Atty. Michael Willis
Michael Willis is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, probate and 1 other area of law. Michael has been licensed for 25 years.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Hackensack, NJ · 25+ Years Experience
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About Michael Willis at a Glance
Michael Willis is a probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law attorney based in Hackensack, New Jersey. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2001) and New York (2023). Educated at New York Law School (JD, 2000). Serves clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Willis
- Michael Willis is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, probate and 1 other area of law
- Michael has been licensed for 25 years
- Michael practices in Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Willis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Willis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hackensack.
Probate in Hackensack
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Estate Planning & Probate in Hackensack
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael Willis is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →
Power of Attorney in Hackensack
Michael Willis is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New Jersey →
Elder Law in Hackensack
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Michael Willis is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hackensack
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 Hackensack 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.
Hackensack Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hackensack-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 Hackensack Choose Michael Willis
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 Willis's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Willis brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and New York, Michael Willis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and poa, Michael Willis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hackensack
A Hackensack-based practice means Michael Willis 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 Willis Handles in Hackensack
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Willis 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 Willis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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