Atty. Michael A. Gerstein
Michael A. Gerstein is a lawyer practicing tax law, estate planning law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law.
Estate Planning Law & More Attorney · Serving Haverhill, MA · 49+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Gerstein at a Glance
Michael A. Gerstein is a Member based in Haverhill, Massachusetts, practicing at Phillips, Gerstein & Channen, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977). Educated at Boston University (LL.M., 1980) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Haverhill, Essex County, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Massachusetts Conveyancers Association. Serves clients in Haverhill, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Gerstein
- Michael A. Gerstein is a lawyer practicing tax law, estate planning law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Michael practices at Phillips, Gerstein & Channen, LLP in Haverhill, MA
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Michael A. Gerstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Gerstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Haverhill.
Personal Injury in Haverhill
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Family Law in Haverhill
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Haverhill
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Haverhill
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Haverhill
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Haverhill
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Haverhill are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Haverhill Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Haverhill-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Haverhill Choose Michael A. Gerstein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael A. Gerstein's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Gerstein brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and estate planning, Michael A. Gerstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Haverhill
A Haverhill-based practice means Michael A. Gerstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael A. Gerstein Handles in Haverhill
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