Elaina Marie Monte

Elaina was recommended to me from a friend. She was a perfect fit. Family Court was something I had never experienced before, and she made it bearable. She is smart, witty and a genius in the court room. She is always well prepared and easy to communicate with. I would definitely recommend her to any...one is need of an attorney.

Elaina Monte sets the standards high when it comes to needing an attorney for divorce/custody. Free consultation. Pleasant, knowledgeable, explains the situation well and is very approachable and reachable. I love the location of her office. I don't have to go downtown. Easy and free parking. Elain...a keeps you abreast of your situation. She is a true advocate and truly cares about her clients. Elaina is an exceptional attorney and a wonderful person. I would strongly encourage anyone in need to reach out to her. It will put you in the right direction in your journey. Elaina will guide and counsel you to meet your needs.

Elaina is a phenomenal attorney, very knowledgeable of the law. She is a very strong advocate for her client while keeping them grounded in terms of what is realistic for them to achieve given the situation. She pays excellent attention to detail and is a very good listener, which is demonstrated i...n each meeting with her as well as her representation of me in the Expedited Matrimonial division. She also has the ability to work effectively with the opposing attorney to work out fair solutions to disagreements. Without hesitation, I would fully recommend her to a friend.

I have worked with Ms. Monte for approximately 5 years in regards to custody of my daughter. As a lawyer she is a phenomenal woman. Her desire to be there for her clients, at any time is something she should be commended for. Whenever I had a question regarding my options, Ms. Monte was always will...ing to spend the time explaining each option, but also was willing to give me her professional opinion on what would be the best option for me. To say that she is a "go getter" in the court room is an understatement. She has always fought for me as her client and she fought hard. I have since referred a few friends to her who I'm sure would say the same as I have.

Horrible lawyer. Took the full retainer. and refused to meet with me OR return a phone call even though I hired her in an emergency custody situation. Was not able to meet with me or talk with me for 2 months after I paid her even though my children were wrongfully taken from me and she reassured me... she'd handle it immediately. Had me sign blank documents but refused to submit a motion to get my children back. Told me I should quit my job and go on disability in order to avoid paying child support. She charged $1400 for a court date that never happened. Allowed unfair child support figures to get acessed on me without objecting using actual financials. She not only didnt help get custody back but she had my family supervised visits removed for 3rd party paid and never informed me. I didnt see my children for 4.5 months (including their birthdays, halloween, thanksgiving and Christmas)because of Ms. Monte and her failure to uphold her responsibilities to her client. I was never notified or served with any document while Ms. Monte represented me. Ms. Monte also disregards documented instances of child abuse and advised me to 'do whatever he says (the opossing party) even if it's against the order'. Ms. Monte is part of the lawyers club. Her and William Hites, and so many others, follow the same script and timeline word for word. Ms. Monte finds grieving parents as a target for profits and will allow children to endure unneccessary trauma in order to make her pockets fatter. Ms. Monte should NOT be allowed to practice law and is a direct danger to children. If you want to question any of these statements, I have the receipts.