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Michael Ivan Wolfson, IP Attorney in Greenwich, Connecticut

Over 58 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Greenwich, CT

Practicing ip in Greenwich since 1968.

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Michael Ivan Wolfson is an attorney based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on IP. Michael has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Greenwich, CT
Experience
over 58 years
Known for
IP
  • Handles IP matters from Greenwich, CT.
  • Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Michael Ivan Wolfson: Michael Ivan Wolfson is an attorney based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on IP. Michael has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Michael takes on

Michael concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Greenwich, Connecticut

Michael takes ip matters in Greenwich, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Michael Ivan Wolfson — ip lawyer in Greenwich

Michael Ivan Wolfson is an attorney based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on IP. Michael has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Michael Ivan Wolfson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Michael received a B.Ch.E. degree from Cornell University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years. Michael practices in Greenwich, CT.

Michael's approach to ip cases

Michael Ivan Wolfson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Michael received a B.Ch.E. degree from Cornell University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years. Michael practices in Greenwich, CT.

Clients Michael works with

Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Greenwich and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Cornell University

    LL.B. · 1967

  • Cornell University

    B.Ch.E. · 1964

Jurisdictions

Michael's state bar admissions

  • New York registered

    1968 · ACTIVE

Michael studied at LL.B. in Cornell University and B.Ch.E. in Cornell University.

Law school and academic background

Michael completed LL.B. in Cornell University and B.Ch.E. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Michael's professional memberships and bar associations

  • New York State Bar Association New York Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association

    membership

Locations

Michael Ivan Wolfson's office in Greenwich

Michael's primary office is at 15 Coachlamp Ln apt, Greenwich, CT, 06830-4002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

15 Coachlamp Ln apt

Greenwich, CT 06830-4002

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Michael Ivan Wolfson — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ip attorneys in Greenwich.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael Ivan Wolfson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Greenwich, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael

Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Michael Ivan Wolfson

  • How much does it cost to hire Michael for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

    Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in Connecticut typically take?

    Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Greenwich?

    Michael is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Michael accepting new ip clients right now?

    Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

IP attorneys serving Greenwich, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut

Michael handles ip matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.

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