Rosa Elfant Rickett

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Rosa Elfant Rickett

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 23 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fair Lawn, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +5 more

10-04 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ

About Rosa

Biography

Seasoned New Jersey family law attorney who has dedicated her life to assisting families facing challenges, ranging from special needs education to child custody battles and complex asset division during divorce.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Child Custody 15%

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Family 15%

15%
Alimony 10%

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Child Support 10%

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Education 5%

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Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Elfant Rickett Law Firm

10-04 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410

elfantrickettlawyers.com/

Online Presence

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Rosa Elfant Rickett's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 21 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Artur | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She is the best lawyer!

I hired Rosa after I realized that my wife secured a divorce behind my back through the Courts without notice to me. As part of this unilateral divorce she also secured custody of our son and an astronomical child support award. She also tried to remove me from our home through the Courts. When I h...ired Rosa she filed a complicated application with the Court, set aside the unilateral Judgement of Divorce secured by my wife, and successfully opposed me being kicked out of our home through a Court Order. This was a very volatile and complicated legal situation and I was not on solid ground and very stressed out. Rosa and Lisette communicated with me every step of the way. Rosa fought for me in Court and I now have custody of my son along with my wife, and a reasonable child support award. Rosa also paved the way for us to modify both again, in the future. I highly recommend Rosa, she knows the law, strategizes and fights for her client. Rosa will also communicate with you, make you feel better and explain the process to you every step of the way. Thank you very much Rosa and Lisette.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Supportive Legal Representation

I hired Rosa to represent me in a domestic violence situation. She defended me and knocked out a restraining order against me. She was calm and assertive. She knew the law and argued for my best interests. I highly recommend Rosa.

Posted by Josie | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic, savvy, and unafraid

Rosa was my attorney through a contentious, 21-month case. She was by my side the whole time, encouraging, knowledgeable about case law and how the system works, and also was quick to point out when *I* was being unreasonable (which is also very helpful!). She spoke the truth to all parties, and pers...uaded, negotiated, and navigated through rough waters to an excellent conclusion. I hope you never need her, but if you do, she's the absolute best.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome Divorce Attorney

I hired Rosa in the midst of a contentious divorce where my husband was represented by a maniac. Rosa helped me navigate through a trial and we were able to settle our case while in trial. Unfortunately we ended up in post judgement litigation where my ex refused to pay for our son's private school h...igh school tuition and refused to comply with the terms of our agreement which included not paying for medical expenses. Rosa filed an enforcement motion on my behalf and pretty much every relief was granted by the Court in my favor. Rosa has always been responsive, ethical and thoughtful while representing me. She does her research, knows the law and gets the job done! Hire Rosa and you will be a part of a team throughout your legal process.

Posted by Mona | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My case

I hired Rosa Rickett while being represented by a different attorney who didn't know how to proceed with my exceptional and unbelievable circumstances. When I hired Rosa, I had not seen my children in almost 2 years, as they were being held hostage by my husband in Saudi Arabia. My husband lured me i...nto Saudi Arabia where he got a job on a temporary basis, proceeded to divorce me behind my back and get custody of our 3 children, through the Islamic Religious Court, as a result of which I was thrown out of the country and with my custodial rights being terminated. Once I got back to NJ, I hired a lawyer who led me through the courts into the wrong direction costing me unnecessary legal fees. Rosa, was recommended to me and she knew how to proceed right away. Rosa strategized on my behalf. She filed a Complaint of Divorce here in NJ, and an application with the court seeking to have my three children returned back to NJ. Rosa also sought to have the Saudi Arabian divorce and custody orders thrown out or not recognized by our NJ Courts. After months of Court Proceedings and a complicated trial, involving many experts and fact witnesses, Rosa had my children returned to my custody in NJ. She also had the Saudi Arabia divorce and custody orders thrown out of the court. I cannot express enough about the mountain that Rosa helped me move. She returned my children to me in Saudi. Hire Rosa, she's a strategic ethical family trial lawyer, who will always do what is in your best interests, who had my children returned to me from Saudi Arabia.

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Rosa Elfant Rickett's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Clancy

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I am a colleague of Rosa in the family law community, and endorse her as a zealous advocate."

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Scott Laterra

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Stephanie O'Neill

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney. She is a hard-working attorney, advocates zealously for her clients, and is knowledgeable about the law."

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Steven Segalas

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Rosa is hard-nosed but practical attorney, and a consummate professional. I look forward to working opposite her again."

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Padraic Dugan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Marc Poles

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Alissa Hascup

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Carrie Schultz

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Elfant Rickett Law Firm

2000 - 2001

Judicial Law Clerk, Stephen J. Bernstein Essex County

Associations

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

Education

2001

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Hofstra University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Russian

English

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