$ 300-395 per hour
About Anna-Maria
Biography
I consider it an honor to work with families. My practice is devoted to assisting in the resolution of issues that affect a couple with or without children. From separation and divorce, to buying and selling a home, estate planning or experiencing a disability, the family structure can be strained. Sound planning in all these areas can avoid an emotional and/or financial disaster. My goal is to help you through the process that suits you and work towards the outcome you seek.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
45%
53 years | 1,000 cases
Alimony
10%
53 years | 1,000 cases
Child Custody
10%
53 years | 1,000 cases
Child Support
10%
53 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 52 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1973
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Location
Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.
55 No. Bridge Ave. Ste 1, Red Bank, NJ, 07701
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Posted by C. P. and H. P. | May 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Competent, experienced, and supportive
My husband and I worked with Anna-Maria Pittella for both selling/buying of our old/new home where both transactions were full of many challenges. Anna Maria was very knowledgeable and always responded quickly and provided guidance. Even when the situation became complicated, she got us through the e...
Posted by Patricia Carney | December 14, 2016 | Family
Endorsement
I have had the pleasure to serve with Ms. Pittella on the executive committee of the New Jersey Council of Collaborative Practice Groups for many years. She is a knowledgeable, skilled, diligent and compassionate family law attorney who approaches everything she does with zeal. She is the consummate...
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Anna-Maria Pittella
Anna-Maria helped me with my Will and Power of Attorney. She is very knowledgeable and gave me sound advice. This is the 3rd time I've hired her with legal matters. If I ever need legal advice or representation again I would not hesitate to hire her again
Anna-Maria Pittella's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pittella is a dedicated attorney that truly cares for her clients and their issues. She is an excellent mediator."
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"Anna-Maria is a compassionate family law attorney whose practice is devoted to helping clients navigate the divorce process with dignity and respect while not losing sight of what is important to them. You can depend on her for excellent guidance throughout the process."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Anna-Maria Pittella is an extremely knowledgeable and well-respected attorney who understands the need to ensure that civility is retained in the divorce process."
"Anna-Maria Pittella is a trusted Mediator and a tremendous collaborative law attorney. As past president to the Jersey Shore Collaborative Law Group, Anna-Maria helped to grow collaborative law in Monmouth and Ocean County. Anna-Maria continues to increase public awareness of collaborative law as a viable option for divorcing couples who wish to protect their children, assets, and emotional well being. She is a zealous advocate who understands her clients' goals. Anna-Maria works tirelessly in assisting clients in achieving their goals."
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Family lawyer
Matthew Abatemarco
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Business Woman of the Year, NJAWBO-Ocean Monmouth Chapter
2009
Attorney Professionalism, NJ Commission on Professionalism in NJ & Ocean County Bar Association
Work Experience
1980 - Present
owner, Law Office Collaboration & Mediation Practice of Anna Maria Piyttella
Associations
2004 - Present
Jersey Shore Collaborative Law GroupPast President
2011 - 2013
NJ Assoc. of Professional MediatorsVice President
2010 - 2011
New Jersey Association of Professional MediatorsSecretary
2010 - 2013
New Jersey State Bar Association, ADR Comm.Board of Directors
Education
1973
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
Marymount College- Now part of Fordham University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Training
Collaborative Practice
2010
NJSBA Annual Meeting
Better Ways to Negotiate Your Divorce
2010
NJAPM Annual Conference
Resolving Difficult Financial Issues in Divorce Mediation
2010
NJ Fair Divorce Solutions
Mediation
Publications
2013
The Monmouth Journal
Five Tips If You Are Considering a Divorce
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Hearing or conference? What's the difference? Related to child support modification.
22 Jun 2023
Q&A
Can my ex use it against me in a custody or child support application if I paid him to watch our child while I work?
18 Jun 2023
Q&A
How long does open durational spousal support last in a divorce in NJ?
22 Jun 2023