Patricia J Cistaro

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Patricia J Cistaro

also known as Tricia Cistaro

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Mendham, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence

5 Cold Hill Road South, Suite 15, P.O. Box 294, Mendham, NJ

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About Patricia

Biography

Helping you resolve your divorce and family law matters with compassion, dedication, and experience.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 20%

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 22 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cistaro Law LLC

5 Cold Hill Road South, Suite 15, P.O. Box 294, Mendham, NJ, 07945

cistarolaw.com

Online Presence

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Patricia J Cistaro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Robert | February 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Alimony Modification

I met Patricia Cistaro when she was a senior associate attorney working for a large family law practice in New Jersey. During my initial consultation with Patricia, she advised me of the requirements to support a viable alimony modification case. I was impressed with her expertise and candidness, so ...when I felt it was the right time to petition the courts for alimony modification, I sought out Patricia and found that she had started her own practice. I engaged Patricia to represent me in a motion to modify or terminate my alimony obligation due to a significant change in circumstances, my approaching retirement age, and my ex-wife’s suspected cohabitation. Patricia provided valuable guidance to me with regard to obtaining evidence and providing documentation that I needed to support my case. She communicated with my ex-wife and espoused the benefits of trying to reach an agreement of modification without the necessity of filing a costly motion. Patricia communicated to my ex-wife the date we intended to file a motion with the court if we were unable to negotiate a modification. Just before the expiration of the deadline, my ex-wife gave notice of her imminent marriage and shortly thereafter signed a Consent Order that officially terminated my alimony obligation. During Patricia’s engagement, I received “big” firm legal expertise and experience, but with a comfortable “small” firm closeness. Hopefully, I will never need to engage the services of a family law attorney again, but if I did, I would hire Patricia Cistaro without reservation.

Posted by Hank | June 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable and Dedicated

Tricia has been a fantastic attorney. I was trying to settle some last pieces of a divorce settlement performed by my prior attorney, whom I was not satisfied with. Tricia explained the legal aspects of the situation and provided expert guidance on how to most effectively resolve them. Besides th...e resolution of the specific issue I came to her for assistance, she reviewed my situation and suggest other things I might consider looking into. I would highly recommend Murphy & Cistaro for their legal expertise and professionalism. I wish I would have retained Tricia when I initially started the divorce process.

Posted by Pranali | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My experience

She was informative and worked with me through the whole process without making me stuck. I would recommend her to anyone going through a divorce, she is friendly and very knowledgeable.

Posted by Mariana Anca | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Professional

I met Patricia in January 2013 and since my first meeting I sensed confidence and trust. Why ? She is a very intelligent, witty, gifted and fast thinking lawyer. Moreover I was very impressed by her humanity and her desire to sincerely help me. My divorce was not an easy case due to complexity and th...e necessity to apply International Law. Patricia worked diligently and handled a very rough divorce case with aplomb. She had a brilliant strategy. International Law is not her specialty but I was very happy to see that she start reading and accumulated important information very relevant to my case. Despite being very busy she always called me and spent generous amounts of time with me on the phone to make sure that I understand what is our " next step." She is NOT an superficial lawyer but deeply committed. Patricia is a lawyer with vast experience, heart and passion, in love with her job. Divorce is not a happy time for anybody but I had the most positive experience under this circumstance. I am very happy to have hired Patricia. I highly appreciate and recommend her, Patricia will win your case.

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Patricia J Cistaro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sandra Lomenzo

Family lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Patrica is tremendous attorney. I first met Patricia as opposing counsel on a case and have since used her repeatedly as a mediator. She has an excellent understanding of the law and is a zealous advocate for her clients. Patricia looks at cases from a problem solving perspective and is known for her creative solutions to even the most contested matrimonial and family law cases. I strongly recommend Patricia as a family law attorney and mediator."

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Amy Kriegsman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer strongly. Trish is diligent, honest, makes every reasonable effort to resolve a case without giving up her client's position. Her intelligence and reasonableness made a difficult case resolve easier and quicker than it otherwise might have. She is truly a professional, knowledgeable about the law, practical and yet fights for her client's position. Ultimately both parties were happy because what could have been a big fight was not, which saved them both thousands on counsel fees. Amy Kriegsman"

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Toni Damiano

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Amy Kriegsman

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Pro Bono Award, Morris County Bar Association

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Finalist - Leading Women Entrepreneur, Leading Women Entrepreneurs & Business Owners. See nomination process at https://lweworld.com/nominate/

2012

Named to a list entitled "New Jersey Super Lawyer-Rising Star", Super Lawyers by Thompson Reuters. See www.superlawyers.com/about/selection_process.html

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Principal, Cistaro Law, LLC

2013 - 2020

Partner, Murphy & Cistaro, L.L.C.

2009 - 2013

Associate, Weinberger Law Group

2003 - 2009

Associate, Perconti & Cook

Associations

2009 - Present

Morris County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Morris County Matrimonial Early Settlement Panel

Volunteer Panelist

2008 - Present

Passaic County Early Settlement Panel

Volunteer Panelist

2003 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Passaic County Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2021

District X Fee Arbitration Committee

Former Chair and Former Vice-Chair

2017 - 2018

District X Fee Arbitration Committee

Member

2003 - 2018

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

Seton Hall University School of Law

J.D.

1997

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

2017 Solo & Small Conference

Law Practice Management

Publications

2012

Aspatore Book publication Strategies for Military Family Law: Leading Lawyers on Navigating Family Law in the Armed Forces (Inside the Minds)

Languages

English

Activity

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