Lorraine Miguel Medeiros
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Biography
Lorraine M. Medeiros, Esq., began her academic journey at McNair Academic High School in Jersey City, New Jersey, where she excelled in all subjects and was recognized as a leader in her class. Upon graduation she attended Cornell University as a Coca Cola National Scholar and the first New Jersey United States Jaycees Scholar, where she studied Policy, Analysis & Management and Human Development. She graduated with a Bachelors of Science and went on to attend Seton Hall Law School.
After being admitted to practice in New Jersey, the U.S. District Court of New Jersey, & New York. Ms. Medeiros, Esq. worked as In House Counsel for JPF Technology, LLC in NYC. Wanting to return to her roots and utilize her tri-lingual skills, Ms. Medeiros, Esq., became an Associate at Giantomasi & Oliveira, P.C., in Newark, New Jersey. After successfully growing the Family Division at Giantomasi & Oliveira, P.C. and establishing a reputation in excellence as a seasoned litigator, Ms. Medeiros founded the Law Offices of Lorraine M. Medeiros, Esq., LLC. Ms. Medeiros is proud to serve her clients in the heart of the Ironbound Section of Newark, New Jersey.
Ms. Medeiros, Esq. continues to put her clients first each and everyday. As a Portuguese and Spanish speaker, Ms. Medeiros. Esq. focuses her practice in bringing her years of experience to the diverse community thriving in New Jersey and New York.
Ms. Medeiros, Esq., is a member of the New Jersey Bar Association, the Young Lawyer's Division and the Family Section of the New Jersey Bar Association, the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators, the New York Bar Association, and the Cornell Association of Class Officers.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 21 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Lorraine M Medeiros Esq
56 Ferry Street, Suite 1, Newark, NJ, 07105-3215
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Lorraine Miguel Medeiros's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
13 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Awful lawyer
Terrible service would not recommend her to anyone from beginning to end just terrible run around service
Posted by John | August 05, 2014 | Child Custody
Simply outstanding
I have never met someone so dedicated to her clients. I retained Lorraine the Saturday before I had an emergency custody hearing as a friend referred her to me. She met with me that Saturday and spent the ENTIRE day going over the case with me. Come Monday morning, Lorraine fought for me and I won my...
Posted by Stephanie | August 05, 2014 | Partnership
Business savvy
I can to Lorraine because my business partner and I were at each other's throats. Lorraine sat down with me and really helped me understand the important issues at play in my case. She guided me through a very ugly situation and helped me focus on moving forward. She saved my business and I count her...
Posted by Shelly D. | May 21, 2014
Excellence is the key
I've been using Lorraine as my attorney for 6 years. I adore her and highly recommend her to all. She is excellent, it's her hallmark. She is accessible day or night as she gives out her cell number. She goes well beyond her role as an attorney. She makes the difference.
Posted by Jose lemos | May 21, 2014 | Debt Settlement
The best
She help me with my loan modification and my parents, great work, thank you. I really recommend her anytime.
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"Lorraine is an excellent attorney. She is organized, thorough and fights hard for her clients. She and I were adversaries in a case, but she treated me with courtesy in every phone call, letter and appearance. The case we had together ended in a trial so that I was able to witness first hand her flawless trial technique and confidence in the courtroom. She has the utmost respect from the bench and the bar. I happily give her name as a referral in cases that I cannot handle myself."
"Ms. Medeiros consistently contributes her time and good sense to the AVVO site. Her answers are well-considered, and universally written in a way anyone can understand. Her compassion for her clients is obvious, and I would not hesitate to recommend her services."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."
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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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Experience
Honors
1997
Coca Cola, Coca Cola
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Founder/Attorney, Law Offices of Lorraine M. Medeiros, Esq
2006 - 2008
Associate, Giantomasi & Oliveira
2005 - 2006
In House Counsel, JPF Technology
Associations
2004 - Present
New Jersey Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
My client received the restaurant as a part of a well negotiated settlement package
Education
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2014
Languages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
How long can a car dealer legally hold your Car Title when the car was fully paid on the day it was purchased?
08 Sep 2014
Can I take my child out of state without her father's(not on Birth Certificate) permission?
03 Aug 2014
Can I throw out my sister in law out of my house if she is not a tenant? Do I need a letter from lawyer?
19 Jul 2014