Atty. Michael H Forman

Atty. Michael H Forman

Michael H Forman is a lawyer practicing advertising, construction / development, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael H Forman at a glance

Michael H Forman is a Member based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Cole Schotz P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1972), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1972), and U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of Claims (1975). Educated at New York University Graduate School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1976) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Passaic County (Chairman, Taxation Committee), Bergen County (Co-Chairman, Taxation Section), New Jersey State (Taxation Section) and American (Taxation, Corporate and Probate Sections) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael H Forman is a lawyer practicing advertising, construction / development, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Michael practices at Cole Schotz P.C. in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael H Forman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael H Forman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael H Forman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael H Forman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael H Forman is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Jersey →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Michael H Forman is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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 Hackensack 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael H Forman

Where is Michael H Forman's law office located?
Michael H Forman's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Cole Schotz P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael H Forman handle?
Michael H Forman focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael H Forman practiced law?
Michael H Forman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Michael H Forman go to law school?
Michael H Forman earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1976); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Michael H Forman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael H Forman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael H Forman received?
Michael H Forman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University Graduate School of Law
- 1976
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of Claims
Admitted: 1975

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