About Michael
Michael P — Burakoff has been a dedicated advocate in personal injury law in New Jersey since 1976. His extensive legal career began after he earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Widener University School of Law in the same year. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at Ithaca College in 1972. Over the years, he is known for excellence, representing clients in various areas of personal injury, including car and truck accidents, work-related injuries, and cases involving defective products. Admitted to practice in numerous jurisdictions, Mr. Burakoff is licensed to appear in New Jersey state courts and the U.S. District Courts for the Districts of New Jersey, Eastern New York.
Southern New York. His credentials extend to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court, showcasing his ability to handle cases at all levels of the judicial system. His firm, the Law Offices of Michael P. Burakoff, P.A., operates from multiple locations, including Morristown, Newton, West New York, and Sparta, ensuring accessibility for clients throughout the region. Throughout his career, Mr.
Burakoff has successfully recovered millions of dollars for accident victims. Notable cases include a construction worker who received $3.6 million for injuries sustained in a scaffold fall, and a pedestrian who was awarded $1.6 million after being struck by an automobile. Additionally, a sanitation worker secured $1,090,000 following a truck accident. These achievements underscore his commitment to securing justice for those affected by negligence and wrongdoing. In addition to his litigation work, Mr. Burakoff has served as an arbitrator for the Superior Court of New Jersey's Automobile and Personal Injury Arbitration Program. His experience extends to uninsured and underinsured motorist claims, where he has played a critical role in resolving disputes.
Furthermore, he was co-counsel for Essex County, Union County, and twelve other municipalities in mass tort litigation against the lead paint industry, demonstrating his involvement in significant legal matters that impact communities. Mr. Burakoff is an active member of several prestigious legal organizations. His affiliations include the American Bar Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is also a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association, the New Jersey Association for Justice, the American Association for Justice, the New Jersey State Bar Association, and the Morris County Bar Association. Through these memberships, he remains engaged with ongoing developments in the legal field, further enhancing his ability to serve his clients effectively.
