Atty. Michael Jay Baker
Michael Jay Baker is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, corporate law & transactions, health care law and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Commercial Real Estate & More Attorney · Serving New Brunswick, NJ · 43+ Years Experience
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About Michael Jay Baker at a Glance
Michael Jay Baker is a Partner based in New Brunswick, New Jersey, practicing at Hoagland Longo Moran Dunst And Doukas. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in New Jersey United States Supreme Court (1983). Educated at Brooklyn Law School J.D. (—) and Lehigh University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New Brunswick, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Jay Baker
- Michael Jay Baker is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, corporate law & transactions, health care law and 13 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Michael practices at Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas in New Brunswick, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Jay Baker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Jay Baker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Brunswick.
Business & Corporate Law in New Brunswick
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Jay Baker is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →
Real Estate Law in New Brunswick
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael Jay Baker is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Jersey →
Commercial Real Estate in New Brunswick
Michael Jay Baker is one of 15,821 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in New Jersey →
Land Use & Zoning in New Brunswick
Michael Jay Baker is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Jersey →
Employment Contracts in New Brunswick
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Brunswick
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 New Brunswick 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.
New Brunswick Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Brunswick-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 New Brunswick Choose Michael Jay Baker
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 Jay Baker's practice in the field of business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and employment contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Jay Baker brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and commercial re, Michael Jay Baker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Brunswick
A New Brunswick-based practice means Michael Jay Baker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Jay Baker Handles in New Brunswick
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Jay Baker 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 Jay Baker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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