Atty. Michael Alvarez
Michael Alvarez is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, wrongful death, slip and fall accident and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Mountainside, NJ · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael Alvarez at a Glance
Michael Alvarez is a Partner based in Mountainside, New Jersey, practicing at Lord, Kobrin, Alvarez & Fattell. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2000) and New York (2001). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1993). Active member of New Jersey State and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Mountainside, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Alvarez
- Michael Alvarez is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, wrongful death, slip and fall accident and 10 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices at Lord, Kobrin, Alvarez & Fattell in Mountainside, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Alvarez's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Alvarez handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mountainside.
Car Accidents in Mountainside
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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DUI / DWI Defense in Mountainside
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Wrongful Death in Mountainside
Michael Alvarez is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New Jersey →
Personal Injury in Mountainside
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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Criminal Defense in Mountainside
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mountainside
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mountainside are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Mountainside Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mountainside-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Mountainside Choose Michael Alvarez
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 Alvarez's practice in the field of car accidents, dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Alvarez brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and New York, Michael Alvarez can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, dui/dwi, and wrongful death, Michael Alvarez can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mountainside
A Mountainside-based practice means Michael Alvarez 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 Alvarez Handles in Mountainside
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Alvarez has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Alvarez directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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