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The Elfant Rickett Law Firm, located in Bergen County, New Jersey, was founded by seasoned New Jersey family law attorney Rosa Elfant Rickett. With offices in Ridgewood, the Elfant Rickett Law Firm is dedicated entirely to divorce, special education, domestic violence, and other family law matters. Our skilled New Jersey family law team regularly assists clients with child custody, division of assets, alimony, and child support matters during and after the divorce process. We also serve on behalf of unmarried parents with child support enforcement and paternity issues, as well as those embroiled in restraining order proceedings. Additionally, a significant portion of our practice is concentrated on New Jersey Special Education Law, as we passionately advocate for children with special needs across the State. Whether your child requires a special school environment, or specific accommodations within their current school, we fight tirelessly to ensure that your child has access to the education they deserve.
Our firm’s founder, Rosa Elfant Rickett, graduated magna cum laude from Hofstra University in 1998 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Political Science and Psychology. She went on to study law at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York, earning her Juris Doctorate in 2001. During law school, Rosa worked for the Family Court in Manhattan, which ignited her passion for family law. She also worked under the Attorney General’s Office in New York, gaining valuable experience among the highest echelons of the legal system. After graduating from law school and becoming admitted to practice in the United States District Court, District of New Jersey, Rosa served as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Stephen J. Bernstein in Essex County. During this time, she accumulated a wealth of knowledge about the inner workings of the New Jersey court system, which she now employs to best serve her clients in their legal matters.
Rosa spent the next several years working for some of the most highly recognized law firms in New Jersey. At her first firm, she was able to concentrate entirely on family law, while at her second, she gained invaluable knowledge and experience working in special education law. Over five years ago, Rosa ventured into private practice, establishing the Elfant Rickett Law Firm, where she is able to dedicate herself to her passions for families and children with special needs in New Jersey. Over the course of her career, Rosa has handled a vast array of extremely challenging cases, including international child custody disputes, high profile divorces, and divorce matters involving the transgender population. She has extensive experience with matrimonial mediation but is also an aggressive advocate during divorce litigation, often being called a “pitbull” by former clients. Rosa has also tackled some of the most complex asset distribution issues during New Jersey divorce and she has particular experience with forensic accounting. Whether she is advocating for a children with special needs during education proceedings, facilitating a favorable marital settlement agreement, or going to battle during divorce litigation, Rosa puts her heart and soul into each and every client’s case.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2002
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Posted by Vincent | September 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional, knowledgeable attorney. I'm so glad she was recommended!
Before retaining Rosa, I had gone through 2 attorneys, filed multiple motions, and was still dealing with a bitter, narcissistic ex who was regularly violating the divorce settlement and not acting in the best interest of our child. Rosa understood the situation and had a clear plan of action by t...
Posted by Ed | April 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best attorney i have worked with
While going through my divorce i was worried and uncomfortable navigating through it all. Rosa was able to take allot of weight off my shoulder because she was able to help me by answering any and all questions that i had. I highly recommend Rosa for her professionalism and hard work ethic, with her ...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best in Class and Highly Recommended.
I spoke to numerous law firms before hiring Ms. Rickett to represent me in my divorce proceedings. From the very first time we talked, I sensed a heightened level of competence, integrity, and clarity of thought with Ms. Rickett, as compared to her peers. She guided me through the incredibly burden...
Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Hope and Confidence Restored!
I generally do not write reviews but I am compelled to write about my experience with this law firm. It is so hard to put in words what the Elphant Rickett Law Firm has done for me and my precious daughter. Esq. Rickett gave me back a sense of relief, peace and most of all hope. For too long my life...
Posted by Brian | August 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Amazing!!
If you want a great lawyer that will fight for you, you have found her! I cannot express how amazing Rosa and her team were while going through my divorce. I was dealing with a Narcissist and Rosa knew exactly how to handle that type of personality. Rosa is a no nonsense professional with years...
"I've had the opportunity to work with Rosa on matters. She is an aggressive advocate for her clients. She does not back down from a fight. She is also very knowledgeable on this area of the law. There is no doubt that her clients will know that she has their back."
"I endorse this attorney. She is a hard-working attorney, advocates zealously for her clients, and is knowledgeable about the law."
"Rosa is hard-nosed but practical attorney, and a consummate professional. I look forward to working opposite her again."
"In the case I had with Rosa she was a consummate professional who was not afraid to cooperate with counsel in amicably resolving difficult issues in an expeditious manner. I look forward to working with Rosa again in the future."
"Rosa is a zealous advocate and truly fights for her clients rights. Rosa is aggressive and effective and is not afraid to take on those tough cases. I highly recommend retaining Rosa for any matters relating to divorce and family law."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. She is aggressive and passionate, well-versed, and experienced. She takes the time to ensure that her clients understand the divorce process and is there to address questions and concerns every step of the way. I have sent clients to her in the past - all of whom sing her praises - and will continue to do so. She is an absolute asset to the legal community!"
"Rosa and I were opposing counsel on a very difficult case, which we were ultimately able to settle due to both of us being honest, ethical, realistic, cooperative, and professional with each other. Since that case, I have referred Rosa several clients that I was unable to represent due to client conflicts or scheduling issues. All of my referrals report back to me with nothing but positive reviews of Rosa and that she has exceeded even their own expectations. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney and I do not have any hesitation or reservations about referring more clients to her in the future."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2026
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2025
Best lawyer, Expertise
2024
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2022
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2021
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2021
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Lawyer of the Year, American Institute of Legal Professionals
2020
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2019
Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Litigator of the Year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012 - Present
Partner, Elfant Rickett Law Firm
2000 - 2001
Judicial Law Clerk, Stephen J. Bernstein Essex County
Member
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BS - Bachelor of Science
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English