Maria Blancato

Maria Blancato

also known as Maria Kostyack

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 36 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Summit, NJ
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Social Security, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

783 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ

About Maria

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ventura, Miesowitz, Keough & Warner, P.C

783 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ, 07901

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Maria Blancato's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 22 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Mark | August 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Comprehensive and caring attorney

Maria Blancato diligently worked on a complex case of mine with much patience, hard work, and kindness. She put in many long hours which ended with successful results! I highly recommend her for your individual legal needs. Maria brings a wealth of experience to the table to win your legal trial. Sh...e is very intelligent and asks the right questions along with compiling information to your best benefit in supporting your case. 5+ stars to her and her staff!

Maria Blancato

Replied last August 31, 2023

Thanks Mark! I enjoy the challenge of a difficult case, but more importantly I was happy to help you. You were a great help in responding to my questions and thoughts as we progressed through the process. Best of luck to you and never hesitate to reach out with any questions. Maria

Posted by Cheryl | July 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Incredible Attention, Knowledge, and Care!

Maria listened to all I had to share regarding my needs and history. She researched some of the unusual circumstances of my case and as such we got through the process on the first attempt which is very rare, Maria also got me the best financial outcome. She made certain to keep the lines of communit...y open throughout the whole process. Five stars doesn't say enough!

Maria Blancato

Replied last July 10, 2023

Good morning Cheryl, Thank you very for your kind review. My clients are truly the best part of my practice. It was a such pleasure to meet you and learn your story. I enjoyed working for you and wish you the best going forward. Have a marvelous summer. Maria

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding From Day One

My experience with Maria Blancato as my attorney was outstanding from day one. She provided a very quick initial response regarding a consultation after which I immediately felt I was in good, secure hands followed by a significant period of hard work during which she supported me in every profession...al way (i.e. phone calls and emails answered promptly, helpful check-ins, knowledgeable and concise answers to any and all of my questions, radiated a professional sense of empathy and understanding that kept my morale up through the day of court). I have the utmost confidence that Maria Blancato did everything she could to bring my complicated, intricate case to a much better conclusion. I find it difficult to imagine a better way the process could have went, and I would wholeheartedly recommend the sunny, strong, smart and supportive professional that Maria Blancato is.

Maria Blancato

Replied last January 13, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed and kind review on my behalf. It was my pleasure to work for you. Clients like you make my job easier. As always do not hesitate to reach out should you have any questions or concerns. Maria

Posted by Dawn | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Very Thankful for Maria Blancato’s Representation

Maria Blancato consistently demonstrated her professionalism and complete support while representing me during my application for Disability. She made sure that I understood every step in the process, always gave me clear direction about what she needed from me and ALWAYS responded to my e mails and... messages promptly. Maria gave me the option to obtain medical, employment, etc., documents & records myself which lessened administrative costs, (to me.) Something else that I really appreciated was that Maria is very easy to talk to and I always felt very comfortable during our many, many conversations. This was as important to me as her legal work…which was outstanding. I believe that my case was a difficult one, but Maria was successful at my hearing and I am grateful to her. I count myself fortunate for her representation.

Maria Blancato

Replied last July 22, 2021

Thank you Dawn for your very kind review. I truly enjoyed working with you and was glad our mutual hard work paid off for you. Enjoy the summer and my best to your family.

Posted by Lajorne | July 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Worker’s Comp Case

Throughout the time of my case that lasted about 2 years, i was informed promptly and informatively informed by Maria each time there were new developments or new information in my case that i needed to be aware of. I am pleased with the outcome of my case and if need be, will request for Maria’s hel...p again.

See All Client Reviews

Maria Blancato's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Maria
Stacey Selem Antonucci headshot
Stacey Selem Antonucci

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on dozens of cases with Maria. She is incredibly thorough in her analysis of legal issues and passionately determined to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. It is a blessing to know her and a privilege to work with her!"

Stacey Lynn Ryan headshot
Stacey Ryan

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I am honored to work with Maria Blancato and do not hesitate to endorse her as an extremely qualified Workers' Compensation attorney. Her work has been pivotal in obtaining favorable awards for employees in Workers' Compensation claims. She is highly professional and dedicated to her clients."

Sean L Rankin headshot
Sean Rankin

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Maria has successfully resolved a number of cases that I have referred to her. I would gladly and readily refer all workers comp matters to her."

Todd D. Palumbo headshot
Todd Palumbo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Karen K Saminski headshot
Karen Saminski

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Maria Blancato, Esq. She is known and respected by both Judges and peers and an exceptional attorney for personal injury and workers compensation. She is relentless in protecting her client's rights while never wavering from being a true professional. Maria will always try to resolve a matter first, but will aggressively litigate a case when his client is not being fairly treated. She is thorough, attentive and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking representation."

Michelle D Welsh headshot
Michelle Welsh

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Maria for many years and had several opportunities to work with her. I have always found her to be knowledgeable and professional."

Michael Alvarez headshot
Michael Alvarez

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maria Blancato is an exceptional attorney in both personal injury and workers compensation. She is thorough, attentive and knowledgable in all aspects of cases she handles. I would recommend her very highly to anyone seeking representation."

View All Endorsements
Shari Allyn Cohen headshot
Shari Cohen

Workers compensation lawyer

Stacey Selem Antonucci headshot
Stacey Selem Antonucci

Workers compensation lawyer

Alex Robert Schmidt headshot
Alex Schmidt

Securities and investment fraud lawyer

David W Schmidt headshot
David Schmidt

Securities and investment fraud lawyer

Stacey Lynn Ryan headshot
Stacey Ryan

Personal injury lawyer

Michael Alvarez headshot
Michael Alvarez

Unknown lawyer

Michelle D Welsh headshot
Michelle Welsh

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

1993

Speaking Award, Business and Professional Women's Club

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Associate, Ventura, Miesowtiz, Keough & Warner

1992 - 1996

Assistant Prosecutor, Somerset County Prosecutor's Office

1990 - 1992

Associate, Law Office Of Donald Hamilton

1989 - 1990

Law Clerk, Union County

Associations

2016 - Present

Justice James H. Coleman, Jr. New Jersey Workers' Compensation American Inn of Court

Chairwoman

2016 - Present

American Arbitration Association

Chairwoman

Education

1989

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Muhlenberg College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Justice James H. Coleman, Jr. New Jersey Workers' Compensation American Inn of Court

Workers Compensation

2017

Justice James H. Coleman, Jr. New Jersey Workers' Compensation American Inn of Court

Workers compensation

2015

Justice James H. Coleman, Jr. New Jersey Workers' Compensation American Inn of Court

Workers compensation

1996

Somerset County Prosecutors Office

Juvenile Law

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution