Laura M Mendonca

Laura M Mendonca

4.5
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Parsippany, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

119 Cherry Hill Road, Suite 120, Parsippany, NJ

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2001

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Weinberger Divorce and Family Law Group, LLC

119 Cherry Hill Road, Suite 120, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

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Laura M Mendonca's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Reliable professional

Laura Mendonca was reliable, responsible and knowledgeable lawyer. She took the case and worked closely together all the steps up the way. Laura is a responsible professional and i knew she resolved all as best as she could and I always felt that I could count on her.

Posted by SV | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Not The Usual "ONE SIZE FITS ALL" Divorce Attorney

After meeting with several other divorce attorney’s I hired Laura immediately after our consultation. Laura has a very different way about her that is professional, compassionate and so reassuring. Laura does not use the “cookie cutter” divorce template that many other attorney’s use with their cli...ents. Instead, she took the time to ask very specific questions about my family, assets and dynamics and was more than happy to answer my questions. She is knowledgeable and extremely diligent, she did not miss a beat despite being on maternity leave for part of the time she represented me. Laura was responsive during the time she represented me and after – I’ve reached out to her with questions and she has gotten back to me immediately although she is no longer on retainer. Laura will make you feel comfortable during this difficult time but do not be misled by her soft spoken demeanor, she can effectively bring out the “lionesses” when necessary. I am extremely satisfied with Laura’s professionalism and attention to detail. You will not be disappointed when you hire her.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Beware!!! Unprofessional!W7W

Beware! This lawyer has lacks work ethic, almost had my case dismissed due to the fact that she never filed the paperwork (which she claimed she did). Changed law firms (previously Morales, Mendonca & Pagan, LLC) half way through and did not inform me until I received notice form the court of case di...smissal (though she claims to have left a vm). Overcharged for hours she claimed she had worked though she did not communicate with me for 3 months. Arrived 1 hour late to the court and when the judge was reviewing the paperwork it had been prepared with the incorrect docket number. Look somewhere else, she is not worth the headache or trouble!!! The entire process for my divorce took 9 months, even though it was amicable and my ex husband agreed and signed everything without a lawyer!

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Laura M Mendonca's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph DiPiazza

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Laura as an adversary on a case. She is an experienced, highly skilled and well rounded family law attorney."

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Nicole Cioffi

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Varga

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Tuchman

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Laura is a top-notch attorney with excellent credentials and tremendous experience in the field of family law. She advocates zealously for her clients and does so effectively and persuasively. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Heather Martin

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nickolas Mourtos

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Brueche

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Laura is a zealous advocate for her clients and a professional in every sense of the word. She is highly knowledgeable in all aspects of family law and represents her clients with strength and advocacy. She is an expert in her field and I highly recommend her."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Certified Matrimonial Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court

2016

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2011

Listed, New Jersey Monthly

2011

Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Associate, Weinberger Law Group, LLC

2009 - 2013

Assoicate, Garces & Grabler, PC

2005 - 2009

Managing Partner, Morales, Mendonca & Pagan, L.L.C.

2002 - 2005

Associate, Da silva & Pinho, L.L.C.

2001 - 2002

Judicial Law Clerk, Honorable Karen M. Cassidy, J.S.C. Superior Court of New Jersey, Union County, Family Part

Associations

2002 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2001

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Kean University

Speaking Engagements

2009

Wind of the Spirit

Domestic Violence Seminar Guest Speaker

2008

Wind of the Spirit

Domestic Violence Seminar Guest Speaker

Languages

Portuguese

Spanish

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