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5.0 /5.0
71 Client Reviews
$ 325-350 per hour
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Wayne F Jentis
also known as Wayne Jentis
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About Wayne
Biography
A multiple jurisdictional attorney regularly practicing in Florida, New Jersey and New York with a unique ability and willingness to handle overlapping multi-state legal needs. Emphasis is placed on helping clients navigate the legal world as simply as possible in order to achieve and protect all their rights while protecting client emotional and finanical well-being. Summarizing slogan: "Compassionate When It Matters, Agressive When It Counts." Personal interests include Road Cycling, Running, and Travel / Fine Dining.
Family law is at the heart of our practice. Compassionate when it matters, Aggressive when it counts.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Family
40%
25 years
Divorce and Separation
35%
25 years
Uncontested Divorce
15%
25 years
Estate Planning
10%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Wayne F. Jentis, East Coast Law, P.A., Princeton NJ Satellite Office
(609) 921-8668
Fax
475 Wall Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540
eastcoastlaw.us/Wayne F. Jentis, East Coast Law, PA New York, NY Satellite Office
(888) 471-5693
Fax
130 Malcolm X Blvd., Suite 1107, New York, NY, 11026
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Practice Areas
Divorce & Separation (33)
Lawsuits & Disputes (13)
Family (9)
Bankruptcy & Debt (3)
Criminal Defense (3)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3)
Adoption (2)
Child Custody (2)
Child Support (2)
Uncontested Divorce (2)
Wills & Living Wills (2)
DUI & DWI (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Estate Planning (1)
LGBT+ Law (1)
Marriage & Prenuptials (1)
Mediation (1)
Real Estate (1)
Trusts (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Wayne F. Jentis
Wayne F. Jentis was referred to me by a good friend to handle my family law case. Wayne is a consummate professional whose clearly evident legal and financial acumen provides him with an extraordinary ability to relate the legal process, in all of its intimidating and daunting aspects, into very sim...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2014
The lawyer who is more than a legal advisor...
I have worked with Mr. Jentis for over 18 months, with an issue I thought would be rather straightforward, but proved to be more intricate than I/we thought. At all times Mr. Jentis has been there, clarifying and supporting, always just a phone call/email away. His office staff is phenomenal in the...
Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Attorney in Melbourne, FL
Mr. Jentis was wonderful, he took the time to get to know all the details of my case, he knew all the right questions to ask, documents to obtain and he was so much more prepared than opposing counsel, thereby achieving an optimal result at court for me. He was always there for me and answered all my...
Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Thank you God for Mr. Jentis
I wish this rating system would have a higher amount of stars to pick from, but even if it had 1,000 stars, that still would not be a high enough rating for this fantastic lawyer. I knew nothing about how the criminal and family law system until last year. When my family found out we were going to ne...
Posted by Vicki | July 29, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Simply The Best
Mr. Jentis entered my divorce proceedings mid-way through the process, after I had a variety of negative experiences with other attorneys—both those I hired and those I simply interviewed. I was very thankful to have found someone with such a vast array of knowledge and experience, who was well-respe...
Wayne F Jentis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jentis is very thorough and very accommodating to his clients. He is very skilled. He's aggressive when it counts and kind when it matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Jentis for more than 10 years and can say without a doubt that I, unequivocally, recommend him and his firm. Mr. Jentis is an experienced attorney, an ethical practitioner and a zealous advocate for his clients. You can't do better."
"I endorse Wayne. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Jentis was a pleasure to work with. He returned calls immediately and was very knowledgeable with respect to family law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Wayne is an excellent advocate for his client, focused on resolving cases cost-effectively using his substantial experience and knowledge of the law, but without sacrificing his client's rights."
"Wayne brings a practical approach to family law and is a worthy opponent. I endorse this lawyer."
Victoria Kroger
Family lawyer
Lindsey Sharp
Divorce and separation lawyer
James Feuerstein
Family lawyer
Brad Micklin
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Leslie Castaldi
Family lawyer
David Perry Davis
Family lawyer
Lucinda Pruss
Family lawyer
Brian Paul
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2000
Most Valuable Contribution to the Family Law Clinic, Seton Hall Center For Social Justice
2000
Pro Bono Service Award, Seton Hall Center for Social Justice
1999
Pro Bono Service Award, Seton Hall Center for Social Justice
Work Experience
2010 - Present
President, Wayne Jentis, East Coast Law, P.A.
2002 - 2003
Family Law Attorney, Brad Micklin Esq. LLC
2002 - 2010
Principal, Wayne F. Jentis, Esq. Counsellors At Law, LLC
2001 - 2002
Family Law Attorney, Diamond and Diamond
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk to Juvenile Criminal Court Judge Noden, Superior Court of New Jersey
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk to Presiding Family Judge Forrester, Superior Court of New Jersey
2000 - 2002
Pupil, Graduate, Associate, Family Law American Inn of Court
1999 - 2000
Legal Assistant, Office of the District Counsel, Internal Revenue Service
1999 - 2000
Assistant Attorney, Seton Hall Center for Social Justice
1998 - 2000
Legal Research Assistant, Law Professor and Author Tracy A Kaye
Associations
2018 - Present
Brevard Collaborative AssociationMember Collaborative Law Attorney
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
2013 - Present
United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
2010 - Present
State of Florida BarLicensed Member
2010 - Present
Brevard County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
State of New York BarLicensed Member
2000 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationLicensed Member
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Mercer County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
State of New Jersey BarAdmitted to Practice
2000 - Present
Family Law American Inn of CourtMember
2000 - Present
United States District Court for the District of New JerseyAdmitted to Practice
Sample of Legal Cases
Relocation with Child from Florida to Rhode Island
Relocation Granted as In the Child's Best Interest
Strong Defense defeats Injunction
Injunction dismissed
Education
2000
Seton Hall University School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
1999
Oxford University, New School, Oxford England
Graduate
1998
Universita degli Studi in Parma, Milan, Florence and Nervi, Italy
Graduate
1984
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2005
TAX DISCRIMINATION: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF U.S. AND EU APPROACHES By TRACY A. KAYE*
Research Assistant to Author - 7 FLA. TAX REV. 47 (2005).
Languages
English
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
This month my alimony check that I received bounced..what can I do about this ? What are my legal rights in Florida?
10 Apr 2017
Q&A
As the respondent in divorce case that was closed and re-opened, can i move for default judgment against the petitioner?
07 Apr 2017
Q&A
If my court for my final hearing to be divorced tomorrow will I be handed a divorce paper then
10 Apr 2017