Jonathan Zachary Petro

Jonathan Zachary Petro

also known as Jonathan Z. Petro

4.2
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Alimony Lawyer at Toms River, NJ
Practice Areas: Alimony, Domestic Violence, Tax ... +16 more

9 Robbins Street, Toms River, NJ

About Jonathan

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, L.L.C.

9 Robbins Street, Toms River, NJ, 08753

Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, L.L.C.

9 Robbins St, Toms River, NJ, 08753

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Jonathan Zachary Petro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (2)

Posted by Jessica | September 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Life Changing

I just wanted to take the time to say thank you to Jonathan Petro and Lauren Conti for representing me and helping me through my first divorce. It's been a lifechanging experience (for the better). I really appreciated how professional they were, along with giving me their time, patience and any addi...tional assistance when needed. I am so relieved that you both navigated me through this process and it's finally over. I'm sure you deal with lots of cases every day, but for my case - you helped me get my life back. I am so grateful. Thank you for everything.

Posted by Mike | January 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrific experience

Jonathan's expertise and patience with my case were second to none. I was extremely impressed with his ability to break down complex divorce issues into layman's terms. He took care of my case with care and managed to calm most of my fears. I am grateful he was my attorney and I highly recommend him....

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thief. Took My Money. Literally Did Nothing

Retained him for services for an easy case where all parties were in agreement. Once I paid, I never heard from him. Useless office personnel kept giving me the run around. One free consult phone call and 2 answered emails and I received an invoice saying my retainer was almost gone. I called the... court and found out my paperwork was never filed. I ended up doing all of the work myself, making all of the phone calls and setting up my own court date. What a crap law firm, with crap lawyers. If he was too busy to take the case, he should have passed it on to someone else. Do not use Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle, & Sacks.

Posted by Ed | May 7, 2015

Attentive. Accomodating. Fair.

Jonathan was a wonderful attorney for me. He understood my goals to have a divorce that protected my teenage son financially, and was extremely accommodating at a time when I felt like my life had been turned completely upside down. He explained in detail how the law in New Jersey is applied, and g...ave me options that hadn't been presented to me by other attorneys I had met before him. Jonathan achieved the best possible outcome for me, and kept costs at a reasonable level. I HIGHLY recommend this attorney.

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2015

worst attorney

He represented me in a way to milk me of money. I tookvevery legal document to the highest most prestigious firms and they all came to the same conclusion. He never went to law school, he was paid of, or he was milking me dry. He even didnt tell me when he recieved letters from my exs attorney wh...ich led me to break court orders. He is no barracuda, if you want to pay a lot for bad representation and lose your case then by all means hire him and his firm. The whole firm is filled with greedy, dirty lawyers.

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Jonathan Zachary Petro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sonya Zeigler

Family lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rita Gribko

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. (We have worked together on more than a couple of occasions and more than one matter.) Jonathan Petro has the knowledge, skill and demeanor to effectively assist in the settlement of even the most contentious and legally challenging of cases. His knowledge of the law and ability to explain it with credibility to the client when giving his insight instills a trust and confidence in him that helps the client to move forward from an otherwise stagnated position. He has the right balance of compassion and firm resolve to get the matter concluded without further litigation. His firm resolve forces the negotiations forward while allowing the client the assurance that his or her voice has been heard. I would urge any attorney or self-represented couple seeking to settle a case to consider Jonathan. I have been practicing for 22 years and would go to him with any case with confidence in his capability and true commitment to facilitating a settlement."

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Louis Felicetta

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is exceptional in family law and related matters. I would highly recommend his expertise for any such matters."

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Heather Martin

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jonathan is a strong advocate for his clients, yet always maintains an incredible level of professionalism that few attorneys possess. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Rachel Cotrino

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan Petro is an attorney with years of experience in divorce, family law, and estate planning. He is professional, courteous, and is a recognized asset to the Family Law Bar in Ocean County. I highly recommend Jonathan."

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John Koufos

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is well known as an excellent family law attorney. He devotes a significant amount of attention to his clients and is at the forefront of the profession."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Red Triangle Award, Ocean County YMCA

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Citizenship Award, Ocean County Bar Association

2016

Distinguished Citizen of the Year, Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Young Lawyer Award, Ocean County Bar Association

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Managing Partner, Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, L.L.C.

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Ocean County Courts

Associations

2017 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Trustee

2017 - Present

Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce

Past Chairman - Board of Directors

2017 - Present

Ocean County Library Foundation

Chairman

2015 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Former Chair

2014 - Present

Ocean County Vocational and Technical School Foundation

Chairperson - Board of Directors

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2025

Ocean County YMCA

Former Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

A.W. v. T.D.

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Education

2004

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Newark (S.I. Newhouse Center for Law & Justice)

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Richmond

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

FAMILY LAW COMMITTEE SEMINAR: Cyber Harassment/Stalking & Domestic Violence Trials

Cyber Harassmant and Cyber Stalking

2017

Family Committee Seminar

Child Support Termination Statute

2017

American Inns of Court

Law Firm Management

2016

Ocean County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Domestic Violence

2015

Ocean-Monmouth Family Law American Inn of Court

Tevis Claims

2014

Family Law Seminar The New Alimony Law 2014

2013

SuperStorm Sandy: Impact on Family Law

Child Support

Publications

2017

Languages

English

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