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4.9 /5.0
69 Client Reviews
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Jennifer L. Fazio
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About Jennifer
Biography
Jennifer Fazio is a partner at Dentino, Cammarata & Fazio, LLP and a respected leader in matrimonial and family law. For more than thirty years, she has guided individuals and families through divorce, separation, and other sensitive family law matters with clarity, compassion, and steady advocacy.
Jennifer helps clients navigate complex issues involving divorce, child and spousal support, and the division of marital assets and debts. She is known for combining a calm, supportive approach with effective legal strategy—helping clients feel informed, confident, and empowered at a time when decisions can feel overwhelming.
A trained Mediator and Collaborative Attorney, Jennifer strongly believes in resolving family law matters outside of court whenever possible. Through mediation and the collaborative law process, she helps clients retain greater control over both the process and the outcome, while minimizing conflict, cost, and emotional strain. When court intervention is necessary, Jennifer is also a skilled and zealous litigator who has successfully represented clients in highly contested matters to protect their rights and interests.
Jennifer is committed to providing practical, cost-effective guidance, advising clients not only on the law, but on the real-world implications of their choices. Her goal is to help clients move forward with confidence and a clear plan for the next chapter of their lives.
Jennifer is a former Chair of the Family Law Section of the Monroe County Bar Association and currently serves on the Board of the Collaborative Law Association of Rochester Attorneys. She has been consistently recognized by both peers and clients for her professionalism, judgment, and dedication to family law.
Providing compassionate yet effective and efficient divorce and family law services, including Mediation, Collaborative Law, litigation and traditional legal services.
Providing compassionate yet effective and efficient divorce and family law services, including Mediation, Collaborative Law, litigation and traditional legal services.
Providing compassionate yet effective and efficient divorce and family law services, including Mediation, Collaborative Law, litigation and traditional legal services.
Providing compassionate yet effective and efficient divorce and family law services, including Mediation, Collaborative Law, litigation and traditional legal services.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
34%
Family
33%
Mediation
33%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2022 2017
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2
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 31 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Noelia | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Skilled , Trustworthy Attorney and Exceptional Legal Representation
From the very beginning, Jennifer approached my case with an extraordinary level of passion and dedication. It was clear she truly cared about what I was going through. Her expertise was evident as she broke down complex legal issues into clear, understandable terms, which really helped me feel co...
Posted by Jo | February 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Very pleased.
I had Jennifer Fazio as my divorce attorney. She made the process as easy as she could. She was always extremely sensitive to this emotional time for me, but always was able to stay straight forward and kind with keeping me on track and moving forward in the process. Jennifer pushed where she had ...
Posted by Gregory | February 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Representation
Jennifer represented me during my divorce by providing excellent consultation for the best outcome that was fair and reasonable. She listened to my objections and recommended fair compromise as well as introduced a judge during the mediation to reduce the time wasted when uncompromising disagreement...
Posted by Phyllis | February 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent!
Jennifer was caring and sympathetic during my separation and divorce process. Her knowledge and summary of my options helped expedite my divorce. She was always available when I needed her. Her paralegal Ann is excellent as well. They were both right there along the way supporting me and my case. I a...
Posted by Thomas | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Attention to detail
My wife's attorney wrote our separation agreement and after Jennifer read it, she found it poorly done and redid it to correct legal standards. She was very good about communicating with me during the divorce process. I saw and approved all documents (and their revisions) before she went forward. ...
Jennifer L. Fazio's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer is an outstanding lawyer. She has a superb knowledge of the law and has creative ways of applying it to get the best outcome she can for her clients. When I need to make a referral to another attorney, Jennifer is my first choice. I give her a resounding 10 out of 10."
"Jennifer is a diligent attorney who cares about her clients and works hard to advocate for them. She does so with respect and dignity and is always on top of her cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. I enjoy working with Jennifer, who is a thorough, practical and knowledgeable matrimonial attorney!"
Mark Chauvin Bezinque
Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 30
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I have worked with Jennifer on a significant number of matters. She is an effective advocate for her client with a strong grasp of the law. She does not waste time on frivolous matters and focuses on what is needed to bring the matter to a resolution. She is well respected in the community, including with judges and other attorneys. Even though I have been her opposing counsel on a number of cases and we certainly do not always agree, her professionalism helps move the matter to resolution."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked with Jennifer on a matrimonial matter. She not only is extremely knowledgable, but also very professional and patient."
"I have worked with Jennifer on several occasions in divorce matters. She is very knowledge of the law and professional. I would recommend Jennifer to a family member."
"I endorse this lawyer. Although I've mostly interacted with Ms. Fazio as opposing counsel on divorce or Family Court matters, I feel that she is an excellent advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is easy to work with and represents her clients professionally and competently. I would recommend her for any family law matter and am always happy to see that she has been retained in my cases to represent the other spouse or parent."
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Family lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2023
William E. McKnight Award for volunteer services, Just Cause
2019
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2016
Top Rated Family Law Attorney, AVVO
2015
Clients' Choice Award - Family Law, AVVO
1993
Syracuse University College of Law, Moot Court Board
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner/Owner, Dentino, Cammarata & Fazio, LLP
2004 - 2014
Partner, Kaman, Berlove, Marafioti, Jacobstein & Goldman, LLP
1996 - 2004
Owner, Law Office of Jennifer L. Fazio
1994 - 1996
Associate, Law Office of Donna Marianetti
Associations
2023 - Present
Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area, Inc.Board Member
2019 - Present
Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area, Inc.Member
2019 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2000 - Present
Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County, Inc./Just CauseVolunteer Attorney
1996 - Present
Monroe County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1995 - Present
United States Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New YorkBar member
2015 - 2017
Monroe County Bar Association Bankruptcy CommitteeMember
2005 - 2016
Girl Scouts of AmericaLeader
1995 - 1996
Monroe County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChairperson
Sample of Legal Cases
Scala v. Scala, 59 A.D.3d 1042 (Fourth Dept. 2009)
Successfully defended against appeal of this issue.
Education
1994
Syracuse University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Nazareth College
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
Stalder Mediation
Mediator
N/A
Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area
Collaborative Attorney
Speaking Engagements
2017
Matrimonial Trial Series
Pretrial Preparation
N/A
Spousal Support in NYS
Spousal Support in NYS
N/A
Introduction to Matrimonial Law
Introduction to Martrimonial Law
Publications
2009
Appellate Division, Fourth Department
Scala v. Scala, 59 A.D.3d 1042 (Fourth Dept. 2009)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My ex-wife chooses not to work to avoid child support? Can't anything be done about a deadbeat parent?
04 Jan 2016
Q&A
My ex will not sell the house as stipulated in our divorce decree how can I get enforcement of selling the house?
29 Oct 2014
Q&A
What is mean by direct plaintiff to submit the judgement roll in 30 days in divorce
25 May 2013