$ 350-500 per hour
PRO
Marissa T. Jones
Virtual Consultation Available
About Marissa
Biography
Marissa T. Jones is an experienced attorney who has been practicing law since 2005. Marissa Jones prides herself on providing careful, personalized attention to all of her clients. She has a strong sense of professionalism and ethics and has the ability to take initiative and offer insight when required. Ms. Jones private practice focuess primarily in real estate matters including residential and commercial transactions, representing both buyers, sellers and Title companies. Additionally, Ms.Jones has experience in the probate and administration of estates including estate planning, and elder law in addition to Article 81 guardianship law.
Ms. Jones' legal career began with a focus primarily in regulatory affairs, compliance and quality management. She was a trusted advisor to senior management in all matters related to ethical business practice, risk management, and regulatory compliance and has extensive experience developing compliance practices in response to state and federal regulations.
Ms. Jones earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Finance from CUNY Brooklyn College in 2001. She earned her Juris Doctorate from New York Law School and is admitted to practice in both New York and New Jersey.
Ms. Jones currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Busy Beach Day Care located in Staten Island, NY. Ms. Jones is also a member of the Richmond County, State Island Women's Bar Association, New York Woman's Bar Association, New York State and American Bar Associations.
Experienced, Caring, Confident, Competent and Compassionate Attorney
Helping to Create and Preserve Your Family's Wealth and Wellbeing
Helping to Preserve Everything you Own and Protect Everyone you Love
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Elder Law
20%
10 years
Medicaid and Medicare
20%
Estate Planning
15%
10 years
Guardianship
15%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Marissa T. Jones
(646) 558-7750
Fax
2141 Richmond Road, Staten Island, NY, 10306
mjoneslaw.com/Online Presence
Other places you can find Marissa online.
Marissa T. Jones's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Theresa | April 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Everything went smoothly !!
Marissa Jones was my closing attorney for my house. My closing went very smoothly. Marissa was always there for me, she address my questions and concerns always returned my phone calls and emails. Marissa also helped me with other legal advice.Marissa is amazing she goes above and beyond she is very ...
Posted by Rosalie | March 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent experience!
Marissa exceeded my expectations in every way, and made the otherwise unpleasant experience of my divorce go smoothly and professionally. Her care, personal attention, and expertise made me feel confident and comfortable throughout the entire process. She genuinely cares about her clients, and it ...
Posted by Laurie | March 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Your guardian angel
Ms. Marissa Jones was everything and more. She was there for any questions, reliable, and trustworthy. I can not say enough about how amazing my experience was with her. I recommend her 100% for her knowledge and professionalism. I am so lucky she was a part of my legal situation. It was seamless. ...
Posted by John | March 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Lawyer Review
Very pleasant to talk too and very knowledgeable about elder law and estate planning. Returned my phone calls promptly when I had a question for her. Would highly recommend this lawyer.
Posted by Dawn | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing experience, very personable and highly knowledgable !
My very first phone call to Marissa I knew she was the compassionate, helpful and competent attorney we were looking for. She was always there to address our questions and concerns. Everything was handled in a highly professional manner. Our closing couldn't have gone any more smoothly. Marissa will...
Marissa T. Jones's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Marissa since 2001 and she is a true advocate for her clients. Highly recommend and would certainly send her client referrals for any practice area she handles in New York."
"I have known Marissa since 2001. We attended New York Law school together and became great friends. Marissa was always going to be a great lawyer because is brilliant, ethical, motivated, and very hard working. I am very happy to endorse her today, and recommend her to fiends and family on a regular basis."
"I worked with Marissa in the past and found her to be professional and very courteous. She pays careful attention to detail and is a good attorney. I highly recommend her."
"Marissa Jones is thoughtful, meticulous and takes advantage of the resources available to her to make sure she is providing the best counsel. She has great family values and those show in her work as an attorney."
"Marissa is that rare commodity in the legal profession. She is intelligent, grounded and and ethical. Marissa knows how to actively listen and partner with her clients. Given my extremely positive experience, I wholly endorse this lawyer."
"Marissa is a smart, hard-working attorney. Her common sense approach in dealing with all matters is an invaluable asset to her clients and practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marissa is personable and very kind. She is an excellent attorney, detailed orientated and professional."
"I have known Marissa since 2001 when we attended Law school together. In all that time I have always known her to be a highly competent lawyer and very attentive to both her clients and colleagues the same. I would not hesitate to send clients over to Marissa in any of the areas of practice she handles, especially estate planning and elder law."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Solo Practioner, The Law Offices of Marissa T. Jones, Essq.
2013 - 2015
Associate, Goldberg Segalla, LLP
2011 - 2013
Compliance Manager, Parsons Brinkerhoff
2007 - 2010
Associate Counsel, Starr International USA
2003 - 2003
Judicial Extern, Honorable Justice Gloria Dabiri
Associations
2015 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
2015 - Present
Richmond County Bar Association
2015 - Present
New York State Women's Bar Association
2014 - Present
New York Women's Bar Association
2014 - Present
New York City Bar Association
2014 - Present
Staten Island Women's Bar Association
2014 - Present
Staten Island Women's Bar AssociationSecretary
2004 - Present
New York State Bar Association
Education
2004
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
City University of New York, Brooklyn College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does $5,000 sound like a lot to do a trust and will? Am I being overcharged?
07 Jan 2016
Q&A
What should my mom do with her house now at 80, in case she needs to go to a nursing home within 5 years
02 Sep 2015
Q&A
Is the administrator of an estate personally liable for any outstanding debts
02 Sep 2015