Scott Adam Laterra

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Scott Adam Laterra

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27 reviews
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Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

45 Essex Street, Suite 200, Hackensack, NJ

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About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Family 50%

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015 2013 2012

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Laterra & Hodge, LLC

45 Essex Street, Suite 200, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

laterrahodge.com/attorneys/scott-adam-laterra-esq-/

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Scott Adam Laterra's Reviews

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Posted by Jessica | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Scott Laterra and his Mighty Tie Won the Case!

A positive recommendation for Laterra & Hodge is the very least I can do in appreciation of what they have done for me. From the time that I came into the office for an "Free Consultation" Scott Laterra not only made ME - a single-mom/custodial parent in a uphill battle to get a fair chance in the N...J Family Court of Law - feel comfortable during an extremely stressful and taxing time. Unlike many other attorneys I could have selected who would've been content with money, Scott in turn selected me based on my character and desire to do the right thing. This shared value took us all the way to a successful outcome that worked out even better than I could have anticipated. I will be forever grateful for Scott's direction, compassion and dedication to see this process through. At the end of it all - it was all worth it! A special Thanks to you Scott...and Your special Tie :-)

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Scott Adam Laterra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rosa Rickett

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Scott on several family law cases and find him to be a knowledgeable, rational and accessible colleague in the area of family law."

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Steven Cohen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leonard Cohen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Davies

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In my experience, this attorney is a sold, experienced and honorable family law attorney."

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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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Anthony Dunleavy

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Laterra is a consummate professional. He makes himself available to his adversary and is very easy to speak with. He is a reasonable person - and in this field, unfortunately, there are many attorneys who are not. It has been a sincere pleasure to work with him."

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Brian Freeman

Family lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mitchell Ignatoff

Family lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Poles

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I absolutely endorse Scott as he is an excellent Divorce/Family Law Attorney. He has a reputation for being one of the most knowledgable and honorable lawyers in the field. He is known throughout Northern New Jersey for his excellence in legal writing, especially legal briefs, which as a prior law clerk, I have had the pleasure of having Scott argue some of his excellent briefs in front of my judge. As a fellow lawyer in the community, if I were to ever be conflicted out of a matter, I would turn that potential client to Scott Laterra, a caring, compassionate, hard working individual."

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Sarah Jacobs

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Scott is a caring, compassionate attorney with superb advocacy skills. He is diligent, honest, and forthright in his relationships with his clients and strives for nothing but professionalism. His reputation is impeccable and I would never hesitate to recommend him as an advocate or mediator."

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Melinda Singer

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Scott Laterra for many reasons. Scott and I were adversaries in a contentious, difficult post Judgment matrimonial matter. Scott knew the law, was courteous, communicative, honest, and a pleasure to deal with. We were able to resolve our case effectively, swiftly, and with creativity because of Scott's participation. Scott has also been extremely effective when I have been before him when he served as an Early Settlement Panelist. He knows the law, has a practical perspective, which I wish more attorneys had. It helps the litigants, the practice and the profession. If I have a question on case law, he will help analyze the issues and facts. Scott is a great lawyer."

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Matthew Tsocanos

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rosa Rickett

Family lawyer

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Jeffrey Hodge

Family lawyer

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Seth Parker

Family lawyer

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Matthew Tsocanos

Unknown lawyer

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Anthony Dunleavy

Family lawyer

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Marc Poles

Family lawyer

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Sarah Jacobs

Family lawyer

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Melinda Singer

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Certified Matrimonial Trial Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court

Work Experience

2009 - 2011

Partner, Laterra, Schultz, & Moskowitz, LLC

2000 - 2009

Associate Attorney, Lesnevich & Marzano-Lesnevich, LLC

1999 - 2000

Law Clerk, Honorable Patrick J. Roma, J.S.C.

Associations

2011 - Present

Christian Legal Society

2009 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (New Jersey chapter)

2009 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association

2000 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Khan v. Rajput

Trial court's order is affirmed.

Bove v. Bove

Trial court's award of counsel fees to our client was affirmed.

Wichard v. Wichard

Trial court's order is affirmed.

Leotsakos v. Leotsakos

Appellate Division reversed and remanded.

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Education

1999

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Rider University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

An Argument to Be Made: Identifying Novel Issues in Family Law

Originator and Moderator

Publications

2009

Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Children's Interests: Article: Child Support and College: What is the Correct Result?

2001

New Jersey Law Journal The Argument Against Virtual Visitation

Languages

English

Activity

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