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

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1989

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Location

Ventura, Miesowitz, Keough & Warner, P.C

783 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ, 07901

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Maria Blancato's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Ana | December 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent, Professional, Dedicated

Maria was wonderful to work with from day 1. She paid great attention to the details of my case, and worked hard on my behalf to help me appeal a disability case. She was very professional, communicated frequently and made herself available to talk or answer my questions, and attended to my case with... intelligence and care. She was also very empathetic, and made me feel as though I had an attorney fighting to help me get the benefits I needed. I would definitely work with Maria again, and highly recommend her as an attorney!

Posted by Kelly | August 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Focused, Committed, Accessible & KNOWLEDGABLE

I can’t say enough about Ventura, Miesowitz, Keough & Warner law firm ESPECIALLY Maria Blancato. The whole process was excellently executed all I did was provide the medical records and she did the rest . Dealing with Social Security Disability in its own, is stressful and daunting to say the least... but I felt like Mrs. Blancato took me by the hand and with her knowledge and expertise I was put at ease. Mrs. Blancato communicated the whole process and procedure so nothing would be a surprise to me and in addition kept me updated with any changes. This law office are trustworthy, reliable, dependable and are committed to providing the best possible outcome. She was stupendous through and through, I felt like she cared for me on a personal level rather than making me feel as I was just another ‘case’ she was handling. All of my calls, all of my emails were promptly returned and all my questions were answered with great detail so again that would reassure me that I had my trust in the correct person. Without hesitation I would really recommend this attorney, if you want someone that was going to be committed solely to you and only to you. This is the attorney for you. I will forever be grateful!!!! Kelly Ann Mack

Maria Blancato

Replied last August 08, 2022

Thank you Kelly. I am so glad I was able to help you. You were an excellent client, always responding quickly which makes my job so much easier. I wish you the best and please know you can always reach out if there is anything I can do for you. Maria

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Ms. Blancato was Thorough, Detail Oriented, Compassionate

My daughter was involved in a lawsuit against her former employer for being assaulted on the job. We decided to pursue a settlement. Ms. Maria Blancato was thorough, detail oriented, and compassionate. She was always there when we had questions, and explained everything with profound knowledge and... understanding. Truly, she was remarkable, and we were very pleased with how everything turned out. She is smart, knowledgeable, professional, and kind. We have already recommended her to someone else, whose case she is taking with the same compassion and top-notch professionalism.

Maria Blancato

Replied last November 11, 2019

Thank you very much for your review! Do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions regarding this matter or any other matter for which I might be of assistance.

Posted by Eunice | January 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Caring, honest and professional

Maria Blancato has been my attorney in my W/C case. Maria, from our first conversation and throughout the process, has been more than helpful. She listens with compassion. Explains in detail every step. Every phone call or email has a prompt response. Maria made sure that I was seen and treated by ...appropriate doctors for my injuries. She made sure to call me on a regular basis to hear how I was. I was made aware and helped to understand every step we took. I could not have asked for a better attorney to represent me. I am extremely pleased with Maria Blancato representing me. I hope I never need an attorney for matters such as this again, but if I do, Maria is who I will call. I would recommend Maria if anyone is in need of a hard working, honest attorney.

Maria Blancato

Replied last January 21, 2019

Thank you so much Eunice! I will always be happy to help you in any way I can. Maria

Posted by Viktor | December 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | State, Local And Municipal Law

Maria is an Excellent Lawyer that helped me get through a difficult time.

Maria Blancato is a great lawyer that helped me deal with a difficult case. There were multiple redundant and confusing municipal court violations that were written out that she took care off and brought the case into one court. I thank her for her hard work and dedication as it was a difficult time ...for my family and she helped us get through it. I would recommend Maria to anyone looking for legal help or advice.

Maria Blancato

Replied last December 06, 2018

Thank you Viktor for your kind review. My best to you and your family.

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Maria Blancato's Lawyer Endorsements

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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!"

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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."

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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."

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Todd Palumbo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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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."

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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."

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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."

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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

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