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At the Law Firm of Frances Nicotra, Esq., our goal is to help you out of a challenging situation as those described above and help you move into a much happier, healthier and more harmonious chapter in your life. Frances Nicotra, Esq. is passionate about the practice of law and enjoys assisting people through difficult times and seeing them through to resolution. In addition to passion for law, Frances Nicotra, Esq. greatly enjoys reading fiction, listening to Prince and performing aerial circus arts.
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Work with Integrity, Resolution with Dignity. Affordable Rates. 20+ years experience.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
Divorce and Separation
20%
Family
20%
Marriage and Prenuptials
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2020
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2018 2017
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 33 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Law office of Frances Nicotra, Esq.
(201) 963-2005
Fax
853 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07307
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Frances Nicotra's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2024 | Divorce & Separation
The most genuine and amazing individual
Frances Nicotra is one of the nicest and most genuine person and legal professional there is. She helped me through my divorce process with ease. I highly recommend her to anyone.
Posted by Jin | March 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very professional and efficient
It was such a pleasure working with Frances. She is super efficient and always get back to me right away. I ended up getting the final judgement much sooner than I expected thanks to her hard work.
Posted by Al | January 12, 2024
Such an honest and positive attorney.
I am extremely satisfied with the way she handled my situation. She was professional, informative, sensitive and fair.
Posted by Andrea | December 22, 2023
The best attorney ever
I had experience with attorneys from child custody, immigration, DUI and divorce cases in past 10 years.( mostly because of my husband)Ms Nicotra is the best of all of them. Even I went only for a consultation she was extremely helpful weeks after our consultation as well. She endlessly helped me a...
Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2023 | Child Custody
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE
I had a very complex case regarding a child custody matter. Frances is no joke she is very honest and trust worthy and provided me which excellent advise . God puts you with who you need to be with . HIRE HER
Frances Nicotra's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Nicotra's many answers on AVVO demonstrate that she possesses superior knowledge and experience in the area of Family Law. I endorse this lawyer!"
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"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to her clients' success."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frances is a well known and well respected attorney. I have had several cases with her and she is always well prepared and fights hard for her clients."
Brian Freeman
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Attorney at Law, Frances Nicotra, Esq.
1991 - 1992
Intern, Kings County District Attorney, Nyc
Associations
2021 - Present
Hudson County Bar AssociationPresident
2020 - 2021
Hudson County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2017 - 2020
Hudson County Bar AssociationVice President
2015 - 2017
Hudson County Bar AssociationExecutive Committee
2000 - 2015
Hudson County Bar AssociationTrustee
Sample of Legal Cases
Anonymous vs. Anonymous
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Education
1991
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
State University of New York, Stony Brook
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Personal Injury Seminar/Ethics Seminar
Continuing Legal Education
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Frances earned significant contribution points in 2018.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a spouse be removed from the marital property in NJ if they are not on the deed,the property was purchased before marriage.
15 Sep 2022
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Can the lawyer I have met with for an initial complimentary consultation represent my ex spouse I live in NJ
27 Feb 2022
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How do i get a certification on non-existence case imformation statements
27 Feb 2022