Atty. Michael J. Zaretsky

Atty. Michael J. Zaretsky

Michael J. Zaretsky is a lawyer practicing commercial law, real estate, zoning law and 2 other areas of law.

Clifton Clifton 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (855) 496-3263

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Zaretsky at a glance

Michael J. Zaretsky is a Member based in Clifton, New Jersey, practicing at Carlet, Garrison, Klein & Zaretsky. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax litigation, zoning, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1972), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and New York (1976). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1972) and Hiram College (B.A., 1969). Serves clients in Clifton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Zaretsky is a lawyer practicing commercial law, real estate, zoning law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael J. received a B.A. degree from Hiram College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Michael J. practices at Carlet, Garrison, Klein & Zaretsky in Clifton, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Zaretsky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Zaretsky 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 Litigation

Michael J. Zaretsky is one of 2,904 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

Land Use & Zoning

Michael J. Zaretsky is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Clifton 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Zaretsky

Where is Michael J. Zaretsky's law office located?
Michael J. Zaretsky's law practice is located in Clifton, New Jersey. The firm is Carlet, Garrison, Klein & Zaretsky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Zaretsky handle?
Michael J. Zaretsky focuses on business, real estate, tax litigation, zoning, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael J. Zaretsky practiced law?
Michael J. Zaretsky has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Michael J. Zaretsky go to law school?
Michael J. Zaretsky earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Michael J. Zaretsky for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1972
B.A.
Hiram College
- 1969

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1991

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