Jo Ann Elizabeth Coughtry

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Jo Ann Elizabeth Coughtry

5.0
167 reviews
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Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Albany, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

125 Wolf Road, Suite 124, Albany, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jo Ann

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Child Support 15%

15%
Adoption 10%

10%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 5
Gold Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Jo Ann E. Coughtry

125 Wolf Road, Suite 124, Albany, NY, 12205

coughtrylawalbany.com/

Jo Ann Elizabeth Coughtry's Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Gifford | October 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Beyond competent lawyer

My ex-wife and I already are in new relationship. We have an amazing daughter, and we’re both equally capable of supporting our child. But, my ex-wife just didn’t want our daughter to have equal time with me. So, we both agreed to consult on what’s best to do. Jo Anne explained the laws and the optio...ns under child custody, visitation, and support. I was happy when I found out about joint physical custody. Jo Anne explained and discussed everything in detail and helped us in majority of the papers. After the court decided on joint physical custody, I got emotional and words couldn’t measure how grateful I was and still am for Jo Anne’s exceptionally professional and competent service. I highly recommend her!

Posted by Daisy | September 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The right choice

When the divorce started I was not in my right mind. I have no idea how I could have gotten through any of it without the support and information JoAnn was able to offer. She helped make sense of things at a time nothing made sense to me. If you have to go through a divorce this is the right person t...o reach out to.

Posted by Jane | January 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Always Proactive

With JoAnn Coughtry Law Office, communication was outstanding and better than I could ever expect! From the start of my child custody case through the finish, JoAnn and her team were always proactive and at the end i won the custody battle despite all the lies my ex put up against me

Posted by Robynn | April 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney!

Separation and divorce can be a very daunting experience. Jo Ann helped me to see light at the end of a very dark tunnel. She is the type of attorney I needed. She answered all of my many questions and made sure that I understood my part in getting through this divorce. She obtained the best outcome ...possible for me.

Posted by Suzanne | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great!

There was a close friend who went through a horrible divorce that resulted in some major effort to keep custody from a shady ex. She used this law firm and they made it possible for her to keep and protect her children. When I was approached about a separation, my first call was here. The advice I go...t was and has been invaluable. Thank you for speaking to me over the phone about the situation and giving me a fair and accurate perspective on what my options are. If things continue, I have already paid the retainer so I know my family is safe no matter what we do going forward.

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Mario Cometti

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several cases in which Jo Ann was the opposing counsel. She has a nice way of advocating aggressively on behalf of her clients; but in a ethical and constructive manner. Highly recommend recommend her."

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Mathew Tully

Child custody lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Professional, knowledgeable, and prepared. These are the essentials of a great lawyer and Joann has them in abundance. We have had several cases over the years and she is a worthy adversary."

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Daniel Ross

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Joann. I have known Joann for over fifteen years as we have both practiced Matrimonial and Family Law in the Albany Capital District. I have always found her to be extremely well prepared and is a very strong advocate for her clients. She has always impressed me as very committed to her client's needs and proactive in her client's best interests. She is an excellent attorney."

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Timothy Hart

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is very responsible and involved in the legal community. She gets praised often by her colleagues. It is a pleasure to know her as an attorney. I refer my clients to her."

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Nancy Stroud

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ms. Coughtry for over a decade. We have worked on several cases as adversaries and several additional cases in which I have been the attorney for the child. I have always found her to be knowledgable, professional, and on top of her game. I highly recommend her."

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Suzanne Latimer

Family lawyer

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Nancy Stroud

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Private Practitioner, Jo Ann E. Coughtry Esq.

1988 - 2008

Assistant Public Defender, Albany County Public Defender's Office

Associations

New York State Bar Association

Member

Albany County Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Russel Sage

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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