Joanne Patricia Monagan

Joanne Patricia Monagan

also known as O'Brien & Associates Law Firm P.C.

4.7
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 36 years

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

18 Corporate Woods Blvd., Second Floor, Albany, NY

About Joanne

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

I represent clients in Supreme Court for issues involving the valuation of marital assets, the division of marital property and debt, spousal support, custody and child support.

35 years

40%
Family 20%

I represent clients in Family Court for issues involving paternity, custody, child support and family offenses.

35 years

20%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

Prenuptial agreements

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

O'Brien & Monagan Law Firm P.C.

18 Corporate Woods Blvd., Second Floor, Albany, NY, 12211

O'Brien & Monagan Law Firm P.C.

64 2nd Street, Troy, NY, 12180

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Joanne Patricia Monagan's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by James | March 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Brilliant Lawyer

I turned to attorney Joanne Monagan after months of deliberations in frivolous litigation focused on process issues, not facts, that threatened to consume interminable time and enormous resources. I had been represented by corporate attorneys who were happy to indulge this process with no plan to ...end it. Joanne quickly seized upon the precise legal issues that led to a swift dismissal by the court. I am therefore delighted to add my name to the long list of clients who publicly praise and thank Joanne Monagan, Esq., for exceptional legal representation. James, Albany, NY

Posted by Tracy | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Separation of Domestic Partnership and Order of Protection

Joanne P.Monagan was professional yet sensitive to the delicate matters of my 10 year relationship with my domestic partner. Unfortunately the relationship became dangerous without actually becoming volatile however I was in fear of everything I loved. Many said this would not be enough grounds for a...n order of protection however Joanne's professionalism and knowledge of the law secured our Judge's position in granting the peace of instating the order. Joanne's forte is the ability to divide all assets and move on with life based on what was just and fair without the constant worry of emotional warfare.

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2013 | Family

Best lawyer I've ever dealt with

Joanne is AMAZING, to put it simply. She is very knowledgable of her profession, and unlike most family law practitioners, she doesn't take crap from anybody. Unfortunately, I have needed a family court lawyer numerous times, and she has been so good to me with each encounter. She always told me what... was going on with my case in terms I could understand, and helped me to get back on my feet once my trial was over.

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Joanne Patricia Monagan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leif Hamman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Monagan has the experience and knowledge to provide excellent representation in any domestic relations case. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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Jack Lebowitz

Child custody lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was on "the other side" of a contested custody case for over a year with Joanne and would recommend her to child custody clients in the Capitol District. Joanne has the legal skills to effectively convey her client's arguments while also having the diplomatic and mediation talent to bring the parents and opposing counsel together constructively at the end of a long and bitter dispute."

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Paul Pelagalli

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Monagan is a very capable attorney. She is very professional in her interactions with the court and opposing counsel."

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Kevin O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. JoAnne has the hallmarks of an excellent attorney. Namely, knowledge, professionalism, and she is a very tough adversary. She is very aggressive for her client's position, but at the same time, she does not make the case personal and she is always open for negotiation. I highly endorse Ms. Monagan."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

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2021

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2020

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Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Partner, O'Brien & Associates Law Firm PC

2013 - Present

Principal Attorney, The Monagan Law Firm PC

2011 - 2013

Attorney, Bartle McGrane Duffy & Jones

2002 - 2011

Principal Court Attorney, Rensselaer County Family Court

Associations

1989 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1989 - Present

Capital District Women's Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Albany County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Rensselaer County Bar Association

Member

Education

1989

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Ithaca College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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