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Lisa J. Pezzano
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Biography
Lisa J. Pezzano was born and raised on Long Island, New York. In 1988 she graduated from Villanova University and thereafter received her law degree, with honors, from George Washington Law School in 1991. She first began practicing law for a non-profit organization in Newark, New Jersey. She thereafter became the senior associate in prominent Central New Jersey law firm, where she represented several different insurance carriers in the defense of workers’ compensation claims. In 2001, she opened her own law firm in Central New Jersey. She resides in Hunterdon County, with her husband and two children.
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Cost
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Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
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Location
Pezzano Law Group, LLC
224 Roseberry Street, Suite 4, Phillipsburg, NJ, 08865
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70 Church Street, 1st Floor, (Appointment Only), Flemington, NJ, 08822
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1400 Hooper Ave, 2nd Floor, (Appointment Only), Toms River, NJ, 08753
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3600 Route 66, Suite 150, (Appointment Only), Neptune, NJ, 07753
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125 Half Mile Road, Suite 200, (Appointment Only), Red Bank, NJ, 07701
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4400 Route 9 South, Suite 1000, (Appointment Only), Freehold, NJ, 07728
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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Workers Compensation
Posted by Karen | June 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Attorney recommendation
Excellent attorney and staff for my workers compensation case. Always professional and responded to inquiries in a very timely manner. Successfully awarded substantial compensation. Highly recommend Ms Pezzano.
Lisa Pezzano
Replied last June 12, 2024Thank you, Karen! Appreciate it. Please keep in touch.
Posted by Dave | June 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Very helpful
After a work injury I had many questions and wanted answers from a lawyer. I met with Ms. Pezzano and was immediately impressed with her knowledge. She answered all of my questions and also gave me information I had never thought about. Through the entire process she and her staff were great.
Lisa Pezzano
Replied last June 10, 2024Thank you, Dave! I appreciate the kind words.
Posted by Joyce | April 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Impressive legal team
I had an injury at work that requires medical surgery and a friend of mine recommended your law firm to help navigate the maize of worker's comp process. I was impressed by your dedication to my case and the speed at which you were able to bring it to a resolution. Thank you so much.
Lisa Pezzano
Replied last May 16, 2024Thank you, Joyce - it was a pleasure working with you.
Posted by Michael | April 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
I Made The Right Decision
Lisa has been my attorney since I was injured on the job in 2008. She has always shown that she had my best interests at heart, and was there for me every step of the way. It has been a long journey and thankfully it is over due to Lisa and her team. I can't thank her enough, and I would high...
Lisa Pezzano
Replied last May 21, 2024Michael - it was our pleasure. Thank you for trusting us with your workers' compensation case.
Posted by Lucus | April 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Fantastic Help
I had decided to reach out to Lisa and her team at the urging of a friend who had also used her services. At the time I had reached out I was getting no where on my own. Workers comp wouldn't return my phone calls for over a month and because of this I couldn't continue my medical care. After hiring ...
Lisa J. Pezzano's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lisa for over 15 years. She is the attorney I first think to turn to whenever I have questions about my own worker's compensation cases. She has superior knowledge of the worker's compensation system. She's a strong advocate for her clients. She is also highly ethical and credible, which is why the judges I come across have a deep shared respect for her."
"One of the most tenacious lawyers. Honestly, I hate having a case after her in Court because the defense attorney usually is frustrated, and likely feels that they overpaid on a claim. Incredibly organized and thorough representing her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a hard working competent attorney. She will fight for your rights."
"Ms. Mickey is an excellent advocate for her clients and an enormous asset to the worker's compensation practice in New Jersey,"
"I highly endorse this lawyer, they are a well respected member of the legal community and always give their clients the best representation, If you are looking for someone willing to fight hard for your case, then look no further"
"Lisa is an excellent & highly experienced worker's compensation attorney. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of representation for a worker's compensation matter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is tenacious, hard-working, intelligent, and effective. She is held in high regard by Judges and adversaries alike."
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Experience
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner, Pezzano Law Group
2012 - 2020
Partner, Pezzano Mickey & Bornstein, LLP
2001 - 2012
Owner, Pezzano Mickey Law
1993 - 2001
Senior Associate, Golden Rothschild
1991 - 1993
Staff Counsel, Archdiocese Of Newark
Associations
2013 - Present
NJ Advisory Council on Safety and HealthSenior VP, Northwest NJ
2012 - Present
Hunterdon County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Warren County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
NJ Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2024
Holland Township CommitteeMember
Education
1991
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Villanova University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Workers' Compensation Claims in 7 Steps!
N.J. Workers' Compensation Law
2018
Advanced Worker’s Compensation seminar
Temporary disability issues
Publications
2018
Speakeasy Publications
Employee's Guide to New Jersey Workers' Compensation Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Could I sue my employer for negligence in my work related injury?
29 Oct 2025
Q&A
Can I use My PIP instead of worker's comp for a work related car accident?
16 Aug 2025
Q&A
Do i go back to work for workman’s comp?
30 Jul 2025