Atty. Michael T. Stewart

Atty. Michael T. Stewart

Michael T. Stewart is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

Fairfield Fairfield 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Michael T. Stewart at a glance

Michael T. Stewart is a Member based in Fairfield, New Jersey, practicing at Peri | Stewart | Malia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1985), Pennsylvania (1985), New York (1987), and District of Columbia (2021). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1985) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association New Jersey State Bar Association (International Organizations and Law Section) Pennsylvania Bar Association. Serands clients in Fairfield, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael T. Stewart is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices at Peri | Stewart | Malia in Fairfield, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael T. Stewart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael T. Stewart 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael T. Stewart is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael T. Stewart is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Fairfield 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 T. Stewart

Where is Michael T. Stewart's law office located?
Michael T. Stewart's law practice is located in Fairfield, New Jersey. The firm is Peri | Stewart | Malia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael T. Stewart handle?
Michael T. Stewart focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael T. Stewart practiced law?
Michael T. Stewart has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael T. Stewart go to law school?
Michael T. Stewart earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Michael T. Stewart for a consultation?
You can contact Michael T. Stewart directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael T. Stewart received?
Michael T. Stewart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1985
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1985
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985
New York
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2021

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