any future real estate transactions and would happily recommend them to anyone.
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Posted by Connie | February 28, 2023
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Connie Wong, MD
Michael and his team (Rosa) were extremely professional, addressed my concerns in a timely matter and resolved all conflicts to my satisfaction. This is my second time working with him and he did an excellent job!
Posted by Karen | February 14, 2023
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Great Attorney Experience!
I hired Mike Ackerman and Ackerman Law to represent me and my husband as we were taking out a reverse mortgage and the bank required us to have an attorney represent us. We could not have been happier with Mike and his team. They worked with us and the bank all the way through the loan process and closing, helped us clear title issues and even saved us money by getting the title company hired by the bank to waive fees Mike felt we should not have charged. Mike’s experience showed at the closing as he was able to explain aspects of the mortgage that even the bank’s representative was not able to explain. I highly recommend!
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Posted by Marc | November 22, 2022
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Excellent real estate attorney
Michael did a great job representing us in connection with the sale of our home. He was organized, responsive, and thorough. Our closing was uneventful and smooth.
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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Managing Attorney/Founder
  • Ackerman Law PLLC
  • 2017 - Present
  • Attorney
  • David Pour & Associates PC
  • 2004 - 2004
  • Partner/Founder
  • Ackerman & Felber LLP
  • 2004 - 2017
  • Attorney
  • Kirschenbaum & Kirschenbaum, PC
  • 2003 - 2004
  • Associate Counsel
  • First American Title Insurance Company
  • 2002 - 2003
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Education

  • Hofstra University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2002
  • Hofstra University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1999

Legal Cases

  • Purchase of Top Wings Franchise
  • Successfully closed.

Associations

  • Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce
  • Member
  • 2021 - Present
  • Nassau County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2003 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • 2004 - 2016

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Herald Real Estate Awards - Real Estate Law Firm
  • Long Island Herald
  • 2023
  • Lawyer of Distinction
  • Lawyers of Distinction
  • 2023
  • Clients' Choice Award 2023
  • Avvo
  • 2023
  • Clients' Choice Award 2022
  • Avvo
  • 2022
  • Power Professional
  • Schneps Media/Long Island Press
  • 2022
  • Power Lawyer
  • Schneps Media/Long Island Press
  • 2022
  • Bethpage Best of Long Island Nominee
  • Bethpage Federal Credit Union
  • 2022
  • Clients' Choice Award 2021
  • Avvo
  • 2021
  • Clients' Choice Award 2019
  • Avvo
  • 2019
  • Clients' Choice Award 2017
  • Avvo
  • 2017
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Speaking Engagements

  • Agent Zoom Training with Koerner Mortgage Team at Green River Capital
  • Mortgage Contingencies: What Every Realtor Should Know (Banking Collapse Update)
  • 2023
  • Agent Zoom Training with Koerner Mortgage Team at Green River Capital
  • Mortgage Contingencies: What Every Realtor Should Know
  • 2023
  • Next Home Platinum Partners - Agent Presentation
  • Offer Accepted, Now What? 
The Do’s & Don’ts of Presenting the Deal to and Working With the Attorneys
  • 2022
  • Compass Real Estate - Huntington Office - The D'Angelo Team
  • The Do's and Don'ts of Presenting a New Deal to Attorneys
  • 2022
  • Douglas Elliman Agents Meeting- Great Neck
  • Short Sales- What You Need to Know
  • 2017
  • Douglas Elliman Agents Meeting - Syosset
  • The Do's and Don'ts of Presenting a New Deal to Attorneys
  • 2016
  • Douglas Elliman Agents Meeting - Manhasset
  • The Do's and Don'ts of Presenting a New Deal to Attorneys
  • 2016
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Attorney endorsements

Received (8)
Given (6)
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Ronald Alber
Real estate Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I have worked across from Michael Ackerman on numerous matters over the years. On all occasions I have founded him to be knowledgeable, diligent, and responsive. He is effective at advising and guiding his clients through transactions and a valued colleague."
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Tanya Yaminian
Real estate Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Mr. Ackerman is a very trustworthy and reliable attorney! He is an extremely humble individual who is outstandingly well-spoken and thinks very critically on his feet. His team is hard working, caring and always keeps their clients informed. He has represented me on personal transactions where his exceptional skills helped me and my family. I would highly recommend him to any one in need of great representation on any Real Estate transaction!"
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Christopher Haner
Real estate Attorney | Jan 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Michael Ackerman on many client matters and find him to be extremely knowledgeable, professional, personable and attentive. I highly recommend Michael Ackerman for all your real estate needs."
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Justin Tauro
Real estate Attorney | Dec 08
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Mr. Ackerman is professional and knowledgeable. He is very responsive to clients and always willing to answer their questions."
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Vadim Goldshteyn
Landlord or tenant Attorney | Jul 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have referred several clients to Mr. Ackerman, and each one of those clients have thanked me for the referral resulting from the outstanding representation Mr. Ackerman had provided to them."
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Jesse Prisco
Real estate Attorney | Jul 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Excellent attorney, knowledgeable and trustworthy. A true specialist in his field and always puts his clients first. I endorse this lawyer."
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Jill Weinberg-Daly
Real estate Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have worked with Michael Ackerman and find him to be professional, courteous and knowledgable regarding real estate transactions, mortgages and foreclosure proceedings. I have referred many clients to him for their real estate needs and have only heard rave reviews back from them relating to their experience with him and his firm. I would highly endorse Michael for your all your real estate needs and transactions."
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Jack Cutrone
Real estate Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had many deals with Mr. Ackerman and he is always the consummate professional. He protects the interests if his client and serves as an expert negotiator to get his clients the results they want."
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Syosset Real estate Lawyer Michael S. Ackerman
Michael S. Ackerman
Real estate Attorney
Syosset, NY
Licensed for 20 years
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