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Licensed in New York for 15 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maine for 7 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2010
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Michael Steven Bond's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 27 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sean | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Smart, conscientious and attentive to detail
Michael Bond has capably handled a number of issues for me, and most recently re-drafted my will and health proxy. I have found him to be consistently bright, conscientious and attentive to detail -- responsive to my questions and wishes as well as resourceful in addressing specific situations and c...
Posted by Val | February 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Patient and thorough lawyer
My partner and I hired Michael to do our wills. After receiving the draft, we had many questions that any other attorney may have found annoying, but he seemed to truly appreciate that we wanted to understand all aspects of the legal language. He was patient with us as we thought through our desire...
Posted by Carol | October 4, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional, caring, well-informed
I contacted Michael to assist me with my will and estate documents. He took the time to listen to my desires and provide suggestions based on his understanding of wills, POA, health care directives. He made a difficult task much easier and I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Craig | February 13, 2015
Personality plus everything else
Michael Bond was recommended to us and he came through on multiple levels. Not ony was he professional and extremely thorough on his explanations into our case, yet he went above and beyond the formal jargon to explain all points in laymens terms, which is very valuable (and understandably time consu...
Posted by Ev | February 13, 2015
Thoughtful, thorough, conscientious, well-informed; superb communicator
I first hired Mike to do some legal work for me nearly four years ago, and enjoyed working with him so much that I enlisted him again when I needed help on another project. I've also recommended him to other people. One of the best things about Mike is that he has the unusual ability to explain comp...
Michael Steven Bond's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Bond is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Michael Bond. He is an extremely knowledgeable and thorough lawyer, taking time to examine the estate and making recommendations in the best interests of the client. Michael is generous in sharing his time and knowledge, and is a respected resource by his professional colleagues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael was my student when he was in law school, and I have been impressed by him from the moment I met him. He was a thoughtful, brave, and intelligent student, and those qualities have traveled with him into his professional life. He is a caring man, which makes him an exceptional lawyer, because his clients can rest assured that their lawyer will do everything in his power to serve their needs."
"I am very pleased to endorse Michael Bond. Michael is an intelligent, thoughtful, understanding and remarkably kind attorney. I would whole-heartedly recommend Michael to anyone who was interested in speaking with an attorney about any matter concerning estate planning, probate/estate administration, real estate, drafting contracts, and any other kind of contract-related or business-related matter. Michael thoroughly evaluates each matter he encounters and works tirelessly to fulfill and, indeed, surpass his client's expectations with regard to accomplishing the goals of the representation. If I, myself, developed needs in one or more of his many practice areas, I would implicitly trust Michael with my well-being and with my family's well-being, as regards such needs. It is for all of these reasons and many more that I would eagerly refer any potential client or colleague to Michael Bond. He is a terrific attorney and a terrific person."
"Mike has exceptionally broad knowledge and experience with probate, wills, and estate planning. He's a great guy with a dedication to helping people. I highly recommend Mike!"
"I know Michael very well, and he is an excellent probate and wills & estate planning attorney. He's extremely conscientious and always keeping the interests of his clients at top of mind."
"Michael is very good at what he does, and he's a pleasure to deal with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a thoughtful attorney who considers numerous options for his clients. It is comfortable to speak with him, and he is very knowledgeable in the estate field."
"Mike is a bright, caring, dedicated and conscientious lawyer who I would trust with any legal matter he handles. He also is a pleasure to work with in addition to being highly competent."
"I know Mike from bar committees and events. He is a great lawyer and I look forward to working with him in the future."
"Michael brings a thoughtful perspective and integrity to the service of his Estate Planning clients. His counsel is well-advised. He is a credit to the legal profession and I'm proud to endorse him as a colleague in the field."
"Mike is a diligent and passionate attorney who is uniquely dedicated to his clients. He has my endorsement."
"Mr. Bond is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."
"I have met with Michael and he is a true gentleman. I have confidence that he will handle your case with conscientiousness and skill."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Raymond Del Tufo Constitutional Law Award, Seton Hall University School of Law
2007
Law Student Public Interest (LSPIN) Fellowship, Charles H. Revson Foundation
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Michael Bond
Associations
2018 - Present
Maine State Bar Association
2015 - Present
American Cancer SocietyMember, Planned Giving Advisory Coucil
2010 - Present
New York City Bar Association
2010 - Present
New York State Bar Association
2010 - Present
LeGaL, the LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York
Education
2010
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2018
Later Life Planning
Important Documents
2018
Green-Wood Cemetery
Death and Dying in the LGBT Community
2017
Taking Hold--Creative Planning for Retirement and Beyond
Estate and End of Life Planning
2016
CLE
Starting, Maintaining, and Improving Your Law Practice
2015
Your Life, Your Legacy
Estate Planning Overview
2015
Winter Symposium 2015
Real Estate Investing and the LGBT Community
2014
LGBT Bar Assoc. CLE program
Attorney Ethics
2014
Legal Information Seminar
LGBT Marriage and Estate Planning Considerations
2014
Lavender Law Annual Conference 2014
Hanging Out Your Shingle
2014
10 Practice Tips CLE program
Estate Planning and Administration
2013
New York Life
Estate Planning for the LGBT Community
2013
LeGaL CLE program
Starting Your Own Law Practice
2013
Hoboken Pride Month
LGBT Estate Planning Considerations
2013
Employee Resource Group Lunch and Learn
The Basics of Estate Planning
2012
Trusts and Estates guest lecturer
Becoming an Estate Planning Attorney
2012
Employee Resource Group Lunch and Learn
Estate Planning 101
Languages
English
Activity
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