team-member

Michael Quiat

Hackensack, NJ

Licensed for 40 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Business

Language

English

About

I understand the hardships faced by individuals when they have to square off against an insurance company with unlimited resources, often times when they are least able to handle the financial and emotional burdens of such battles. In the ERISA, disability, life and long term care claims area, an experienced and compassionate advocate can level the playing field and make success attainable. My philosophy is simple: when you are right, don't take "no" for an answer.

Practices Areas

Business

Language

English

Contact

Uscher, Quiat, Uscher & Russo, P.C.433 Hackensack AvenueHackensack, NJ, 07601 Unknown (201) 342-7100 433 Hackensack AvenueHackensack, NJ, 07601 Unknown (201) 342-7100(201) 342-7100

Office: (201) 373-6845

Website: N/A

Reviews

Kevin
March 8, 2016

Mike took the time in our initial meeting to truly understand my situation and what I was up against. He listened to my concerns and never pressured me to make a decision to retain his services. Mike allows for input from you in developing your appeal. He referred me to the appropriate doctors and to an Occupational Therapist for testing in order to document my disability. There was constant communication via e-mail or by telephone. Mike is dependable, he does what he says he is going to do and he follows up on the action steps. He is straight forward with you and realistic about your chances with the appeal and the time frame involved. He has a professional office with a very competent staff including paralegals. Mike is highly experienced in dealing with the major insurance carriers. He is also very personable and he made additional recommendations to me regarding my well being. He is the number 1 individual disability in the state. Simply put, he is the best, hands down. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
November 22, 2015

As I was facing some of the most difficult times of my life with seemingly no way out, I was most fortunate to meet Michael Quiat. Among other things, I was in search for a long-term disability attorney I felt I could trust, and put my life in their hands. I researched the internet thoroughly and met various LTD attorneys. But it was not until I met Michael Quiat that I began to believe that all was not lost. Mike sat with me, focused fully on my situation. He did not interrupt but listened intently. At the end of my verbal dissertation, he calmly and with the highest level of confidence said, "Everything will be alright. We will work through this together and begin to turn your life around." At that very moment, I felt as if a great weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I believed in him because I knew he believed in himself. Michael was by my side as we completed the entire filing process, and continues to be there still should I have any questions or concerns. He makes himself available as if I were his only client, which I am certain I am not. He has been more than just an attorney who has helped me successfully receive my long-term disability. He has been a friend and advocate as well. He has been instrumental in helping me start to take control of my life once again. Though the road ahead may still be long, it brings me great comfort and solace to know that I will not be walking that road alone, but will always have Michael by my side. Thank you Michael for all you have done, and continue to do, for my family and me. A most grateful and satisfied client.

Roseann
March 10, 2021

Choosing the right long term disability attorney can change your life. I am extremely pleased with my decision to have Mike Quiat represent me. He is knowledgeable, responsive, easy to work with and has just the perfect amount of "toughness" to deal with the insurance companies. I had a great outcome in a very short amount of time. I highly recommend Mike Quiat

Barbara
July 15, 2020

I needed help with a personal disability claim and was referred to two lawyers. Mr Quiat returned my phone call personally and listened to me explain my issue for fifteen minutes over the phone. He quoted me a likely fee and so hired him. From the first call to the last encounter I always felt Mike was working for ME...not to improve his record, but to get me the result I deserved. Mr. Quiat’s professionalism, empathy, and expertise Were responsible for our success in the case. I am most grateful. The fee ended up being about 80% of the quoted cost. I highly recommend Michael Quiat!

Orlandio
June 24, 2017

Mr. Quiat held my hand through the whole process. When in doubt he cleared the air. When in disagreement, he made good to our verbal conversations. Would I hire him again? Yes I would. Super easy to talk too, seem very caring and fair. He did a good job and always provided the pros and cons at each level.

Alex
June 6, 2017

Michael Quiat and his team handled my disability claim. Not only are they extremely experienced professionals who get the results they promise, they are very easy to work with, which I never thought I would say about any attorney. Michael is very knowledgeable and was able to tell me what to expect every step of the way, he also promptly answered any questions I had. Joel D. Zelkowitz managed my case and he was just wonderful, always responsive and reachable via email and phone; very detailed so everything was handled on time and correctly. They made an extremely difficult and stressful situation bearable and what seemed to be impossible manageable. I would highly recommend Michael Quiat and his team!

Carlos
December 8, 2016

Mr. Quiat, and his Team were able to re-instate my disability benefits discontinued by Aetna Insurance. Mr. Quiat was always available, and responded quickly to any inquiries, questions I had via phone, email or thru his Team. Very professional, and detailed. I highly recommend Mr. Quiat. I would use his services again!!

anonymous
December 8, 2016

Mr. Quiat . Is thorough , pleasant to work with . He exhibits , complete competency of his profession . I would highly recommend him . His many years of experience qualifies him to approach his work with confidence, that the outcome was handled with the upmost dillegence.

Kevin
December 7, 2016

Mr. Quiat was very specific about my options, chances of a successful appeal, and the costs of same. We did discuss the possibility of taking the issue to court and costs of such action. My appeal, as directed by Mr. Quiat, with the assistance of professionals at his firm, was successful on the first attempt. There was no need to take the time and incur the costs of a trial.

Barbara
August 15, 2015

]Michael Quiat handled my long term disability.case and did so in a very caring manner. He was a great advocate and always quick to return phone calls. My.case was a psychiatric disability.case but he never treated me like I was crazy or showed me anything but the utmost respect. At this juncture in my life, I unfortunately was dealing with 8 or 9 different attorneys all on different matters. To put it nicely, I so wish Mike could have handled.every single one for me. To put it not.so nicely, out of this bunch the only one I can be 100% certain that is not going straight.to hell is Mike. And a long overdue thank you for not charging 18% interest on an overdue bill while I was.unable to pay it. I did settle up as soon as I could and wish my accountant would.take.a page out of your book. Folks,]the only.thing.I.can say is.dont get used.to.it. Other attorneys are not cut from the same.cloth. I recommend him mostp.highly.

Kevin
March 8, 2016

Mike took the time in our initial meeting to truly understand my situation and what I was up against. He listened to my concerns and never pressured me to make a decision to retain his services. Mike allows for input from you in developing your appeal. He referred me to the appropriate doctors and to an Occupational Therapist for testing in order to document my disability. There was constant communication via e-mail or by telephone. Mike is dependable, he does what he says he is going to do and he follows up on the action steps. He is straight forward with you and realistic about your chances with the appeal and the time frame involved. He has a professional office with a very competent staff including paralegals. Mike is highly experienced in dealing with the major insurance carriers. He is also very personable and he made additional recommendations to me regarding my well being. He is the number 1 individual disability in the state. Simply put, he is the best, hands down. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
November 22, 2015

As I was facing some of the most difficult times of my life with seemingly no way out, I was most fortunate to meet Michael Quiat. Among other things, I was in search for a long-term disability attorney I felt I could trust, and put my life in their hands. I researched the internet thoroughly and met various LTD attorneys. But it was not until I met Michael Quiat that I began to believe that all was not lost. Mike sat with me, focused fully on my situation. He did not interrupt but listened intently. At the end of my verbal dissertation, he calmly and with the highest level of confidence said, "Everything will be alright. We will work through this together and begin to turn your life around." At that very moment, I felt as if a great weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I believed in him because I knew he believed in himself. Michael was by my side as we completed the entire filing process, and continues to be there still should I have any questions or concerns. He makes himself available as if I were his only client, which I am certain I am not. He has been more than just an attorney who has helped me successfully receive my long-term disability. He has been a friend and advocate as well. He has been instrumental in helping me start to take control of my life once again. Though the road ahead may still be long, it brings me great comfort and solace to know that I will not be walking that road alone, but will always have Michael by my side. Thank you Michael for all you have done, and continue to do, for my family and me. A most grateful and satisfied client.

Roseann
March 10, 2021

Choosing the right long term disability attorney can change your life. I am extremely pleased with my decision to have Mike Quiat represent me. He is knowledgeable, responsive, easy to work with and has just the perfect amount of "toughness" to deal with the insurance companies. I had a great outcome in a very short amount of time. I highly recommend Mike Quiat

Barbara
July 15, 2020

I needed help with a personal disability claim and was referred to two lawyers. Mr Quiat returned my phone call personally and listened to me explain my issue for fifteen minutes over the phone. He quoted me a likely fee and so hired him. From the first call to the last encounter I always felt Mike was working for ME...not to improve his record, but to get me the result I deserved. Mr. Quiat’s professionalism, empathy, and expertise Were responsible for our success in the case. I am most grateful. The fee ended up being about 80% of the quoted cost. I highly recommend Michael Quiat!

Orlandio
June 24, 2017

Mr. Quiat held my hand through the whole process. When in doubt he cleared the air. When in disagreement, he made good to our verbal conversations. Would I hire him again? Yes I would. Super easy to talk too, seem very caring and fair. He did a good job and always provided the pros and cons at each level.

Alex
June 6, 2017

Michael Quiat and his team handled my disability claim. Not only are they extremely experienced professionals who get the results they promise, they are very easy to work with, which I never thought I would say about any attorney. Michael is very knowledgeable and was able to tell me what to expect every step of the way, he also promptly answered any questions I had. Joel D. Zelkowitz managed my case and he was just wonderful, always responsive and reachable via email and phone; very detailed so everything was handled on time and correctly. They made an extremely difficult and stressful situation bearable and what seemed to be impossible manageable. I would highly recommend Michael Quiat and his team!

Carlos
December 8, 2016

Mr. Quiat, and his Team were able to re-instate my disability benefits discontinued by Aetna Insurance. Mr. Quiat was always available, and responded quickly to any inquiries, questions I had via phone, email or thru his Team. Very professional, and detailed. I highly recommend Mr. Quiat. I would use his services again!!

anonymous
December 8, 2016

Mr. Quiat . Is thorough , pleasant to work with . He exhibits , complete competency of his profession . I would highly recommend him . His many years of experience qualifies him to approach his work with confidence, that the outcome was handled with the upmost dillegence.

Kevin
December 7, 2016

Mr. Quiat was very specific about my options, chances of a successful appeal, and the costs of same. We did discuss the possibility of taking the issue to court and costs of such action. My appeal, as directed by Mr. Quiat, with the assistance of professionals at his firm, was successful on the first attempt. There was no need to take the time and incur the costs of a trial.

Barbara
August 15, 2015

]Michael Quiat handled my long term disability.case and did so in a very caring manner. He was a great advocate and always quick to return phone calls. My.case was a psychiatric disability.case but he never treated me like I was crazy or showed me anything but the utmost respect. At this juncture in my life, I unfortunately was dealing with 8 or 9 different attorneys all on different matters. To put it nicely, I so wish Mike could have handled.every single one for me. To put it not.so nicely, out of this bunch the only one I can be 100% certain that is not going straight.to hell is Mike. And a long overdue thank you for not charging 18% interest on an overdue bill while I was.unable to pay it. I did settle up as soon as I could and wish my accountant would.take.a page out of your book. Folks,]the only.thing.I.can say is.dont get used.to.it. Other attorneys are not cut from the same.cloth. I recommend him mostp.highly.

Kevin
March 8, 2016

Mike took the time in our initial meeting to truly understand my situation and what I was up against. He listened to my concerns and never pressured me to make a decision to retain his services. Mike allows for input from you in developing your appeal. He referred me to the appropriate doctors and to an Occupational Therapist for testing in order to document my disability. There was constant communication via e-mail or by telephone. Mike is dependable, he does what he says he is going to do and he follows up on the action steps. He is straight forward with you and realistic about your chances with the appeal and the time frame involved. He has a professional office with a very competent staff including paralegals. Mike is highly experienced in dealing with the major insurance carriers. He is also very personable and he made additional recommendations to me regarding my well being. He is the number 1 individual disability in the state. Simply put, he is the best, hands down. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
November 22, 2015

As I was facing some of the most difficult times of my life with seemingly no way out, I was most fortunate to meet Michael Quiat. Among other things, I was in search for a long-term disability attorney I felt I could trust, and put my life in their hands. I researched the internet thoroughly and met various LTD attorneys. But it was not until I met Michael Quiat that I began to believe that all was not lost. Mike sat with me, focused fully on my situation. He did not interrupt but listened intently. At the end of my verbal dissertation, he calmly and with the highest level of confidence said, "Everything will be alright. We will work through this together and begin to turn your life around." At that very moment, I felt as if a great weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I believed in him because I knew he believed in himself. Michael was by my side as we completed the entire filing process, and continues to be there still should I have any questions or concerns. He makes himself available as if I were his only client, which I am certain I am not. He has been more than just an attorney who has helped me successfully receive my long-term disability. He has been a friend and advocate as well. He has been instrumental in helping me start to take control of my life once again. Though the road ahead may still be long, it brings me great comfort and solace to know that I will not be walking that road alone, but will always have Michael by my side. Thank you Michael for all you have done, and continue to do, for my family and me. A most grateful and satisfied client.

Roseann
March 10, 2021

Choosing the right long term disability attorney can change your life. I am extremely pleased with my decision to have Mike Quiat represent me. He is knowledgeable, responsive, easy to work with and has just the perfect amount of "toughness" to deal with the insurance companies. I had a great outcome in a very short amount of time. I highly recommend Mike Quiat

Barbara
July 15, 2020

I needed help with a personal disability claim and was referred to two lawyers. Mr Quiat returned my phone call personally and listened to me explain my issue for fifteen minutes over the phone. He quoted me a likely fee and so hired him. From the first call to the last encounter I always felt Mike was working for ME...not to improve his record, but to get me the result I deserved. Mr. Quiat’s professionalism, empathy, and expertise Were responsible for our success in the case. I am most grateful. The fee ended up being about 80% of the quoted cost. I highly recommend Michael Quiat!

Orlandio
June 24, 2017

Mr. Quiat held my hand through the whole process. When in doubt he cleared the air. When in disagreement, he made good to our verbal conversations. Would I hire him again? Yes I would. Super easy to talk too, seem very caring and fair. He did a good job and always provided the pros and cons at each level.

Alex
June 6, 2017

Michael Quiat and his team handled my disability claim. Not only are they extremely experienced professionals who get the results they promise, they are very easy to work with, which I never thought I would say about any attorney. Michael is very knowledgeable and was able to tell me what to expect every step of the way, he also promptly answered any questions I had. Joel D. Zelkowitz managed my case and he was just wonderful, always responsive and reachable via email and phone; very detailed so everything was handled on time and correctly. They made an extremely difficult and stressful situation bearable and what seemed to be impossible manageable. I would highly recommend Michael Quiat and his team!

Carlos
December 8, 2016

Mr. Quiat, and his Team were able to re-instate my disability benefits discontinued by Aetna Insurance. Mr. Quiat was always available, and responded quickly to any inquiries, questions I had via phone, email or thru his Team. Very professional, and detailed. I highly recommend Mr. Quiat. I would use his services again!!

anonymous
December 8, 2016

Mr. Quiat . Is thorough , pleasant to work with . He exhibits , complete competency of his profession . I would highly recommend him . His many years of experience qualifies him to approach his work with confidence, that the outcome was handled with the upmost dillegence.

Kevin
December 7, 2016

Mr. Quiat was very specific about my options, chances of a successful appeal, and the costs of same. We did discuss the possibility of taking the issue to court and costs of such action. My appeal, as directed by Mr. Quiat, with the assistance of professionals at his firm, was successful on the first attempt. There was no need to take the time and incur the costs of a trial.

Barbara
August 15, 2015

]Michael Quiat handled my long term disability.case and did so in a very caring manner. He was a great advocate and always quick to return phone calls. My.case was a psychiatric disability.case but he never treated me like I was crazy or showed me anything but the utmost respect. At this juncture in my life, I unfortunately was dealing with 8 or 9 different attorneys all on different matters. To put it nicely, I so wish Mike could have handled.every single one for me. To put it not.so nicely, out of this bunch the only one I can be 100% certain that is not going straight.to hell is Mike. And a long overdue thank you for not charging 18% interest on an overdue bill while I was.unable to pay it. I did settle up as soon as I could and wish my accountant would.take.a page out of your book. Folks,]the only.thing.I.can say is.dont get used.to.it. Other attorneys are not cut from the same.cloth. I recommend him mostp.highly.