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The Law Offices of Melanie R. Costantino is a general practice firm with a focus on elder law, including guardianships, Medicaid applications and appeals, and estate administration. Additionally, Ms. Costantino has experience with commercial and complex litigation, including matters concerning collections and judgment execution, healthcare law, foreclosures, real estate, fraudulent conveyances, bankruptcy, and secured/unsecured interests.
From 2007-2008, Ms. Costantino clerked for the Honorable Renee Jones Weeks, J.S.C. (ret.), Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex County, Probate and General Equity Parts. While there, she gained further knowledge and experience of guardianship and probate law, as well as actions concerning foreclosures, partitions, specific performance of contracts and other equitable remedies.
Ms. Costantino was an associate attorney for two general practice Bergen County law firms and at a prominent New York law firm, where her practice focused on collection matters for various health care institutions.
Ms. Costantino has received numerous judicial appointments to serve in guardianship and special guardianship matters in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, and Union counties. Through these appointments, she has increased her working knowledge of issues concerning elder law and disability law, health care directives/living wills, and Medicare and Medicaid regulations. She has also been appointed to serve as a temporary and permanent guardian for several individuals -- giving her the opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Ms. Costantino is licensed to practice in both New York and New Jersey, and is admitted to the District of New Jersey and the Eastern District of New York. She is affiliated with the New Jersey Bar Association, and a member of the Elder Law and Young Lawyers Sections, as well as the Bergen County Bar Association.
Ms. Costantino received her Juris Doctorate from Fordham University School of Law, New York, New York in 2007.
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Chat withState: New York
Acquired: 2008
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
411 Hackensack Avenue, Suite 200, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
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Posted by Michelle | November 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
EXCELLENT LAWYER. THRILLED WITH OUTCOME OF CASE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Excellent experience working with Melanie Constantino and I am more than thrilled with the outcome of my case. I came to Melanie Constantino regarding a contract and collections dispute with a New Jersey business. From the first contact, Melanie was extremely prompt with communication and exceptional...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional Client Service
I came to Melanie to seek legal advice on a situation I was dealing with and while it wasn't her specialization, she listened, pointed me in the right direction and stood by me through the process. When you hire an attorney, you expect they will do thier job and that alone would be great. While that ...
Posted by Mary | November 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The "go-to" Lawyer for help of any kind
I cannot put into words how helpful and responsive Mrs. Costantino was with dealing with my case. Not only did she stay on top of everything, but she was providing me information about my case that I was not even aware of! Instead of going through the hassle of court and more paperwork, we were able ...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Melanie R Costantino's feedback
Melanie was the attorney for my stepfather. She has done a very detailed investigation, in the professional way with a dosage of empathy for the family. She was impartial, professional, but we felt like we speak with the friend. The case has been served in a good time manner. I would recommend Melani...
"Melanie is a hardworking, compassionate advocate. She is intelligent and dedicated to her craft. She understands the law and the practical needs of her clients."
"I had occasion this quarter to work together with Melanie on a matter. She was smart, pleasant and responsive at all times in managing the case and keeping the client informed. I would recommend her without reservation."
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2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Bergen County Bar AssociationMember
2007
JD
2006
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