Franklin Santiago Montero

Franklin Santiago Montero

also known as Franklin S. Montero

4.9
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 14 years

Immigration Lawyer at CLIFTON, NJ
Practice Areas: Immigration, Bankruptcy & Debt, Real Estate ... +4 more

451 CLIFTON AVE, CLIFTON, NJ

About Franklin

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Most people who face financial problems are reluctant to pursue bankruptcy. They consider it shameful or dishonest to admit that they cannot pay their bills and struggle with the thought of being labeled “bankrupt.” There is nothing to be ashamed of.

20%
Immigration 20%

Immigration Law Specialist Franklin Montero has helped many people and companies deal with the complexities of immigration and will continue to do so, especially under the recent changes in the law. The process of obtaining a permanent or temporary

20%
Estate Planning 15%

When you have an estate plan, you rest a lot more easily than someone who does not. Assembling a definitive estate plan may include creating a will or trust, naming guardians for your minor children, naming powers of attorney and including a health c

15%
Real Estate 15%

If you are experiencing difficulty making your mortgage payments, a NJ loan modification might be the answer.

15%
Family 10%

Family law is more emotionally charged than any other area of the legal profession. It takes a special temperament as an attorney to handle the demands of the dissolution of a marriage and family. It is also necessary to be able to manage your client

10%
Foreclosure 10%

Over the past seven years or so, foreclosure in New Jersey has become part of everyday life for many Americans. Prior to 2008, a person facing a foreclosure on their home had very few options other than to catch up with their payments

10%
Personal Injury 10%

A personal injury attorney is necessary when you or a family member has been injured due to the negligence of another person or entity. You have a limited amount of time to file an action against them known as a statute of limitations. These statutes

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Franklin S. Montero

451 CLIFTON AVE, CLIFTON, NJ, 07011-2644

Law Offices of Franklin S. Montero, LLC

515 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10022

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Franklin Santiago Montero's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Martha | January 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Muy excelente abogado

Muy agradecido con el abogado franklin S Montero muy profesional y excelente trabajo sobre el caso fue eficiente y muy agradecida con Berenice por su apoyo y paciencia e información sobre nuestro caso gracias hacen un excelente trabajo muy recomendado

Posted by Luis | July 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

residential sale

Franklin was very proficient in assisting me and was very knowledgeable of what he was doing. His staff was also very professional.

Posted by Alice | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fighter for immigrant rights

Mr. Montero is very professional. He belived in me and fought for my rightabon immigration court

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration I-90

Montero helped me renew my green card. i was afraid to renew my green card because i was accused of a crime.

Posted by Kristen | August 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Civil Lawsuit

I cannot say enough good things about Mr. Montero. He helped our civil suit come to a fair settlement. Mr. Montero and his staff were very attentive, professional and helpful during our ordeal. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Citation, Office of Brooklyn Borough President

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Franklin S. Montero

Associations

2019 - Present

Dominican Day Parade

Board Member

2018 - Present

Passaic County Bar Association, District XI Ethics

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Released From ICE Essex County Jail

Parole Granted

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Education

2010

Rutgers-Newark

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Training Citizenship application Citizenship

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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