Atty. Michael Howard Handwerker

Atty. Michael Howard Handwerker

Michael Howard Handwerker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal and state practice, white collar crime and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Mountainside Mountainside 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Howard Handwerker at a glance

Michael Howard Handwerker is a Partner based in Mountainside, New Jersey, practicing at Goldstein & Handwerker, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986). Educated at Antioch School of Law (J.D., 1984) and New York University (B.A., 1981). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations National Association for Criminal Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Mountainside, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Howard Handwerker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal and state practice, white collar crime and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices at Goldstein & Handwerker, LLP in Mountainside, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Howard Handwerker's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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 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 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 Howard Handwerker

Where is Michael Howard Handwerker's law office located?
Michael Howard Handwerker's law practice is located in Mountainside, New Jersey. The firm is Goldstein & Handwerker, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Howard Handwerker handle?
Michael Howard Handwerker focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael Howard Handwerker practiced law?
Michael Howard Handwerker has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Howard Handwerker go to law school?
Michael Howard Handwerker earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Michael Howard Handwerker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Antioch School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
New York University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1986

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