Michael J. "Mike" Baker
About Michael J. Baker
Michael J. Baker is a lawyer based in New Brunswick, NJ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Michael J. Baker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Government Relations Practice
- Health Care Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Municipal Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas LLP
Education: Brooklyn Law School, J.D., graduated 1983
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
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