Michael Otto was born and raised in Iowa. Mr. Otto received a B.S. in Marketing from Iowa State University in 1990, where he was a member of the Golden Key National Honor Society. He went on to graduate from Drake University School of Law with a J.D. in 1994. He is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, the New Jersey Bar Association, and the Iowa Bar Association. He has been practicing law in New Jersey since 1996, and has been located in the same office space in Piscataway for the last ten years. In addition to his work as a general practice lawyer, Mr. Otto is also an active volunteer in his Piscataway community. He coaches a variety of sports for the Piscataway Recreation Department and routinely volunteers with the Cub Scouts in Morris County.

My office is dedicated to serving the legal needs of individuals facing serious issues including criminal charges and divorce. We also serve small businesses and corporate clients in a variety of areas. With over 20 years in practice we are able to bring a broad range of experience to the needs of our clients. My practice focuses on criminal and municipal defense, including DUI, traffic, CDS possession, weapons charges and all major crimes and minor offenses. I also serve the needs of individuals and families involved in divorce, child custody disputes and related proceedings. In addition to these practice areas, I have litigated complex civil and commercial matters involving: consumer fraud, personal Injury, contract drafting, negotiations and disputes, landlord/tenant matters and a wide variety of other cases.. I am ready to serve the needs of my clients with integrity, diligence and trust. Please contact me to discuss your needs.

Douglas S. Schwartz, formerly of the Union County Prosecutor's Office, joined the firm in 1992 and became a partner in 1999, when the name of the firm was changed to Sisselman & Schwartz, LLP. Douglas Schwartz is a practicing lawyer in the state of New Jersey specializing in Accident & Injury. Mr. Schwartz received his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law in 1991.