Atty. Michael Thomas Thompson

Atty. Michael Thomas Thompson

Michael Thomas Thompson is a lawyer practicing tax law, trusts and estates, elder law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Roseland Roseland 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Thomas Thompson at a glance

Michael Thomas Thompson is a Shareholder based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Cestone & Thompson, P.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1997), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1997), New York (1998), and U.S. Tax Court (2010). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 2005) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1991). Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association New York State Bar Association National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Thomas Thompson is a lawyer practicing tax law, trusts and estates, elder law and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Michael practices at Cestone & Thompson, P.C. in Roseland, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Tax Law

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

Michael Thomas Thompson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Roseland 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 Thomas Thompson

Where is Michael Thomas Thompson's law office located?
Michael Thomas Thompson's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Cestone & Thompson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Thompson handle?
Michael Thomas Thompson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael Thomas Thompson practiced law?
Michael Thomas Thompson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Michael Thomas Thompson go to law school?
Michael Thomas Thompson earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2005); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Thompson for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 2005
B.A.
Rutgers College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1997
New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2010

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