Michael J. Alber – Top Attorney
Huntington, NY – WW/Press/ Michael J. Alber , managing partner of the Law Offices of Michael J. Alber, P.C. , is recognized and distinguished in the Top Attorneys of North America 2023-2024 edition.
Michael J. Alber, the managing partner of the Law Offices of Michael J. Alber, P.C., leads a boutique litigation firm specializing in Matrimonial and Family Law, Criminal Law, and Civil Litigation. With a strong track record in both civil and criminal trials, Michael is highly sought-after as trial counsel by firms across New York. His high-profile cases have garnered extensive media coverage, with newspapers such as the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, the New York Post, and Newsday reporting on his successful outcomes.
Mr. Alber is renowned for his expertise in handling high-stakes legal cases with life-altering consequences. With experience in complex business disputes and high net worth divorces, he has successfully cross-examined a wide range of experts, from psychologists to DNA analysts and forensic accountants.
Throughout his career, Mr. Alber has provided representation for individuals and corporations alike. This includes doctors, lawyers, CEOs, CFOs, police officers, teachers, superintendents, and nurses, all of whom faced the possibility of losing their careers, their children, or their assets. His exemplary trial record speaks for itself.
As a former prosecutor for the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, Mr. Alber brings a unique perspective to civil litigation matters. His practical approach to resolving disputes, coupled with his persuasive cross-examination skills, consistently leads to successful outcomes. Time and time again, he has taken on high-conflict custody cases and complex asset distribution cases, achieving victory for clients who seemed to have little hope.
Michael J. Alber is a member of: Suffolk County Bar Association, New York Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, Nassau County Matrimonial Bar Association, Suffolk County Matrimonial Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and the National Academy of Criminal Defense Law. He graduated from The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University.
Michael J. Alber is an accomplished attorney with an impressive track record. He boasts a perfect 10/10 AVVO rating and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2018 to 2022. The MaryJayne Casillo Foundation honored him as their 2019 honoree. In addition, Michael has been part of prestigious organizations such as the National College of DUI Defense and America’s Premier DUI Attorney’s. His expertise in criminal defense is further exemplified by his inclusion in the National Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2015 and 2016.
Michael’s talent and dedication have not gone unnoticed. He was named one of New York State’s top 40 under 40 lawyers in criminal defense by the American Society of Legal Advocates in 2015. The following year, he achieved a place on America’s Top 100 Lawyer List and received a lifetime achievement award for his exceptional work in criminal defense. Top American Lawyers recognized Michael as a top American lawyer in 2016, an honor bestowed on less than 1% of the nation’s attorneys. The National Trial Lawyers also recognized his talent by awarding him with a Top 40 under 40 distinction.
In 2017, Michael’s excellence in criminal defense continued to shine, as he was once again named one of the American Society of Legal Advocates’ top 40 under 40 criminal defense lawyers in New York State. He also received the Lawyer of Distinction designation for his work in Divorce and Family Law, placing him among the top 10% of divorce and family lawyers in the United States.
Michael’s reputation as a top-tier attorney has only grown since then. In both 2019 and 2022, he was nominated for the Best Divorce Lawyer award for best of Long Island, solidifying his standing as one of the best in his field.
Michael is married to Melissa C. Alber, the Marketing and Public Relations Director of the firm.
The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.