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Joanne Patricia Monagan
also known as O'Brien & Associates Law Firm P.C.
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About Joanne
Biography
My experience includes all aspects of matrimonial law, including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution of assets, mothers’ rights, fathers’ rights, adoption, domestic violence, and all related family law issues. I have had extensive trial experience, and have resolved hundreds of cases amicably, without litigation.
I have also been a Law Guardian representing children in custody, juvenile delinquency, PINS, and in child abuse and neglect circumstances. I have recently served as staff attorney for the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, focusing on child abuse and maltreatment accusations.
In addition to private practice, I served 10 years as Principal Court Attorney for a Family Court judge who also served as acting justice of the NYS Supreme Court. This decade of Court Attorney experience has enabled me to better understand the judicial perspective which has often been advantageous in seeking solutions to the unique circumstances of clients involved in complex family law issues. Above all, I am committed to client advocacy, protecting the rights and promoting the interests of adults and children that I represent.
I am an experienced divorce and family law attorney with three decades of practice representing clients in all aspects of matrimonial law. Client advocacy, protecting the rights and promoting the interests of adults and children that I represent, is my highest priority. I will always stand by you.
My experience includes all aspects of matrimonial law, including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution of assets, mothers’ rights, fathers’ rights, adoption, domestic violence, and all related family law issues.
I have also been a Law Guardian representing children in custody, juvenile delinquency, PINS, and in child abuse and neglect circumstances. I have recently served as staff attorney for the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, focusing on child abuse and maltreatment accusations
I am very skilled in negotiating prenuptial and separation agreements to protect your interests and have resolved hundreds of complex cases amicably, without litigation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
35 years
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 36 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
O'Brien & Monagan Law Firm P.C.
Fax
18 Corporate Woods Blvd., Second Floor, Albany, NY, 12211
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Fax
64 2nd Street, Troy, NY, 12180
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Joanne Patricia Monagan's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Legal counseling for domestic issue
Joanne was ver professional, and handled my legal needs efficiently. She was available via phone or email when needed and answered in a timely manner. I highly recommend her services.
Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Don’t do it
Love how she’s got so many 5 star reviews everywhere but this was not my experience with her. She barely responded. Divorce went on for over 20 months. My divorce was not that complex. She let my ex husband put whatever he wanted in our settlement agreement & it turned around completely screwed me ov...
Joanne Patricia Monagan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Monagan has the experience and knowledge to provide excellent representation in any domestic relations case. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Monagan is a very capable attorney. She is very professional in her interactions with the court and opposing counsel."
"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
Honors
2023
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
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 SectionMember
1989 - Present
Capital District Women's Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Albany County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Rensselaer County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Can you adopt if you have a record
13 Apr 2020
How can I make sure I am protected in a divorce?
05 Dec 2018
Copy of Guardianship Papes?
02 Dec 2018