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.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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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.
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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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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