Atty. Michael R. DeCotiis

Atty. Michael R. DeCotiis

Michael R. DeCotiis is a lawyer practicing environmental law, government and regulatory affairs, public procurement and contracting and 4 other areas of law.

Paramus Paramus 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (657) 445-3756 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael R. DeCotiis at a glance

Michael R. DeCotiis is a business, environmental, and government attorney based in Paramus, New Jersey. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1991) and Pennsylvania (1991). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Clarion University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Paramus, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael R. DeCotiis is a lawyer practicing environmental law, government and regulatory affairs, public procurement and contracting and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Clarion University of Pennsylvania in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices in Paramus, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. DeCotiis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael R. DeCotiis 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.

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael R. DeCotiis is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New Jersey →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Michael R. DeCotiis is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Paramus 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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Common questions about Michael R. DeCotiis

Where is Michael R. DeCotiis's law office located?
Michael R. DeCotiis's law practice is located in Paramus, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. DeCotiis handle?
Michael R. DeCotiis focuses on business, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael R. DeCotiis practiced law?
Michael R. DeCotiis has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael R. DeCotiis go to law school?
Michael R. DeCotiis earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
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What awards or recognition has Michael R. DeCotiis received?
Michael R. DeCotiis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law
- 1991
B.A.
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1991
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991

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