Overview

Michael Simone brings extensive litigation experience and a firsthand understanding of local government to his work advising municipalities, public officials and other clients. With an appreciation for how legal decisions affect the people and businesses they serve, he provides clear, straightforward counsel that helps clients navigate complicated issues and reach practical, well-reasoned solutions.

Michael Simone is an associate whose practice focuses on government law, tax, zoning and land use, supported by a broad background in civil litigation. He has served as counsel to county and municipal bodies, including the Hudson County Board of Commissioners, alcoholic beverage control boards, zoning and planning boards, and redevelopment boards. His experience advising elected officials has given him an understanding of the competing legal, administrative and community interests that often shape government decisions. Michael enjoys working through those complexities, examining how laws and regulations operate in practice and helping clients arrive at solutions that make sense for the communities they serve.

Michael’s litigation experience spans civil rights, municipal liability, insurance defense, labor and employment law, employment investigations, medical malpractice and personal injury. He has represented municipalities in significant litigation, including matters involving multimillion-dollar demands, and brings the same level of preparation and attention to each engagement, regardless of its size or complexity. Naturally inclined to look beyond the immediate question, he considers the circumstances that led to a dispute, the interests involved and the potential consequences of different courses of action. He believes clients are best served when they understand not only what the law requires, but why it matters and what their options mean in practical terms. His calm demeanor, responsiveness and ability to explain complicated issues without unnecessary legal jargon help clients make decisions with greater confidence.

Michael’s interest in the law began with questions about fairness, individual rights and the role legal institutions play in society. Although he initially envisioned a career in criminal defense, he found that government law offered an opportunity to put those interests to work in ways that produce meaningful results for local communities. He finds particular satisfaction in helping public officials develop and apply laws that are sensible, effective and responsive to the needs of residents and businesses. That interest in understanding how institutions function, combined with his experience advocating for clients in the