Atty. Michael J. Cacace

Atty. Michael J. Cacace

Recipient: Dr. Max Reich Award, New York Law School, 1978; Community Leader of the Year, 1986 Stamford Advocate Humanitarian Award, Southern Connecticut Association of Life Underwriters, 1987-1988; Citizen of the Year, Jewish War Veterans, 1995; 2011 State Street Debating Society Man of the Year Award.

Stamford Stamford 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (475) 334-0479 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Cacace at a glance

Michael J. Cacace is a Founding Partner based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at Cacace, Tusch & Santagata. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, tax litigation, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1978), New York (1979), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1979), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1982). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1978) and Fordham University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Recipient

  • Dr. Max Reich Award, New York Law School, 1978
  • Community Leader of the Year, 1986 Stamford Advocate Humanitarian Award, Southern Connecticut Association of Life Underwriters, 1987-1988
  • Citizen of the Year, Jewish War Veterans, 1995
  • 2011 State Street Debating Society Man of the Year Award
  • Author, Chapter, "Elderly Law Desk Manual," Age Discrimination Law, 1981
  • "Developments in Connecticut Zoning Case Law from 1992 through 1995," Feb, 1996 Connecticut Bar Journal
  • "Developments in Connecticut Zoning Case Law from 1996 through 1997," Oct. 1998 Connecticut Bar Journal
  • Instructor, Administrative Law, Norwalk Community College, 1980-1981
  • Member, 1975-1981 and Chairman, 1979-1981, Stamford Commission on Aging
  • Co-Chairman, Stamford 13th Charter Revision Commission, 1982-1983
  • Member, Board of Directors, 1985-2008, Vice President, 1989-2000, President, 2000-2007 and Chairman 2007-2008, Stamford Center for the Arts

Member

  • Stamford Economic Assistance Corp., 1984-1985
  • Connecticut Committee of the Regional Plan, Inc., 1987—
  • Board of Directors, Senior Service, 1998-2004
  • Member, 1988-1995, Vice President, 1989-1992 and President, 1992-1994, United Way of Stamford
  • Member, 1988-1993 and President, 1990-1993, United Way of Connecticut
  • Member, Executive Board, Yankee Council Boy Scouts of America, 2000—
  • President, 1984-1986 and Member, 1980-1986, The Vol
  • Ctr., Stamford
  • Chairman, Stamford Reapportionment Commission, 1991, 2001
  • Member, Board of Directors, Stamford Chamber of Commerce, 1998-2004

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Cacace's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

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

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Tax Litigation

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Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Stamford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Cacace

Where is Michael J. Cacace's law office located?
Michael J. Cacace's law practice is located in Stamford, Connecticut. The firm is Cacace, Tusch & Santagata. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Cacace handle?
Michael J. Cacace focuses on business, real estate, tax, tax litigation, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Michael J. Cacace practiced law?
Michael J. Cacace has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael J. Cacace go to law school?
Michael J. Cacace earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael J. Cacace for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. Cacace received?
Michael J. Cacace's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1978
B.A.
Fordham University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1978
New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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