Michael Botti is a thoughtful and dependable advocate who brings a steady hand and sharp judgment to every matter he handles. Clients value his diligence, responsiveness, and practical approach to resolving disputes and protecting their interests.

Mr. Botti focuses his practice on general commercial litigation and employment law. He has extensive experience in all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing fact and expert discovery, and briefing dispositive motions. He has represented clients in state and federal court matters, ranging from complex contract and business tort disputes to employment-related claims involving discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour violations.

Mr. Botti clerked for the Honorable James R. Paganelli in the Superior Court of New Jersey and for the Honorable Jamel K. Semper in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. During his clerkships, Mr. Botti drafted nearly 100 judicial opinions, providing him with deep insight into judicial decision-making and the litigation process from the bench’s perspective. This experience sharpened his legal writing and research skills and continues to inform his strategic thinking and courtroom advocacy.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Botti worked at a prominent New Jersey law firm, where he mainly practiced employment law. His work included conducting internal investigations and counseling employers on compliance, workplace policies, and risk mitigation. This blend of litigation and advisory experience allows Mr. Botti to tailor his legal strategies to each client’s unique needs, whether navigating a contentious dispute or seeking preventative solutions.

Memberships & Affiliations

  • Essex County Bar Association
  • New Jersey State Bar Association
  • Hispanic National Bar Association
  • Sidney Reitman Inn of Court

Clerkships

  • Hon. Jamel K. Semper, U.S.D.J.
  • Hon. James R. Paganelli, J.S.C., General Equity Division