About
Peter Michael, the founder of Peter Michael Law, is a skilled, passionate attorney. He specializes in personal injury negligence cases. Mr. Michael has expertise in auto accidents, truck accidents, and slip and fall cases. He also handles other negligence cases. He provides tailored legal representation. His focus is on achieving the best outcomes for his clients.
Mr. Michael’s legal career began after he earned his B.A. in Political Science, with a minor in Economics in 2014 and a J.D. from Rutgers Law School in 2017. Before starting his practice, he worked on civil litigation at two mid-sized New Jersey law firms. This included landlord-tenant disputes, commercial litigation, and workers’ compensation matters. These early experiences sharpened his skills in complex legal matters. They laid the groundwork for his successful personal injury practice.
Mr. Michael is known for his trial advocacy. He regularly appears in Superior and Municipal Courts in Jersey City, Hudson County, and North and Central New Jersey. Early in his career, he won several Superior Court cases. This made him a feared and effective litigator.
Mr. Michael’s achievements have been widely recognized. In 2020, he was named to the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys’ Top 10 Under 40. He was also included in Marquis Who’s Who and The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40. These accolades highlight his dedication to legal excellence and client advocacy.
Mr. Michael has a legal practice and is a member of the New Jersey, Hudson County, and Essex County bar associations. He is admitted to practice in New Jersey and its U.S. District Court. He is committed to providing top-notch representation for his clients.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founder, Peter Michael Law, LLC
- Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
- Member, Essex County Bar Association
- Member, Hudson County Bar
- Member, The National Trial Lawyers
Licensed State
- New Jersey
Education
- Rutgers Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Rutgers University
BA in Political Science & Economics
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- Birth Injury
- Brain Injury
- Medical Malpractice
- Slip And Fall Accident
- Trucking Accident
- Wrongful Death
- Construction And Development
- DUI and DWI
- Speeding And Traffic Ticket




