Frances Nicotra

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Frances Nicotra

also known as Frances Nicotra

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Jersey City, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

853 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ

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About Frances

Biography

Work with Integrity, Resolution with Dignity. Affordable Rates. 20+ years experience.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%
Marriage and Prenuptials 20%

20%
Alimony 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2020
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2018 2017

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 33 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law office of Frances Nicotra, Esq.

853 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07307

fnesqlaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Frances online.

Frances Nicotra's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 Rob | February 07, 2020 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank YOU VERY MUCH Frances!

I called Frances for some help regarding a legal matter thinking she would need my credit card and she spent time with me on the phone and called the court on my behalf to find out what the status of my case was! NO CHARGE! What a lady of INTEGRITY. I WOULD RECOMMEND FRANCES over any other Attorne...y in the area. Thankn you very much Frances

Posted by Deb | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Public Defender

My son, a honorably discharged veteran, has had service related issues for years. I have been trying to get him to admit himself to the VA Hospital for help. Unfortunately, we recently had the need to go to court for a serious issue. Ms. Nicotra sat with us for more than an hour, speaking to my son..., in an effort to convince him to admit himself for service related treatment. Although we will most likely be involved with this legal matter for some time to come, I must commend her dedication to her clients. Most lawyers appointed by courts are so overwhelmed with clients, they rush client meetings. Not Ms. Nicotra. She was successful in helping me to convince my son to admit himself for long term treatment with the VA, which he did less than 48 hours after our meeting. For this, I am grateful to her.

Posted by yolanda | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

sexual harrassment

Francis is no joke she gets down to her job. She worked for me non stop in my case and won.She worked tirelessly to the end . She is kind and when speaking with Francis is like you have known this lady for many years. She does not lie to you or give you false feedback . She tells you like it suppose ...to be. I want to thank this lady for helping me in my case when no one would and not only was my case closed she opened the case back up the very next day of her reviewing my case the best part was we won . I was very happy with the results. People, she is the best .

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Lawyer Ever ❤️

My Frances wasn’t only my lawyer, she IS my confidante, she’s the only person I trusted since the first day. From Frances’s beautiful, loving smile to her caring yet nurturing side to being the boss lady lawyer in court! She won all my cases it was the most horrific experience of my life. She gave me... back my freedom from a scam/ con and horrid marriage. I still send her pictures from time to time to show her how she nurtured a baby bird to being a very strong, confident girl I am today. I love her with all my heart and wish her nothing but the best. I’ll still always show you my progress and a gift awaits from your aspiring, fashion designer, client. Hope you love pastels! <3

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Frances Nicotra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Newman

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Leonard Boyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Nicotra is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to her clients' success."

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Leonard Cohen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tanya Freeman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Brian Freeman

General practice lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Brian Freeman

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney at Law, Frances Nicotra, Esq.

1991 - 1992

Intern, Kings County District Attorney, Nyc

Associations

2021 - Present

Hudson County Bar Association

President

2020 - 2021

Hudson County Bar Association

President-Elect

2017 - 2020

Hudson County Bar Association

Vice President

2015 - 2017

Hudson County Bar Association

Executive Committee

2000 - 2015

Hudson County Bar Association

Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

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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

Top Contributor

Frances earned significant contribution points in 2018.

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