Michael J. Montanari

About Michael

With over twenty years of experience, Michael J. Montanari, is recognized as one of New Jersey’s most formidable litigators and trial counsel. The founder and owner of Montanari Law Group, LLC., Michael is experienced in a wide array of areas of law. The breadth of his experience and professional accomplishments underscores a fundamental commitment to achievement, whether it be in family and matrimonial law, criminal defense, or civil litigation. Michael started his career focused on criminal practice and labor law. During this time, he honed his skills as an exceptional negotiator and trial attorney. He then expanded his practice, bringing all of his knowledge and experience into the realms of Civil and Family Law. No matter what type of legal matter, Mr. Montanari fights vigorously to safeguard his clients’ rights, advocate for their interests, and powerfully support their claims. Mr. Montanari has had the distinct privilege to appear before the New Jersey Supreme Court in State v Ferguson, et al. 238 N.J. 78 (2019). In this matter, he successfully argued to have a first-degree charge of strict liability for drug-induced death dismissed, preventing his client from facing a potential sentence of twenty years in prison. His dedication to exceptional client service extends beyond his legal practice, with his continued commitment to serving the community. Since 2016, Mr. Montanari has been the Board of Health Attorney for the Township of Springfield. He also serves as labor counsel to the City of Clifton. In addition, Mr. Montanari is a Trustee of the Passaic County Bar Association.

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Colleagues at The Montanari Law Group, LLC

Jayna B. Patel

Partner

Rosemary C. Watkins

Partner

Darren J. Del Sardo

Founding Partner