A dedicated Family Law Firm representing clients for over 27 years throughout the Main Line.We fight to ensure our clients financial security is safeguarded both now and into the futureThere is nothing greater in this world than to represent a client in the pursuit of a child!We fight to ensure the proper allocation of support is entered as an Order of CourtLet our family help you and your familyOur system entitled "Brutally Honest" allows us to put the "Family" back into "Family Law"
Gregory P. (Greg) LaMonaca is the founding member of the firm, which he began in 1994, working from a spare bedroom in the first home he shared with his wife Monica. From that humble beginning, member-by-member, grew a firm comprised today of dedicated attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants utilizing a team-oriented approach to fulfill the firm’s mission. Twenty-seven years on, the firm is one of largest family law firms in the area, committed to that mission of serving the needs of its clients throughout the Main Line, the state of Pennsylvania and beyond.
Mr. LaMonaca is a Cardinal O’Hara High School graduate, after which he continued his studies at West Chester University, achieving dean’s list status and graduating with cum laude honors. From there, he went on to the Widener University School of Law, concentrating his studies in trial advocacy. Mr. LaMonaca is a several-times published author, former martial arts instructor, and recipient of numerous professional awards, including:
- Main Line Today magazine “Top Lawyer” designation fourteen times (often ranked #1), in the fields of divorce and custody, (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2006 and 2004);
- Suburban Life magazine “Awesome/Top Attorney” designation eleven times (ranked #1) for family law and divorce (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011 and 2010);
- LexisNexis/Martindale Hubble AV Preeminent® rating (4.5-5.0), achieved in 2017 and held since then – AV Preeminent is a significant rating accomplishment and a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence in both legal ability and ethical standards;
- 2021 10 best Attorneys for exceptional and outstanding client service in the American Institute of Family Law Attorney's;
- Daily Times “Best Lawyers” designation in the field of family law in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 & 2015;
- The American Society of Legal Advocates award as one of the “Top 100 Family Law Attorneys in Pennsylvania”;
- Philadelphia magazine designation as a “Super Lawyer” in multiple years, including most recently in 2021;
- Avvo.com ranking score as 10 out of 10 as well as gaining the distinction of Top Rated Lawyer in 2021;
- 2020 Top 10 Family Law Firm in Attorney and Paractice Magazine;
Mr. LaMonaca holds membership in the American Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s family law divisions, along with his membership in many other organizations.
Besides the firm’s experience, dedicated team members, diversity, and passion for helping others, Mr. LaMonaca attributes the growth and success of the firm to his “Brutally Honest” system. The three-phase process of this system, which Mr. LaMonaca co-created with a former custody client, helps individuals assess their past and analyze their present as a way to determine current goals, and as part of creating a plan for accomplishing those goals.
Mr. LaMonaca has worked to share his wisdom and vision with others. In 2009, he co-authored a book called the Brutally Honest Life Management Journal, to empower readers to reconnect with the things that matter most in life. In that first book, he detailed his own story of overcoming a rare, debilitating medical condition. He told of going from being a competitive martial artist and power lifter to becoming almost completely paralyzed in about a month’s time, as a tumor attacked his spine. In the book, he shared a year from his personal journal, candidly describing what it was like and what it took to overcome tremendous adversity against great odds. This book, and the “Brutally Honest” process help reader to design their own compelling future and to overcome what may stand in the way of achieving that compelling future. A follow-up book, the Brutally Honest Pennsylvania Divorce & Custody Survival Guide, was written to help readers who are mired in a divorce or custody dispute to visualize the path to a brighter future. An updated and expanded version of the book, re-titled now as the Brutally Honest Pennsylvania Divorce, Custody & Financial Survival Guide (2019), is available for free download through the firm’s website, at www.LaMonacaLaw.com. Mr. LaMonaca added to his publishing credits early in 2019, with the release of his third book, The Brutally Honest Guide to Sur-thriving Generation Now. The book contains vital lessons that may apply to anyone looking to make a significant life change. In it, Mr. LaMonaca has shared real-life examples that have helped him in various aspects of life, ranging from personal relationships, health and career, to personal growth, finances, emotional intelligence and fostering financial literacy in children. The book will help readers put together a plan for themselves and for their families, using principles that have proven to be successful. An agreement to publish another book was reached with the publisher and should be out in 2021.
Mr. LaMonaca enjoys spending time with his wife Monica, who has been his partner for more than 40 years now, and with their two children, Alyssa & Gregory. He enjoys reading, writing, playing bongos, congas, weight lifting and training in the martial arts with a variety of traditional Filipino weapons. His biggest goal is to create a lasting legacy that will long survive him.
Practice areas
Our Firm represents clients in all areas of Family Law both intrastate, interstate and internationally.
27 years
There is no finer area of LAw to practice than fighting for the rights of Children. I zealously and passionately represent Mothers and Fathers throughout the World for the rights of their Children. I also represent Grandparents and other relatives to secure their rights.
27 years
We put together a team of attorneys and other specialists if necesary to completely and thoroughly represent our clients to protect them and their assets during these most troubling times.
27 years
Financial security/literacy is tremendously important as individuals move on towards the rest of their new lives.
27 years
Until a child reaches majority, they are entitled to child support. We fight to insure that our clients are protected and financially secure as they raise their Children.
27 years
Languages spoken
English
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341 West State Street
Media, PA, 19063
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NJ | Active | 1995 | 03/22/2022 |
PA | Active | 1995 | 03/15/2022 |
Legal answers | 12 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyer | Delaware County Daily Times | 2020 |
Top Lawyer | Main Line Today Magazine | 2020 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Suburban Life Magazine | 2019 |
2019-2020 Best Law Firm for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
2019 Top Divorce Attorney | Main Line Today Magazine | 2019 |
Best Divorce/Family Law Attorney | Delaware County Daily Times | 2019 |
Top 10 Family Law Attorney | Attorney and practice Magazine's | 2019 |
Best Lawyer/Family Law | Delaware County Daily Times | 2018 |
2018 Top Divorce Attorney | Main Line Today Magazine | 2018 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Suburban Life Magazine | 2018 |
Best Lawyer/Family Law | Delaware County Daily Times | 2017 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Delaware County Daily Times | 2017 |
2017 Top Divorce Attorney (Ranked Number 1) | Main Line Today Magazine | 2017 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Suburban Life Magazine | 2017 |
2016 Top Family Law Attorney | Suburban Main Line Today Magazine | 2016 |
2016 Top Divorce Attorney (Number 1 ranking) | Main Line Today Magazine | 2016 |
Best Lawyer/Family Law | Delaware County Daily Times | 2016 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Delaware County Daily Times | 2016 |
AV® Preeminent™ | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Top Family Law Attorney (Number 1 ranked) | Main Line Today Magazine | 2015 |
Top Divorce Attorney (Number 1 ranked) | Main Line Today Magazine | 2015 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Delaware County Daily Times | 2015 |
Awesome Divorce Attorney | Suburban Main Line Magazine | 2015 |
Best Lawyer/Family Law | Delaware County Daily Times | 2015 |
Top Divorce attorney (Number 1 ranked) | Main Line Today Magazine | 2014 |
Top Family Law Attorney (Number 1 ranked) | Main Line Today Magazine | 2014 |
Top 100 Family Law Attorneys Pennsylvania | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2013 |
Awesome Divorce Attorney | Suburban Main Line Magazine | 2013 |
Top Family Law Attorney | Main Line Today Magazine | 2013 |
Top Divorce & Separation Attorney | Main Line Today Magazine | 2013 |
Awesome Divorce Attorney | Suburban Main Line Magazine | 2012 |
Top Divorce Attorney | Main Line Today Magazine | 2012 |
Top Divorce Lawyer | Main Line Today Magazine | 2011 |
Awesome Divorce Attorney | Suburban Main Line Magazine | 2011 |
Awesome Divorce Attorney | Suburban Main Line Magazine | 2010 |
Top Divorce Lawyer | Main Line Today Magazine | 2009 |
Top Divorce Lawyer | Main Line Today Magazine | 2009 |
Top Divorce Lawyer | Main Line Today Magazine | 2004 |
Top Divorce Lawyer | Main Line Today Magazine | 2002 |
Awesome attorney f | Suburban Life Magazine | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Office of Gregory P. LaMonaca, P.C. | 1995 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Society of Legal Advocates | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
American Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Delaware County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Suburban Life | An Honest Approach. The attorneys of the Law Office of Gregory P. LaMonaca P.C. apply empathy, expertise and personalized attention to each case | 2015 |
Self | The Brutally Honest Pennsylvania Divorce & Custody Survival Guide | 2013 |
Suburban Life | Walking the Walk. The Law Office of Gregory P. LaMonaca, P.C. excels at helping clients face the challenges of divorce and custody disputes | 2013 |
Suburban Life | Justice for All "Attorney Gregory P. LaMonaca and his team do whatever it takes-- and go wherever necessary-- to fight for clients' rights | 2012 |
I Universe Books | Brutally Honest Life Management Journal | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law | Juris Doctorate (Law) | 1994 |
West Chester University of Pennsylvania | BS - Bachelor of Science | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Conference | Family Law | N/A |
Case name | Outcome |
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Father and Children reunited! | Successful Reunification of abducted children with their Father |
Pennsylvania's New Custody Statute | We were succesful in obtaining an Order that the Children must be brought back and reunited with thier Father here in the United States. |
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Joseph Hickey, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Greg's ability to win and his extraordinary skills caused him to be voted "Top Lawyer" in Main Line Today magazine, by his legal peers. He won this award more times than any other divorce attorney in the history of the poll. His public speaking skills are a matter of endless praise and admiration-e.g. Greg LaMonaca was able to bring Anthony Robbins to tears on national television, with one of his talks. (It can be seen on Youtube) Ergo, he's the person you want speaking on your behalf!
David Cherry, Family Attorney on May 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Greg is well known as a lawyers' lawyer. In other words, the lawyer lawyers often hire for themselves. Well versed in the law and plenty of winning experience. Not afraid to go the distance. Clients will be well represented if he takes their case.
Andrew Bongiovanni, Unknown Attorney on Dec 6, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Wahl, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. When I worked with Mr. Urso in the 1990s Gregory LaMonaca was a tenacious yet always highly professional adversary.
Ernest Angelos, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael DiCindio, Family Attorney on Oct 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Hickey, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Greg's ability to win and his extraordinary skills caused him to be voted "Top Lawyer" in Main Line Today magazine, by his legal peers. He won this award more times than any other divorce attorney in the history of the poll. His public speaking skills are a matter of endless praise and admiration-e.g. Greg LaMonaca was able to bring Anthony Robbins to tears on national television, with one of his talks. (It can be seen on Youtube) Ergo, he's the person you want speaking on your behalf!
Lindsey Conan, Family Attorney on Dec 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse this lawyer. If a client needs an attorney for custody or divorce, Greg is my first recommendation.
Deborah Truscello, Family Attorney on Dec 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He will vigorously fight for his client's rights and hold a tough line with opposing counsel. His staff is exceptional as well. Plus he is a great person.
Joseph Lamonaca, Family Attorney on Dec 21, 2013
Relationship: Family member
Greg is truly the most professional, thorough, tenacious, and compassionate family lawyer in practice today. He listens to his clients to develop a plan for their representation, taking into account their legal as well as family needs, and then puts the plan in practice to achieve the best outcome for his clients.
Scott Waterman, Family Attorney on Sep 3, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
C. Norcini, Family Attorney on Jul 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robin Gray, Family Attorney on Jul 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Stanwood, Family Attorney on Jun 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Greg is a tireless advocate for his clients. He is dedicated to the client and the best result. I would fully trust him with my own personal needs as well.
David Cherry, Family Attorney on May 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Greg is well known as a lawyers' lawyer. In other words, the lawyer lawyers often hire for themselves. Well versed in the law and plenty of winning experience. Not afraid to go the distance. Clients will be well represented if he takes their case.
Richard Daubenberger, Family Attorney on Jan 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. LaMonaca. Greg has a passion to help his clients which he combines with unmatched skill.
Susan Sacchetta, Family Attorney on Jan 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Wesley Legg, Family Attorney on Jan 10, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
It is with the greatest privilege that I am endorsing Greg. I have been an associate of Greg for about a year now and during that time, Greg has shown me what it takes to become a highly respected and successful attorney. He always works harder and longer for his clients to get the best possible outcome. The hours of 9 to 5 do not exist at our firm. Greg has shown the up most commitment to his clients by being available almost around the clock. There is a simple reason for this -- Family Law does not have a 9 to 5 schedule. I highly recommend Greg (and our firm) for your family law needs.
Patrick Lomax, Family Attorney on Nov 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He meets the highest professional and ethical standards.
Michael Malloy, Family Attorney on Nov 23, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
In 30 years of practicing law i have learned that few lawyers are able to combine a passion and knowledge of the law with a compassion for their client,. Greg LaMonaca is one of those few. I refer my clients who have domestic law issues immediately to Greg and therefore I highly recommend Greg Lamonaca.
Lorraine Ramunno, Family Attorney on Nov 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert O'Connor, Family Attorney on Jul 18, 2012
Relationship: Friend
It is my sincere honor & privilege to write thsi recommendation on behalf of my good friend, Gregory P. LaMonaca, Esq. I have known Mr. LaMonaca for nearly two decades; he is the hardest working, best family law attorney that I have ever met. He is also an amazing person, who has authored a book, owned & operated a toy store, & engaged in various other ventures. During the time that I have known Mr. LaMonaca, I have sent countless friends & family members to him & he has always delivered professional, honest & vigerous representation of these clients. I can also truly say that Mr. LaMonaca is not only a tremendous attorney, but, more importanly, he is a wonderful husband & father & one of the best friends that anyone could ask for. Therefore, without reservation, I hereby offer my highest recommendation for Mr. LaMonaca! Robert E. O'Connor
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